I Wanted to Love Celebrity Xcel… Why I Don't!
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I've just returned from that cruise, and I have quite a few things to tell you because honestly, it didn't live up to my expectations.
I really love the celebrity flagship area of Celebrity XL.
The food just wasn't as good on Excel as I have come to expect from Celebrity.
Service is one of the areas where Celebrity Cruises really shines. And there is no exception on the Excel
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Get 4 months extra on a 2 year plan here: https://nordvpn.com/zachtravel. It’s risk free with Nord’s 30 day money-back guarantee! In this Celebrity Xcel cruise ship review, I talk about the newest Celebrity Cruises Edge-series cruise ship and break down EVERYTHING about Celebrity Xcel. After four days onboard Celebrity Xcel, Celebrity Cruises’ newest ship, I have LOTS of thoughts on Celebrity Xcel, including why I still personally prefer Celebrity Ascent and Celebrity Beyond, and what I believe Celebrity got right… and what they absolutely missed with Celebrity Xcel. This Celebrity Xcel review tells you all you need to know about this new cruise ship. This Celebrity Xcel review covers all seven new spaces onboard: Bora (the reimagined replacement for Rooftop Garden) The Bazaar (Celebrity’s new marketplace-style venue — and one of the biggest misses on the ship) Celebrity Pool Club (with the new pool valet & “Poolest Day Ever”) The Spa (including the new Hydra Room & Vitamin D Deck) Celebrity Flagship The Attic at The Club Plus the hidden IYKYK In this video, I dive deep into Celebrity Xcel’s dining, including the specialty restaurants, Mosaic and Bora, the new menus, and how the food on Celebrity Xcel compares to other Celebrity Cruises ships. I talk about the upcharges, the service differences, and why some of the changes, especially within The Bazaar, didn’t deliver the premium experience Celebrity Cruises is known for. You’ll also see the newest entertainment on Celebrity Xcel, including the brand-new productions in The Theatre and The Club, the nightlife vibe around the ship, and what makes this newest Celebrity Cruises cruise ship unique from the rest of the Edge Series fleet. Whether you're already booked on Celebrity Xcel, thinking about sailing Celebrity Cruises in 2026, or just love cruise ship reviews, this full Celebrity Xcel review will give you everything you need to know before you board. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zachthetravelingman/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/zachthetravelingman Official Website: https://zachthetravelingman.com/ Official Merchandise: https://zachthetravelingman.myspreadshop.com/ Don't forget to SUBSCRIBE for more cruise ship and solo cruise videos. I cover lots of cruise ship travel - including Celebrity Cruises, Royal Caribbean, Carnival Cruise Line, Virgin Voyages, Norwegian Cruise Line, MSC Cruises, and more. From the latest cruise news to cruise ship reviews, ship dining guides and food reviews, best excursions, and more! #celebrityxcel #celebritycruises #cruisenews ------ 0:00 - Introduction 1:12 - Celebrity Xcel Ship Review 4:55 - NordVPN 5:58 - Celebrity Xcel Ship Review 19:18 - Celebrity Xcel Food Review 25:38 - Celebrity Xcel Entertainment Review 31:26 - Celebrity Xcel Service Review 32:18 - Celebrity Xcel Final Verdict