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Celebrity Equinox Day 4: Antigua - Sandals Resort | Disappointing Specialty Restaurant

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👁️ 980 views📅 2 years ago⏱️ 16:41
What This Creator Said
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❤️ Best for CoupleCaribbean · 10 nightsFrom Fort LauderdaleVeteran Cruiser

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Creator's Key Takeaways

this really is a spectacular resort with some amazing views of the ocean buildings are really really well maintained and the grounds were really immaculate

I would put the service here the be service and the the bear tenders and the the weight staff on fire with what we've seen on oh my gosh

Melanie is extremely disappointed

I really really really wanted the cheese Cur this is fine but I do she really loved the cheese Cur from the reflection

Creator's Tips & Advice

Get a day pass for Sandals Grand Antigua to enjoy the resort's beach and pools
Arrive back to the ship early to avoid missing All Aboard time
Try the specialty dining at Morano, but be aware of potential service reductions

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Missing All Aboard timePrefer to start the day early and get back to the ship with plenty of time to spare

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat is there to do on a day in Antigua from a cruise?
QHow is the Sandals Grand Antigua resort experience?
QWhat is the specialty dining like at Morano on Celebrity Equinox?

Topics Covered

Service Crew4 Happy BaconShip Condition3½ Happy BaconValue Pricing1½ Happy BaconDining Specialty2½ Sad BaconEntertainment Activities2½ Happy BaconPort Destination4 Happy BaconItinerary Route3½ Happy BaconExcursions4 Happy Bacon

Port Highlights

St. John's, Antigua4 Happy Bacon
Top: Sandals Grande Antigua day pass
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YouTube Video Description

It’s day 4 onboard the Celebrity Equinox on a 10 day adventure, starting in Fort Lauderdale with visits to Antigua, Barbados, St. Lucia, Martinique, and St. Kitts. Join Melanie and Kris from Dockside Travel for the fourth episode in our series on the Celebrity Equinox. Come explore the Heritage Quay Cruise Port in St. John’s Antigua and the Sandals Grande Antigua as we spend a day at this beautiful resort. See the spectacular sunset sail-away and then join us for a specialty dining dinner at Murano where things were not up to Melanie’s expectations! In this series we will take you all throughout the Celebrity Equinox including to a Concierge Class Balcony Stateroom, the Lawn Club, Specialty Dining venues, and of course - all the activities. Link to Video on Antigua Cruise Port & Sandals Grande Antigua: https://youtu.be/CzeeylpwT3A 🔔 Don't forget to hit the subscribe button and turn on notifications to catch all the action as we release new videos. Join us and embark on a journey with Celebrity Cruises! 👉 Leave us a comment to let us know if you have ever been on Celebrity Equinox or visited any of these islands! 🚢 Stay Connected: FaceBook: facebook.com/docksidetravel Follow us on Instagram: @docksidetravel #CruiseVacation #CruiseLife #CruiseVlog #celebritycruise #celebrityequinox Chapters/Time Stamps: 00:00 Introduction 01:17 Cruise Port 02:25 Sandals Grande Antigua 10:01 Murano 14:13 Daily Recap *Please Note: While we share our opinions and personal experiences in this video, it is for your entertainment. You should contact your travel agent or the cruise line directly for detailed advice and information specific to your booking. ______ Please note that this video is not sponsored. The links in this description are affiliate links, meaning we will make a commission on purchases you make through our links, at no extra cost to you. As Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases. Video Equipment Used in this Video: Insta 360 Camera https://amzn.to/4cLAzLc GoPro Hero 11 https://amzn.to/4bphLjT