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👉 Private Journeys Update: What Happened to Celebrity Cruises’ Excursion Program?

K & R Travel Journeys
K & R Travel Journeys
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👁️ 7K views📅 5 months ago⏱️ 7:34
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South_pacific · 12 nightsVeteran Cruiser

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Creator's Key Takeaways

So, needless to say, our opinion right now of private journey is thumbs down.

We really we highly recommended it in our previous videos and this time around it's just it's just not u meeting the expectations that we had had already previously experienced.

We still love Celebrity Cruise Lines, obviously, but and we still really enjoy watching all the other YouTube videos of what we are planning to do.

Creator's Tips & Advice

Do your own DIY excursions if Private Journeys is not responsive or too expensive.
Research and plan alternative activities for your ports of call.
Reach out to cruise lines well in advance for excursion inquiries.

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat happened to Celebrity Cruises’ Private Journeys program?
QWhy was the quote for Private Journeys so high for the upcoming cruise?
QHow can travelers handle unresponsive excursion programs?

Topics Covered

Excursions4 Sad BaconService Crew2½ Sad BaconValue Pricing3½ Sad BaconItinerary Route1½ Happy Bacon

Port Highlights

Dunedin1½ Happy Bacon
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YouTube Video Description

Two years ago, we raved about Celebrity Cruises’ Private Journeys program… but this time, it’s a completely different story. 😬 In this honest travel update, we share what went wrong with our latest experience trying to book Private Journeys for our upcoming 12-night New Zealand cruise. We reached out to Celebrity Cruises’ Private Journeys team in March — and after months of silence, we finally heard back just two weeks before sailing… with outrageous prices for a half-day tour! We’ll walk you through what happened, how we handled it, and what we’re doing instead to plan safe, reliable, and flexible independent excursions. Whether you’re a loyal Celebrity cruiser or planning your first trip, this video gives you real-world insight into what’s changed with Private Journeys — and what you can do to protect your travel plans. ✳️ In This Video: Our original amazing experience with Private Journeys 🚢 The frustrating lack of communication in 2025 😡 Sky-high last-minute pricing 💰 How we’re booking our own private excursions safely 🧭 Tips for other cruisers planning their next Celebrity trip 🌍 💡 Cruise Tips & Advice: ✅ Always contact Private Journeys early (months in advance). ✅ Have a Plan B with trusted local tour providers. ✅ Make sure all bookings are flexible or refundable. 📅 Coming Up Next: ➡️ “What We Pack for Our 12-Night Cruise to New Zealand” ➡️ “48 Hours in Melbourne – Our Pre-Cruise Stay” ➡️ “Celebrity Edge: New Zealand Cruise Series” ” 🧭 About Us We’re Kim and Rob from K&R Travel Journeys, a travel-loving couple sharing cruise adventures, travel tips, and real talk for travelers over 40 who love to explore the world — one voyage at a time. Subscribe for honest reviews, destination vlogs, and cruise tips! #CelebrityCruises #PrivateJourneys #CruiseTips #CruiseLife #TravelOver40 #CruiseCouple #CruiseProblems #NewZealandCruise #CruisePlanning