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Inside The Retreat on Celebrity Beyond 🌊 | Eden Restaurant & St. Maarten Culinary Bus Tour

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👁️ 802 views📅 6 months ago⏱️ 21:19
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Creator's Key Takeaways

The boarding process was extremely easy. If you know Celebrity, you know their uh processing is um what they do in the beginning is you enter all your stuff in the app and then when you come here, all they do is stand your boarding pass and all your information is already in there.

I enjoyed it for my short little stint as we all recall, but I loved it.

This is a seven course meal that they're about to do. You don't have to do it this way. Um but this is part of the experience at Eden.

Creator's Tips & Advice

Check out Celebrity's website to understand the perks of staying in The Retreat.
Make sure to allocate about 2 hours for the Eden dining experience and come prepared to eat.
Bring a portable charger if you need to charge your phone at night, as there may not be an outlet on both sides of the bed.

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What perks come with staying in The Retreat?Check Celebrity's website for a full list, but highlights include butler service, premium Wi-Fi, complimentary mini bar, premium drink package, and dining at Luminae.
How long does the Eden dining experience take?Allocate about 2 hours and come prepared to eat, as it's a lot of food.

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat is it like to stay in The Retreat on Celebrity Beyond?
QWhat does the Eden restaurant dining experience involve?
QWhat can you expect on a food and rum tour in St. Maarten?

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YouTube Video Description

Welcome back to the channel! 🚢✨ While I couldn’t join this sailing, my parents were living it up in The Retreat aboard Celebrity Beyond! This vlog covers everything from the Sunset Sky Suite tour and Eden’s 7-course dining experience to an authentic St. Maarten food and rum tour. You’ll see how The Retreat guests enjoy butler service, Luminae dining, premium Wi-Fi, a private sundeck, and so much more. Whether you’re planning your first Celebrity cruise or comparing suites, this vlog has the full experience. This is the first part of their summer vacation! ⏱️ Timestamps 00:00 – Welcome Back! Cruise Vlog Intro 00:44 – Boarding Celebrity Beyond + Retreat Suite Access 02:11 – Sunset Sky Suite Overview & Retreat Perks 03:30 – Bathroom Tour: Soaking Tub, Double Sink & Shower 07:53 – Eden Restaurant Dinner Experience Begins (Day 2) 08:37 – What to Expect: 7-Course Meal at Eden 🍽️ 10:02 – Corvina Ceviche with Mango & Sorbet (Peruvian Dish) 10:12 – Ricotta Gnocchi with Sage Butter & Bacon 10:31 – Mushroom Risotto with Provolone & Parmesan 10:45 – Jumbo Lump Crab Cake with Chipotle Mayo 11:00 – Carabineros Shrimp with Chorizo & American Sauce 11:10 – Beef Wellington & Nova Scotia Lobster Casserole 12:16 – Dessert Trio: Lemon Tart, Chocolate Pie & Crème Brûlée 13:48 – St. Maarten Culinary Bus Tour Begins 🇸🇽 14:10 – Amsterdam Cheese & Liquor Store Stop 🧀 15:28 – Captain’s Rib Shack Lunch 🍗 16:48 – Rum Factory Visit & Tasting 🍹 19:55 – Food Tour Review + Local Tips 20:40 – 200 Subscribers 🎉 Thank You! 21:08 – Final Sign-Off: Until the Next Adventure, Keep Exploring 💌 Need help planning your next cruise? I’m a Certified Travel Advisor — email Cooltapestheexplorer@gmail.com or DM me on Instagram @cooltapestheexplorer #CelebrityBeyond #TheRetreat #CelebrityCruises #EdenRestaurant #CulinaryBusTour #StMaarten #LuxuryCruise #CruiseVlog #CruiseLife #CooltapesTheExplorer #CruiseShipTour #travelvlog