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Reviewing Celebrity's NEWEST Ship - The Celebrity XCEL

Ryan and Kala
Ryan and Kala
🥈Expert
👁️ 10K views📅 4 months ago⏱️ 40:39
What This Creator Said
Creator RecommendsFull Ship Review🥈Expert Creator
❤️ Best for CoupleVeteran Cruiser

Source: Our analysis of the creator's lived experience, based on what they said in this video.

Creator's Key Takeaways

This was one of our favorite cruises of all time.

The buffet was probably the best buffet I've ever seen.

The best bar experience I've ever done on a cruise.

My favorite entertainment at sea. Thought everything was a 10 out of 10.

Creator's Tips & Advice

Go to the speak easy for a unique bar experience.
Book a poolside cabana if you want a guaranteed chair.
Arrive two hours early for the 254 West and I Hotel shows.
Check out the outdoor seating at Ocean View Cafe for wake views.

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Firm mattressRequest a mattress cover from your state room attendant if needed.
Limited kids' activitiesThis ship is geared more towards adults; kids may find it hit or miss.

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat makes Celebrity XCEL different from other ships?
QIs the food and beverage experience good?
QWhat is the entertainment like on board?
QAre there any operational issues or concerns?

Topics Covered

Service Crew4½ Happy BaconEmbarkation4 Happy BaconPool Deck3½ Happy BaconDining Main4½ Happy BaconDining Buffet4½ Happy BaconDining Bars Drinks4½ Happy BaconEntertainment Shows4½ Happy BaconEntertainment Nightlife4½ Happy Bacon
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Scale: 0–5 strips in half-step increments. 0 = “meh”, 5 = “bacon bliss”. Aggregated from creator-review sentiment, weighted by channel expertise.

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YouTube Video Description

🚢 Welcome aboard Celebrity XCEL! In this video, we take you on a full review of the Celebrity XCEL, Celebrity Cruises’ newest and most innovative cruise ship. From stunning public spaces to dining venues, pools, bars, cabins, and more — this is the ultimate Celebrity XCEL ship walkthrough you won’t want to miss. We’ll show you what makes Celebrity XCEL different, share our first impressions, and highlight what cruisers should know before sailing. 📌 What you’ll see in this tour: • Public areas & design • Dining & bars • Pool deck & outdoor spaces • Entertainment venues • Cabins & stateroom areas • What’s NEW on Celebrity XCEL If you enjoy cruise ship tours, cruise vlogs, and honest cruise content, make sure to like, subscribe, and turn on notifications so you don’t miss future adventures with us! --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Subscribe for continuous cruise content: https://www.youtube.com/@UCLnaBsyKfQ5sNQrfzhVnVnQ Membership: Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLnaBsyKfQ5sNQrfzhVnVnQ/join Check out Kala's Outfits here: https://shorturl.at/cOpmL ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- #CelebrityXCEL #CelebrityCruises #CruiseShipTour #CelebrityShipTour #CruiseVlog #NewCruiseShip #CruiseYouTube #RyanAndKala