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Boarding Celebrity Solstice: Incredible $50,000,000 Makeover

Cruise With Ben and David
Cruise With Ben and David
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πŸ‘οΈ 124K viewsπŸ“… 2 months ago⏱️ 55:32

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Editorial Summary

The creators document their embarkation and initial days aboard the recently revitalized Celebrity Solstice during a seven night Alaskan cruise departing from Vancouver. After checking in and completing safety drills, they explore the ship's updated features, including the Sunset Park area and the new Sunset Cafe. The video provides a detailed look at their concierge class balcony cabin, noting the modernized furnishings and spacious layout. The creators also highlight the ship's extensive windows, which they find ideal for scenic cruising through areas like Hubbard Glacier. They review various dining options, ranging from the casual buffet and Cafe Albachio to specialty dining at Trattoria Rossa. The tour covers several new venues introduced during the recent refit, such as the Boulevard Lounge, the Parlor, and the indoor Solarium. Throughout the journey, the creators emphasize the ship's ability to feel modern and fresh despite its age, concluding that the extensive investment in the vessel's makeover has successfully enhanced the passenger experience.

Written by TripBacon from this video's transcript.

How This Review Compares

This review's score for Celebrity Solstice
Bacon Bliss
All-time creator consensus for Celebrity Solstice
A Nibble

This review is more positive than the all-time creator consensus.

What This Creator Said
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❀️ Best for CoupleAlaska · Spring · 7 nightsFrom VancouverVeteran Cruiser

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

Creator's Key Takeaways

Now, just to say, Celebrity did invite us on board. So, this officially is an ad.

We have never ever been on this class of celebrity ship before.

It's just amazing. Not going to show you any of the ship just quite yet.

Creator's Tips & Advice

βœ“Bring layers for Alaska weather
βœ“Use the indoor solarium on sea days
βœ“Try the specialty dining for a good value

πŸ†•New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Not knowing the ship layout β€” The ship has many nooks and crannies to explore, and it's very open and spacious.

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat are the changes from the Celebrity Solstice makeover?
QIs the ship good for an Alaska cruise?
QWhat is the food like on Celebrity Solstice?

Topics Covered

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Port Highlights

Vancouver4Β½ Happy Bacon
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