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Celebrity Cruises Wasn’t What I Expected. Here's Why

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Griff & Alyssa
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👁️ 58K views📅 2 years ago⏱️ 11:21

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Editorial Summary

The creator provides a detailed review of a Celebrity Cruises experience, specifically focusing on the Celebrity Ascent ship. He breaks down his experience into ten positive aspects and several negative ones to help travelers navigate the cruise line. The review covers accommodations, noting that the edge balcony cabins are spacious but mentioning that the mattresses can be quite hard. He highlights the Ocean View cafe for its floor to ceiling windows and diverse food options, including a charcuterie station and fresh pastries. The creator also praises the ship's bars, specifically the World Class Bar and Eden Bar, for their ambiance and custom cocktails. Entertainment is noted as a high point, particularly the Smoke in Mirrors show, though he warns that seating fills up quickly. Additionally, he discusses the cleanliness of the ship, the lively pool deck activities, and the high quality of the seafood brunch on the final day. He concludes by noting that the cruise was more affordable than Royal Caribbean and offers a comparison video for those interested in the differences between the two lines.

Written by TripBacon from this video's transcript.

How This Review Compares

This review's score for Celebrity Cruises
Solid Strip
All-time creator consensus for Celebrity Cruises
A Nibble

This review is in line with the all-time creator consensus.

What This Creator Said
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Veteran Cruiser

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Creator's Key Takeaways

I was pretty surprised lots of space guys I want to say this is one of the most spacious balcony cabins I ever had

the Ocean View cafe is good for breakfast lunch and dinner do not miss out

the world class bar is absolutely world class you got to get a smoked oldfashioned

the entertainment now one of my favorite shows that I got to experience on the celebrity Ascent was their new show called Smoke in mirrors

Creator's Tips & Advice

Get to shows early to secure seating
Reserve a cabana by the pool for about $200, which includes lunch and drinks

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Room comfort and spaceThe edge balcony cabins are spacious; request a mattress topper for soft beds
Finding good dining optionsDon't miss the Ocean View cafe for breakfast, lunch, and dinner; try the seafood brunch on the last day

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat is the food like on Celebrity Cruises?
QWhat is the room like on Celebrity Cruises?
QWhat are the best bars and lounges on Celebrity Cruises?
QWhat entertainment options are available on Celebrity Cruises?
QHow does Celebrity Cruises compare to Royal Caribbean?

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