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Celebrity Solstice Full Review (2024): What We Loved, Didn’t Love, and Hated

thiscruiselife
thiscruiselife
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πŸ‘οΈ 41K viewsπŸ“… 2 years ago⏱️ 27:46

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Editorial Summary

The creators provide a detailed review of their week-long Alaskan cruise aboard the Celebrity Solstice, categorizing their experiences into things they loved, did not love, and hated. They praise the ship's entertainment, including various theater shows, a silent disco, and an Abba sing-along. The food received mixed reviews; while they enjoyed the buffet variety, the spa cafe, and specific main dining room dishes, they criticized the slow service and inconsistent portion sizes in the main dining room. The concierge class offered exclusive perks like helipad access, though the creators felt the value did not justify the cost due to the quality of the champagne and the lack of information regarding delivered canapes. Significant criticisms were directed at the ship's physical upkeep, noting worn furniture and balcony rust. They also expressed frustration with the buffet, citing overcrowding, condensed hours, and broken beverage machines. Ultimately, the creators concluded that the ship did not meet the high standards of the Celebrity brand, awarding it a rating of two and a half to three out of five stars.

Written by TripBacon from this video's transcript.

How This Review Compares

This review's score for Celebrity Solstice
Barely Crispy
All-time creator consensus for Celebrity Solstice
Solid Strip

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

What This Creator Said
Creator Had Mixed FeelingsFull Ship ReviewπŸ₯ˆExpert CreatorSponsored
πŸ‘Ά Best for Family (Young Kids)Alaska Β· Summer Β· 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

we are coming to you from the Celebrity Solstice where we have just spent a week on board to Alaska

we loved the options on the buffet all week long from the Chinese to the American food to the Indian to the build your own pasta BS

the upkeep of the ship you know it really I don't believe the Celebrity Solstice holds true to the celebrity brand

the buffet areas it really was quite the traffic jam up on the buffet because there's so many limited options

Creator's Tips & Advice

βœ“Pre-purchase martini tasting flights but be aware you may not be able to pick specific martinis
βœ“Go to the buffet right when it opens or near closing time to avoid crowds
βœ“Check the Celebrity Today information for movie showtimes

πŸ†•New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Buffet crowds and limited food options β€” Go to the buffet right when it opens or near closing time to avoid crowds
Dining room service speed β€” Be prepared for potentially slow service and plan accordingly

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat did the creators love, not love, and hate about the Celebrity Solstice?
QIs the Celebrity Solstice a good ship for an Alaskan cruise?
QWhat is the dining experience like on the Celebrity Solstice?

Topics Covered

Loyalty Program4 Happy BaconService Crew2Β½ Happy BaconShip Condition4 Sad BaconDining Buffet2Β½ Sad BaconDining Main1Β½ Sad BaconEntertainment Shows4Β½ Happy BaconCabin Balcony3Β½ Sad BaconEmbarkation4 Happy Bacon

Port Highlights

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Endicott Arm4 Happy Bacon
Ketchikan2Β½ Happy Bacon
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