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I Tried the $10,000 Celebrity Cruise Suite… Was It Worth It?

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Griff & Alyssa
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👁️ 51K views📅 1 years ago⏱️ 13:55

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Editorial Summary

The creator provides a detailed review of a six night stay in a Sky Suite within the Celebrity Retreat on the Celebrity Beyond. The journey begins with an analysis of the VIP boarding process at the Fort Lauderdale terminal, highlighting the expedited entry and private lounge access. The creator examines the suite itself, noting features like the automated balcony, split bathrooms, and the convenience of an adjoining nanny suite for families. A significant portion of the review focuses on the personalized service provided by the butler, Jordan, and the amenities available in the private Retreat Lounge and sundeck. The video also explores various dining options, ranging from the included Lumina breakfast to the high end specialty restaurants Eden and Le Voyage by Daniel Boulud, as well as the kid friendly Le Petit Chef experience. While noting some logistical caveats regarding the Magic Carpet and the necessity of booking specialty dining well in advance, the creator concludes that the upgrade is worth the cost due to the enhanced sense of serenity and luxury provided.

Written by TripBacon from this video's transcript.

How This Review Compares

This review's score for Celebrity Beyond
Seriously Tasty
All-time creator consensus for Celebrity Beyond
Solid Strip

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

What This Creator Said
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👶 Best for Family (Young Kids)From Fort Lauderdale

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Creator's Key Takeaways

I spent six nights on a Sky Suite in the Celebrity Retreat on the Celebrity Beyond, and Ship Critic's only rated a 3.6 star experience.

The private boarding lounge experience, it really earns us keep within the first 5 minutes.

The room even has one of those adjoining nanny suite options. Two doors, one hallway, so parents can claim privacy while kids crash in their own micro kingdom.

Lumina, it really just isn't just a quiet alternative to the buffet. It's proof that included dining can flirt with Michelin star quality if you book the right cabin.

Creator's Tips & Advice

Reserve specialty dining on the app the moment your final payment clears, as restaurants are extremely popular and can sell out.
Call ahead to schedule specialty dining if it's sold out, as it's not a wait-for-a-sale type of thing.
Use the retreat lounge for a quiet, remote-work-friendly space away from crowds.

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Is the VIP upgrade worth the cost?Calculate the value of included drinks, Wi-Fi, breakfast, serenity, and relaxation per square foot; the 3.6-star rating melts away.
How to secure specialty dining reservations?Reserve on the app immediately after final payment clears, and call ahead if sold out.

Questions This Creator Answers

QIs the VIP upgrade on Celebrity Cruises actually worth the splurge?
QWhat are the key perks of the Celebrity Retreat on Celebrity Beyond?
QHow does the dining experience compare to Michelin-star quality?

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Port Highlights

Fort Lauderdale4½ Happy Bacon
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