I’m Boarding Celebrity Xcel EARLY! Full First Look & Embarkation Day Tour

Editorial Summary

The creator provides an extensive first look at the Celebrity Xcel during its inaugural revenue-paying cruise from Fort Lauderdale. The tour begins with an exploration of the ship's atrium and the new flagship store, which celebrates the history of Celebrity Cruises through various artifacts and models. The video highlights several significant design changes and new venues, including the Bazaar, which replaces the Eden space, and the Spice grab-and-go station. The creator also examines the new Mosaic restaurant and the Bora Mediterranean venue located in the rooftop garden area. On the upper decks, the tour covers the pool deck, noting the addition of a pool valet and new orange color accents, as well as the expanded spa facilities featuring a unique hydra room soak. The creator concludes by touring the club, which now includes an attic area with games and vending machines, and the various main dining rooms. Throughout the video, the creator emphasizes that while the ship shares similarities with other Edge series vessels, the new additions and design elements make it feel distinct. The creator also addresses the cost of the trip to maintain transparency regarding the review.

Written by TripBacon from this video's transcript.