This Cruise Was Really Bad

Editorial Summary

The creators evaluate a refurbished Celestial Cruises ship to determine if the line still offers good value following negative online reviews. While they express high praise for the ship's modern aesthetic and recent refurbishment, noting that the vessel feels much newer than its actual age, they encounter significant issues with onboard amenities. The creators report a lack of air conditioning in their suite, which required maintenance intervention to become bearable. They also describe a pervasive culture of aggressive upselling for drinks, excursions, and dining. The most significant criticism focuses on the culinary experience, which the creators describe as a major failure. They report poor quality at the breakfast buffet and find the specialty dining to be inedible, citing issues with frozen food and unappetizing textures. Despite these failures, the creators highlight the outstanding service from the crew and the high quality of the specialty cocktails. Ultimately, they conclude that while the ship and staff are impressive, the poor food quality makes the cruise a hard pass for those who prioritize dining.

Written by TripBacon from this video's transcript.