As a first time cruiser, I was very nervous about going on this vacation. I am prone to sea/motion sickness and was very anxious I wouldn't be able to enjoy myself. After the first day on the ship, I was medication using sea bands and dramamine and was completely fine! After day 4 I wasn't using any medication at all! The cruise itself was fantastic. Going to sleep and waking up and a new country is an amazing feeling and exploring said country was so much fun! The ship is also so fun to be on with activities happening all the time and so much to do! I will definitely be taking another cruise in my future!
Embarkation
5 out of 5
Since I am a very anxious person, embarkation had me very stressed however everything went smoothly and was surprisingly stress-free!
Ship experiences
Food and Dining
5 out of 5
As a foodie, I was very excited for the food on the cruise. The buffet is amazing and has so much to offer. We booked a reservation in the dining room every night for dinner and I highly recommend doing so! The food is so delicious and the wait staff are incredible and make you feel like royalty! If you are lucky enough to be served by Calet, Arriya and Angela than you will really enjoy yourself!
Silhouette Restaurant
5 out of 5
The staff at this venue are amazing! They are super friendly, knowledgeable about the menu, and are able to make the experience feel more personal as they will remember your names as well as any food/drink preferences. I was never disappointed when dining in the restaurant being served by Calet, Arriya, and Angela.
Onboard Activities
5 out of 5
There is always something fun and exciting to do on the ship! Whether you are interested in playing in the casino, lounging by the pool, and even lawn games, you will always find something exciting at all times!
Entertainment
5 out of 5
Children's Programs
No children with us
Service and Staff
5 out of 5
Our room steward Jaime was amazing! He greeted us multiple times during the and kept our room neat and tidy!
Ship Quality
5 out of 5
Everywhere on the ship seemed to be super clean and modern.
Cabin / Stateroom
5 out of 5
The cabin is a great size for 2 people and kept in very good condition!
During our stay in Key West, my fiance and brothers decided to rent bicycles and take a short bike ride to the southern most point. This was a fun and unique way to explore the area around the port.
During our visit in Costa Maya, my fiance and I went to the Water Park. It was a lot of fun! The water wasn't too cold and there was little to no lines for the water slides.
We decided not to do an excursion in Cozumel, Mexico and we regret that. We chose to explore on our own and being a tourist, there was very little to explore without paying some kind of fee. If I were to go again then I would definitely book an excursion.
George Town, Grand Cayman was a beautiful place to visit. My fiance and I decided to book an excursion of swimming with the stingrays. We were able to touch/pet, feed, and kiss the stingrays! There was also someone around to take nice pictures for you for a fee.
Any worries need to be laid to rest. This ship is about the staff, the food, and the effort everyone makes to be the best. It is understated. It has class without being off putting. It is welcoming. And as stated before, if you only go to the buffet you will be gladly surprised by how excellent food is when just cooked right. The pools are not big, and are not party hardy full of models or wannabees. There are plenty of chairs. As for activities take your pic. If you can get an aft cabin. Look up mine on 6310. It was a special experience! Get ready to enjoy a week that can make all that work worth it. They make living easy!
So glad to hear you had a great time and ship was clean. I’m taking my first cruise on celebrity and going on the Exquinox. I’m nervous as well. I’ve always cruised Disney. I worry about cleanliness. So glad you posted. Thanks tons.
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