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Item: Celebrity Mercury
Rating: 4
Author: DeborahM1

Celebrity Mercury Cruise Review to U.S. - Pacific, Northwest

DeborahM1

Contributor Level: Deck Hand

Cruises: 1 cruise (first)

Review: 1

Helpful Votes: 31

Overall rating:

4 out of 5

Verified Review

4 Night Pacific Northwest (Seattle Roundtrip)

Sail date: October 08, 2007

Ship: Celebrity Mercury

Cabin type: Oceanview

Traveled as: Singles/Friends

Reviewed: 14 years ago

Review summary

The ship was beautiful, just the right size for a new cruiser. Food was fabulous. Homemade ice cream out of this world. Ship had good access for those not able to get around easily. I had broken my arm and the crew was so helpful, even carrying my plate to the tables for me. The library wasn't what I expected, but who has time to read with all the shows, dancing, shopping, etc...I can hardly wait to go again!

Ship experiences

Food and Dining

5 out of 5

The waiters were absolutely wonderful. A great synergy between the dining room crew. Food was first class all the way, even the waffles, pizza, and sushi bars.

Entertainment

5 out of 5

Karaoke, dancing, all types of music, including a three piece string group, playing classical. Shows, whale lectures, too much to do or list. Shore excursions, or do your own thing. Free shuttle to Nanaimo.

Service and Staff

5 out of 5

As above, I could not remember ever being treated so kindly, smiles everywhere. Made you glad to be there. Celebrity is top class!

Ship Quality

5 out of 5

Size was just right without wearing you out from walking, but big enough to fit everything in! I only gained two pounds, due to the walking. Pool was cold...hot tubs were just right.

Cabin / Stateroom

5 out of 5

Much roomier than I had imagine. Shower large enough for two.

Ports of call

Nanaimo, British Columbia

3 out of 5

Just did a few shops, an especially nice knitting shop, a museum, for a donation. It was barely raining, so hiking around the city was fun.

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Victoria, British Columbia

5 out of 5

Always, The Empress Hotel. Try to have high tea, if you can. Still elegant and you no longer have to wear a dress. Butchart Gardens always great for first timers. Shopping good. Chinatown is not what it used to be, but if you are interested in Chinese medicine, a great shops in that area.

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Don't Miss: Downtown shopping area in old brick buildings

Nanaimo, British Columbia

3 out of 5

Just did a few shops, an especially nice knitting shop, a museum, for a donation. It was barely raining, so hiking around the city was fun.

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Victoria, British Columbia

5 out of 5

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Don't Miss: Downtown shopping area in old brick buildings

Pros: The food and staff

Cons: The weather