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@kevpeirce. I saw you were looking at PHL-SJU, not sure where you live but did you check BWI? Southwest flies to SJU from there.  I just booked the Anthem so again @JLMoran can help you with that.  I've been on Grandeur and am heading back on her this February.  I think going from Harmony to Grandeur you might be disappointed.  We like her as we are a bit older, just love the staff, the ship and the size.  To know her is to love her, but certainly Anthem will offer more than what you were used to with Harmony.  

23 hours ago, JLMoran said:

Now, that page did give an answer, and it said at the time that the deposits were $250 pp ($500 per cabin) for 7-night sailings, and $450 pp ($900 per cabin) for "longer cruises".

HI Joe, I can give you my cruise planners information if you'd like to call her.  She did so a booking for me and only charged my $250, as she put the booking in just my name as I am not sure about it.  One good thing with Celebrity, their deposits are refundable. 

2 hours ago, JLMoran said:

that gives their full review.

Great will do Joe, thank you!

On 12/10/2018 at 3:48 PM, monorailmedic said:

We just got off Edge yesterday

Well, what's the verdict?  I hear alot of mixed, but to be expected I guess with a new ship.  Looking forward to hearing all about her! Thank you!

1 hour ago, tiny260 said:

To me it was a no brainier, get a Sky or Celebrity suite

I agree with you John.  I have booked all my Celebrity cruises VERY early too which gets you the best rates.  On our May 12 Summit, I booked Celebrity Suite, the Sky Suite is more than what I booked the Celebrity for now.  Our Edge booking is $2000 more pp!  I really want to try that Genie though but to get there, it's almost twice as much.  I love both RC and Celebrity so I go back and forth and see what fits our schedule.  too bad about your wife having to go back to school so early.  Have you looked at Inagural for the APEX?  Prices are not bad currently.  

And Sky suites are much smaller or Grand Suites on RC ships.  Again, @JLMoran it really is budget as well.  We don't have two beautiful girls like you do and to consider college etc. We have two beautiful golden retrievers that still cost a pretty penny when we travel! LOL.  If you are considering Aqua, I can tell you on the Celebrity FB pages etc EVERYONE raves about BLU. I am anxious to see what the Revamp is on Summit as she desperately needed it when we sailed on her last September. Consider the Sept 1 sailing i Aqua class, you are getting 2 additional nights and it's SO relaxing compared to the 5 night cruise (we did that last May on Grandeur). 

On 12/1/2018 at 9:41 PM, JLMoran said:

Celebrity already carries a premium price vs. Royal,

Joe, I actually find Royal (depending on ship) to be more expensive.  As you know, I'm a suite snob.  I can't afford an Owners Suite or Genie on Royal, but I pay about $2000 less per sailing on Celebrity in a Celebrity Suite or Sky suite, and that includes the 4 perks versus Oasis, Symphony etc .  Hell, I'm not even taking the Drink package on Grandeur in February as it's $1000.  Again, probably if looking at inside or balcony perhaps Rc is less expensive.  I actually love both cruise lines but dollar for dollar when booking a suite, I find Celebrity to best (again they include Premium Drink, Internet, Gratuities and $300 OBC).    

On 11/30/2018 at 12:39 PM, mworkman said:

I don't see the 2020 schedule? is it in hibernation still?

Europe and Hawii came out, I think it's next week. Hoping!!! If I hear from my planner will let you know.  She's trying to get me to do the Inaugural of the APEX! LOL

2 hours ago, JLMoran said:

Royal wouldn't have adopted it.

Joe, Celebrity has been doing this since last summer, I figured it was only a matter of time for RC to do it too.  Jury is still out for me, but we shall see! 

52 minutes ago, Lovetocruise2002 said:

Well there is...ask me how it works out in 30 days 

You will be fine, just shut your eyes and click three times and before you know it, you will be in your star class on Harmony! LOL

12 hours ago, bhageerah said:

I may bid on a Grand Suite but I am a little afraid, if I win it I know that I will be spoiled for life and a simple balcony room or Jr Suite just won't cut it anymore!!

Trust me, as a now Suite snob, there is no looking back!!  Just ask @Lovetocruise2002 too!  I say YOLO!!!!!!!

7 minutes ago, Lovetocruise2002 said:

Nothing for any of my sailings!  Disappointing. 

Patience my friend! LOL I love your new "logo" 

On 11/26/2018 at 8:52 AM, WAAAYTOOO said:

Does anyone eat the grilled tomatoes ?

I love grilled tomatoes!  It's a little "filler" when the rest of meal isn't that great! LOL

On 11/20/2018 at 3:26 AM, cmdrfrag said:

've check our documentation from previous cruises and the number is correct, has anyone else had an issue like this? If so how did you get around it?
Cheers in Advance

I had the same issue with hubby.  Call C&A, they were very helpful and were able to find his number and add it.  Again, they were very helpful, I hope you get the same guy I did! LOL

1 hour ago, tiny260 said:

I have MEI @michelle watching for a 14 night Mediterranean in 2020 on Celebrity

John, if you are Captains Club they come out next week November 27th, if not November 29th according to my sources. 

1 hour ago, tiny260 said:

I think the new Virgin Atlantic ship has the same bow.

John, I think you're right.  It looks very similar. I wonder what APEX is going to look like, hopefully not identical.

15 hours ago, Lovetocruise2002 said:

It looks way more "industrial" than I expected

Very well put. I was trying to figure out how to describe her.  almost like a cargo ship! LOL  Again, I may well pass on this sailing, need to see and hear more. Symphony looks like a real cruise ship! LOL

Following!! Been thinking about her on sailing. Have a fabulous time!!

58 minutes ago, JLMoran said:

Be sure to follow the live blogs on CruiseHabit.com!

Funny Joe, do you know I've never been on cruise habit! LOL  I will be sure to follow.  It's weird, from the few pictures (live ones not artist renditions), it doesn't look like it's our cup of tea. Maybe I need to see the live blog, it didn't get my WOW up.  It looked too "sterile" if that makes sense. 

I watched the Webcam.  Jury out on the design of this ship.  I'm booked on her next January, need to hear feedback on this one! LOL

Following! Have a fantastic time!!

1 hour ago, WAAAYTOOO said:

If it is in the same old location (doubtful, actually) it was pretty close to the tender disembark area and it would have been accessible with the big wheeled chairs.  But if they moved the area somewhere else, I have no idea where it is, how far it is or if it is still chair accessible.  I won't be going to Coco Cay until Feb. so I will have to rely on others who might go before me or just wait.

Thanks Raye, I will just wait. Don't want to spend $$ we can't have access to. I'm hoping Francis is still the Concierge when we sail.  I think we are the last sailing before her unexpected drydock.  Not even sure the pier will be completed from what I'm reading here.LOL!

25 minutes ago, WAAAYTOOO said:

 The Coco Cay Suites area had its own bar, restrooms and

HI Raye, we too will be there in February,  We are in an Owners Suite on Grandeur.  Is this something we have to pre-book as I don't see it on the Cruise Planner or does the Concierge do it? Never been there before so I have zero frame of reference.  Also you said it was close.  It is close enough for hubby who will be in a scooter or wheelchair? Thanks Raye!

I can speak for RC , they don't ask for any documentation to prove that you are disabled.  Her sister company, Celebrity we had to send documents from our doctors before they would assign an accessible stateroom to us.  I wish RC would also ask for proof as I am having difficulty getting accessible as well. My husband uses his scooter we rent and we do charge it in the room if you'd rather have it at your disposal when you need it.   

11 hours ago, Pooch said:

I have been corresponding but I feel like I am doing all the leg work.

Having the same issues. No reaching out and I'm finding price decreases.