Hello Rob and James, thank you very much for your interesting video. . Best regards Nicole
@OnTheRoadAgain-UK18 сағат бұрын
Thanks. Good you found it useful
@markfisher8656Күн бұрын
Any cost comparison needs to be per person / day. I may have missed how many nights your cost comparison was for. If I assume your £1000pp/night is for 7 nights, I would skip it too. Even at 14 nights I would still be skipping it. We have sailed AQ a few times. Our next time is on Apex at only £11 pp/night more than verandah so very worthwhile. Once the cost gets above £25-30 pp/night I'd stick with regular rooms. We all have to assess what the AQ value is worth as per your video. The cabin is maybe £5 pp/night to me. Breakfast and Dinner in Blu...£20 pp/night. which gives me my threshold for upgrading or not. Spa facilities are maybe £5 pp/night as I would use them every 2-3 days, but hot vs cold weather is a factor. The extra loyalty Conceierge / AQ points have little value too, but as I am 240-ish points from the next tier it hardly moves the dial
@OnTheRoadAgain-UKКүн бұрын
Great point. Yes should have done a price per night and yes this was a 7 day cruise and as I said, next year Aqua class is £1000 more than a regular veranda, so hard to justify that difference in price (although I’m sure there are deals to be had compared to Celebrity’s price)
@markfisher8656Күн бұрын
@@OnTheRoadAgain-UK £142 pp/night for an AQ upgrade is serious money - I'd love to hear if anyone would book AQ. I have a bridge to sell them....
@markhirdygirdy_runs4 күн бұрын
Just came off Apex on a 13 night med cruise with amazing weather. No issues with air con for the infinity rooms. They are amazing rooms. I don’t know what people don’t like about them. Aircon remained on when window was open. Take a usb desk fan if concerned. Staff are amazing. Our first time on Celebrity we have previously done P&O and there is a massive difference in staff interaction and morale. Unfortunately we have Covid post cruise and it seemed that people were unwell when boarding the ship. It’s probably put us off cruising again as my wife is really poorly. It was a shame that some adults were less mature than the kids on board. If you don’t want kids go on an adult only cruise or don’t board in school holidays. Btw our kids are grown up and we cruised as a couple and the kids were well behaved pity some adults weren’t. I think the drinks package is extortionate. As a non alcoholic drinker even at sales price it’s a rip off. Sorry my opinion. We spent nowhere near the amount the drinks package would have been at its cheapest (40% off). Most expensive and inflexible drinks package of most of the cruise lines. £650 for 2 people at the cheapest for a non alcoholic drinks package when we had 7 port days. We had a great time it’s a pity the post cruise experience has put us off. Great review 👍🏻
@OnTheRoadAgain-UK4 күн бұрын
Ah sorry to hear about catching Covid. It’s tough on a cruise ship when you are at the mercy of other people’s hygiene habits. I hope you’re both feeling better soon. We went on our first P&O cruise last year and agree that Celebrity is miles better. Especially the happy crew! Thanks for leaving a comment and hope you’ll consider cruising again one day
@shaundhobson10 күн бұрын
We found closing the interior doors is a great solution to prevent the whole cabin heating up when opening the window on our very recent med cruise on Ascent.
@OnTheRoadAgain-UK10 күн бұрын
Did the aircon work with the interior doors closed?
@AndyRichards-b9n13 күн бұрын
Hmnn. I hope you go back and do this review again. Nobody will love everything about any ship, and we all have different ideas about what the ideal size, layout, etc. is. First, I don't think the Magic Carpet is a gimmick at all. In nice weather, it is one of the most popular spots on the ship and a great place - if you can get a seat - to watch a sail away. I am surprised it never moved during your cruise. Most of the time, it does hang out on the Pool deck, but as you noted, it is also for tenders, and usually they have a specialty dining option during one night of the cruise. Also, I may have misheard it, but I thought you said it was free. I don't believe that is correct. My understanding is the Captains Club members get a free scoop or two during a cruise, but the rest of the time there is an additional charge. We came from multiple cruises on the Solstice class ships before our first cruise on the Edge. There is no doubt some differences, including the Martini Bar. The older ones were hard not to love. But I don't think your video gave a true picture of the Edge class changes. You can enter the bar from the third floor as you did (almost feels like the back door in to me), and you can also enter from the 4th floor which is more like a main entrance. You can see the entire bar area, which includes a nice dance floor and pretty constant live music during the evening hours. It really is a very nice space and probably one of the premiere areas on the ship. I am also surprised you didn't show the nice area of Cafe Al Bacio with nice seating and relatively quiet areas. Finally, I think you missed the 2 - story theatre. There is so much more to the ship! I know it is hard to do it all, especially within the constraints of a limited time video. Thanks for doing it!
@OnTheRoadAgain-UK12 күн бұрын
Thanks for your feedback. As you’ll see in this Sunday’s vlog, we LOVED the Apex! Will definitely be back. In 4 weeks we are back on the Infinity so look out for the vlogs too!
@metalmick15 күн бұрын
I like the net curtain wire trick👍
@OnTheRoadAgain-UK14 күн бұрын
It works!
@OnTheRoadAgain-UK17 күн бұрын
What is the favourite tour you’ve done in Bergen?
@ericericson353517 күн бұрын
How did you survive without a Tea Kettle?
@OnTheRoadAgain-UK16 күн бұрын
Just got tea from Cafe Al Bacio or the buffet. Not a big deal!
@stenanormandy598421 күн бұрын
You’re supposed to pay attention to the safety video - it’s there for your benefit and the rest of the passengers and crew.
@OnTheRoadAgain-UK21 күн бұрын
Absolutely. And we did
@digarfield585622 күн бұрын
We’re on the Apex in Sept - great to see your take on the Martini Bar. It’s definitely changed since we first started sailing with Celebrity.
@OnTheRoadAgain-UK21 күн бұрын
We loved the ship and preferred The Cllub to the Martini Bar. Hope you’re well and have a fab cruise
@user-yd4pd4yx7e25 күн бұрын
We are looking forward to welcoming you in South Africa 🇿🇦 Thank you ❤
@grantadamson29 күн бұрын
great tips
@OnTheRoadAgain-UK29 күн бұрын
Thank you, glad they were helpful
@lizhoward-barber1346Ай бұрын
what year is it?
@OnTheRoadAgain-UKАй бұрын
2021/22
@eleanorsampson7582Ай бұрын
Do you know if there’s a hop on hop off bus that would take you to the view point?
@OnTheRoadAgain-UKАй бұрын
We didn’t see one (it’s a very windy road to get there) so worth googling. We know there is a regular bus that goes there (Norwaysbest.com)
@hansmoleman8533Ай бұрын
Great tour guys. Going on the Apex in September to the med. Is it a true or an urban myth if you were to slip the barman 10 or 20 $$ they'd give you premium drinks all cruise? 😏
@OnTheRoadAgain-UKАй бұрын
lol I don’t know (but doubt it!). Give it a go and let us know what happens!!!! What I can tell you is how friendly the crew are and you’ll have an amazing time
@AndyRichards-b9n13 күн бұрын
As a multiple time cruiser on the Apex (and sister Edge), as well as numerous other Celebrity ships, I can say that it is (essentially) urban myth. I am not saying it hasn't happened, but generally they are pretty straight up about staying in the lane. I will say, however, we spend a lot of time in both the Martini Bar and the Sunset Bar and if you can get to know one or more of the bartenders/wait staff, slipping them that $$ (we usually more than just one time) will help them remember you and any specific drink "requirements" you have. I have seen them mix to measured proportions, and I have seen them not. We have been in the Med several times on these ships and because the weather it generally very nice there, the outdoor areas will be in full use. It is a great ship!
@kathydixon5609Ай бұрын
Thanks for that. Was it that rough for sick bags?? Obviously not for you, as you imbibed your way through it.
@OnTheRoadAgain-UKАй бұрын
The waves were 6-8m but we took sea sick pills morning and night so we’re lucky to feel fine. It was rough enough for there to be sick bags on all the stairs cases!
@tinkerbellstwinАй бұрын
Thank you for this video we will be going in a few weeks! Can you take a taxi from the port into Bruges ?
@OnTheRoadAgain-UKАй бұрын
I’m sure you can. It’s about a 30minute ride.
@TimK2646Ай бұрын
Deck 6 soon lovely LOL, off to bonny scoots and the Icelandic warriors that demolished the England footie blokes
@OnTheRoadAgain-UK11 күн бұрын
@@TimK2646 have a fab cruise
@siblacklockhughes612Ай бұрын
First thank you for answering a question which I have been crawling over over KZfaq and the internet - can you get straight to martini bar from the deck 3 cabin I’ve booked. The answer is yes! Shortcut to Cafe AlBacio for our morning coffee. Do you remember if they had a speciality dining discount on the first night? We went on the Iona to the Fjords in May. Ship was nice but everything was too open (I get your comment about the shopping centre). The service was shocking, waiting for drinks constantly. Waited for our table in Sindhu and then the food was average as was the cod in Epicurean. Celebrity is fantastic but if Iona ups its game on the service side of thing the lower price is tempting.
@OnTheRoadAgain-UKАй бұрын
Glad we answered it. I suspect they do have special offers in the 1st night. We didn’t ask though. You’ll have a great cruise
@leiablythe2741Ай бұрын
Very informative, thank you. I got plenty of tips for when I go next May :)
@OnTheRoadAgain-UKАй бұрын
Thank you
@davidmarsden305Ай бұрын
Hi - first if all thank you for the video, we are on Appex next month. Hopefully get on board as quickly as you guys did, unlikely but? How did you know your muster station location, was it on the cruise card? Would like to get that out the way asap? Thanks
@OnTheRoadAgain-UKАй бұрын
Fingers crossed. Your muster station is on your app as well as key card. So you can know your muster station before you even get on board. Have a fantastic cruise.
@sadiekhendricks7578Ай бұрын
Point of correction .Sa has 12 official languages ,sighn language the 12th.
@OnTheRoadAgain-UKАй бұрын
Thanks.
@davidmarsden305Ай бұрын
Thank you for the ship tour, going on her in early August, so fully expecting the outside areas to be very occupied, so may spead the load (people) around the ship. I use a small scooter ( brain damage which effectively wiped out my balance) however looked reasonably flat ( step less) or ways around any. Hopefully we'll have better weather, once again thank you👍
@OnTheRoadAgain-UKАй бұрын
You’ll have a great time
@isabellawalker2789Ай бұрын
Just started watching you and thoroughly enjoyed your video. Sailed from Southampton many times and we’ve got to disagree as the sail away, passing Portsmouth and the Isle of Wight is stunning. We’re Celebrity fans too and on the Apex soon. Really good balance of commentary and images. Thank you and we’re looking forward to the rest of your future videos.
@OnTheRoadAgain-UKАй бұрын
Thank you! Love feedback like this
@paulabean158Ай бұрын
Thank you for the video and reviews! I will be sailing soon and am interested to see if you have video of your ports in Norway?
@OnTheRoadAgain-UKАй бұрын
Yes indeed. First one is tomorrow. We publish every Sunday.
@ZoeTemmermanАй бұрын
Thanks for the tour, we are in the boat in a few weeks x
@OnTheRoadAgain-UKАй бұрын
You’ll have a blast. New video coming this Sunday
@kathydixon5609Ай бұрын
Thanks guys. Don’t know how you’ll orient yourself without referencing IKEA! 🙂
@OnTheRoadAgain-UKАй бұрын
True!
@roshanmelwani9469Ай бұрын
thank you guys! this tour and review was so useful
@OnTheRoadAgain-UK11 күн бұрын
@@roshanmelwani9469 glad it helped!
@KirstyjadesMusicАй бұрын
A comment you made “Oh dear children…. Not so good”You shouldn’t be travelling on a cruise that has a kids club if you don’t like children
@OnTheRoadAgain-UKАй бұрын
That’s why we don’t sail on Disney etc. :-)
@isabellawalker2789Ай бұрын
They’re entitled to say that. I’ve got children and mine are respectful and well behaved but when I see other children I often say, “Oh dear children” as well because many children aren’t well behaved. Or is it that some children just copy their parent’s bad behaviour.
@judiarmstrong3776Ай бұрын
Hugely helpful! Many thanks for your advise - we are looking at getting a motorhome and are grateful for all support. You were a great and clear presenter! Xx🙌🚐
@OnTheRoadAgain-UKАй бұрын
Thank you! All the best
@MrSnicolАй бұрын
This is a video of a guys face, why????
@OnTheRoadAgain-UKАй бұрын
Sorry? Did you watch the whole video?
@mkbuck3904Ай бұрын
My Daughter and I have sailed with Celebrity for years now, but never on Edge class. We are doing the exact same cruise this August on the Apex…so extremely helpful. Thank you 👍👏👏…we’re very excited as ❤Celebrity
@OnTheRoadAgain-UKАй бұрын
Glad it helped. More to come. You’ll love the Apex
@nikkihanmer8522 ай бұрын
brilliant tips thank you x
@OnTheRoadAgain-UK2 ай бұрын
Glad they helped
@jennymorgan15872 ай бұрын
Thanks for your interesting video, we are travelling to Chobe national park and the lodge in 7 weeks time so great to get a bit of an insight.
@OnTheRoadAgain-UK2 ай бұрын
You’ll love it!
@elizabethmoonstone37342 ай бұрын
My assigned embarkation time is 15:45 (final boarding time 16:30) so yes being 1h late would affect my holiday in the sense that the ship would depart without me! I'll be 1h early and wait if needed, but I really wish P&O would assign more realistic boarding times (nothing past 3 o'clock in that case).
@julietteshore11182 ай бұрын
Thank you. Very useful information as a newbie. I’ll probably get everything!
@OnTheRoadAgain-UK2 ай бұрын
Good luck. You’ll love it.
@northblue82162 ай бұрын
This is the reason I don't go to 'high end' restaurants. Good for you if you do, but I want a plate of food on the table, in front of me, for the money I work hard for.
@harlanabraham77722 ай бұрын
Howdy, On The Road Again is the name of a Willie Nelson song. Would rather be in the middle of the ship. Also like to be near the aft section so I could walk up to the buffett. Go in a couple of days early. Or play in the casino. If you book through the cruise line then if you get caught in traffic the ship will wait for you. This happened several times. Have experienced that type of weather change on several cruises we have taken. Don't like Indian food. Too many spices. Have been on a British Ship and their coffee wasn't too good. Tea would suit me fine. Most times prefer walking the stairs. May not have a choice on getting there early. So it's a crapshoot on getting to the pier. I like to turn off my mobile phone and put it in my safe. Drink package is often not worth it unless it includes specialty coffee. When in the buffett use the serving spoons or tongs. My mobile phone will not work in Europe. Always take sunscreen and insect repellent. Check my onboard account every day. Disputed one cruise a few charges and discovered those glasses of wine actually came from different bars on the ship.
@OnTheRoadAgain-UK2 ай бұрын
Some great additional tips. Thank you!
@lizchapman16842 ай бұрын
Thanks brilliant tips
@OnTheRoadAgain-UK2 ай бұрын
Glad they helped
@lizchapman16842 ай бұрын
Great tips !! Thanks
@rampamonanyane85162 ай бұрын
White South Africans are the most unpatriotic people in the world,they're the ones going around the world bashing our country about crime and government, you would swear South Africa is the most dangerous country in the world which is far from the truth, its like they're desperate to prove to the world that apartheid was better. Thanks for your reviews sir.
@phumzilensele3022 ай бұрын
South africans who have emigrated are the ones who speak down the country but Americans where gun violence is daily don't
@OnTheRoadAgain-UK2 ай бұрын
Luckily I’m from the UK
@saaid0002 ай бұрын
Very helpful. Thank you for sharing.
@OnTheRoadAgain-UK2 ай бұрын
You’re most welcome
@StephenEscott-tg9xc3 ай бұрын
The olive Grove, I know was our favourite place to eat, it's best to oder 2 or 3 starters to share, the main courses are lovely, the desserts are my downfall had 2 tiramisus.. some food in there u have to pay extra, but absolutely well worth the experience
@StephenEscott-tg9xc3 ай бұрын
The keel and cow, we both thought was gr8888888, we had the duck bai buns and the sharing cheese,which was fantastic, .Michelle had the prime minster burger,which was massive, I had the steak and ale pie, both value for money
@StephenEscott-tg9xc3 ай бұрын
I always do the lunch in pearl restaurant. When you order the starter and main, you can always order extra sides as we both do,the food in their exceptional
@jacquelinehayes53773 ай бұрын
Just got back from Britannia fiords cruise and the food was very,very,disappointing,👎👎👎
@OnTheRoadAgain-UK3 ай бұрын
Sorry to hear. We are on Celebrity Apex in a few weeks so hoping for better food
@skatergeek198113 ай бұрын
Oh joy, the colonization continues!
@OnTheRoadAgain-UK3 ай бұрын
Glad you enjoyed the video
@user-eo7hg4pf8i3 ай бұрын
It's a beautiful city in a beautiful country. Would I live there? Never in a million years.