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Our suite booked last June more than doubled in cost once they switched to AI and had the backlog of cancelled cruise FCC fighting for fewer available cabins. We love Boy especially on M Class ships, but would say worth a maximum of about half that. On Apex or Edge with smaller dining rooms Definately no. Blu is in an ackward setting. Nope not for me. Aqua Class is a cleverly designed category to sell cabins in a poor location at a premium. For our 5 nights onboard Celebrity Beyond, this AquaClass cabin more than met our needs. There was enough space, and the layout was easy to navigate.
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Inside the AquaClass Stateroom on Celebrity Beyond
We went to Specialty dining most nights and Blu for 2 or 3 nights. Annie is a true sea-lover with a passion for everything cruise-related. She kicked off her career working for Carnival, soaking up the sun and sea vibes.
Bottom Line: Celebrity Cruises Aqua Class vs. Concierge Class
Exclusive to Aqua Class guests, Blu offers a culinary journey that’s both intimate and refined. Imagine savoring dishes that are as nutritious as they are delicious, in a setting that’s both serene and sophisticated. Blu isn’t just a restaurant; it’s a dining experience that caters to your desire for healthier, yet still sumptuous, meal options while cruising.
So, is Aqua Class Worth It?
My question is if our move up offer to a Suite category in Retreat is accepted.... Matt started Royal Caribbean Blog in 2010 as a place to share his passion for all things Royal Caribbean with readers. He oversees all the writers at Royal Caribbean Blog, and writes a great deal of content on a daily basis. He has become one of the foremost expert on a Royal Caribbean cruise.
Because were doing all of this at sea, which is incredibly therapeutic in itself, it becomes a wonderful wellness journey unlike anything in the world. I recently had both of those questions on my mind while booking a 2-week voyage from Tokyo to Vancouver after I noticed a very attractive price on the Aqua class staterooms. I was going to book in the regular veranda class of staterooms, until I did some further digging on what was really included with Aqua. If you move up to a suite you get those amenities plus the perks you had.
The closet is then tucked around the corner from the bathroom on the side of the bed. They are better located and more central, but the6 have floor 11 right at the aft (providing you don’t mind that or possible seasickness). @Gary, Definitely something for people to keep in mind, but also a matter of personal preference.
In the Retreat lounge you will get complimentary drinks. If you are in the Retreat Deck area and order a drink you will be charged for it unless you have a drink package. Whatever perks you booked on your original cabin is what you keep. If you didn’t have any type of drink package or a wifi package with your Aqua class cabin, then you would have to purchase them if you want them. Also note, that you’ll receive Capt Club pts for your original cabin, not the points for a suite. We have done Aqua a few times on M and S class ships and we really did enjoy Blu but at $1100 I can think of better ways to spend that kind of money.
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Blu ambiance was nice but we don’t care for the type of food Blu serves so tended to order from MDR menu. For spa I used it three or four times but DH wasn’t interested. They market exercise equipment if avail but never got any. We’ll now book concierge and if it’s going to be a cooler weather cruise I will buy one pass for the Persian Gardens for me. And we’ll stick with the MDR because we don’t think the specialty is worth it to us non foodies. Dining at sea is an experience in itself, but with Aqua Class, it ascends to a new level of delight at the Blu restaurant.
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Since Blu doesnt serve lunch, AquaClass guests will need to visit the buffet or another one of the dining venues for lunch. This blog helps over a million people to plan their cruises each month. To be clear, your treatments aren’t included – just access to the spas and relaxation areas in these areas of the ship. You'll find Concierge Class staterooms aboard every Celebrity cruise.
Let’s embark on this journey together, and by the end, you’ll have a clearer picture of whether Aqua Class is the perfect fit for your next cruise adventure. Are you contemplating a cruise vacation but feeling overwhelmed by the myriad of choices and cabin categories? Deciding on the perfect cruise experience can be daunting, especially when you’re looking for that ideal blend of comfort, exclusivity, and value. This is where understanding the Celebrity Cruises Aqua Class benefits becomes crucial. Another thing to consider, especially with The Retreat, with premium drinks included, is whether “free” cocktails, smoothies, and coffee drinks are even important to you. But you won't find value in included drinks if it’s not important to you.
Can't speak to the Edge but we enjoy Aqua class very much. Having access to the Blu for breakfast and dinner is top on our list - it's very quiet dining and you can still request food off the main dining if you prefer. In addition we enjoy the location on the upper decks and not noisey at all and access to the spa anytime we want - and we do like the spa. Not sure that applies with any new restrictions they may apply for the future. For its new ship, Celebrity Beyond, Celebrity Cruises will amp up its mind, body and spirit offerings.
We do not like the MDR on most any ship, but the Edge has 4 different MDRs meaning not so noisy and chaotic. Each of the 4 MDRs serve the same daily changing menu but each has their own 3 specialties that are the same each day. If you choose Select dining ( Anytime) you can try them all. If you only plan to use the Thermal Suite one time, then Blu is the main advantage.
Edge-class Aqua Class ships also offer cashmere bedding aboard Celebrity Apex, Celebrity Edge and Celebrity Beyond and the forthcoming Celebrity Ascent. By taking advantage of a rather low bid, we were able to upgrade to an AquaClass infinite veranda on Celebrity Beyond for not much more than the cost of a standard infinite veranda. With all the benefits of a typical balcony cabin plus the added perks of AquaClass, it was certainly worth it for us to try out this cabin category. As a guest of The Retreat, you’ll also enjoy a long list of thoughtfully curated amenities that start with premium drinks and premium Wi-Fi, in addition to a private restaurant and exclusive lounge.
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