2013 Adventures, Boarded the Cruise Ship!

[dgbg100106]

Sadly i got her the last pineapple charm

, you go the last one they had, the last one for her?

 

[TifffanyD]

, you go the last one they had, the last one for her?

Yes when I went they had one pineapple charm left and I got it for her! Hopefully they will get more in tho . It says Hawaii (one of the state charms) and I will give it to her on our trip!

 

[dgbg100106]

Yes when I went they had one pineapple charm left and I got it for her! Hopefully they will get more in tho . It says Hawaii (one of the state charms) and I will give it to her on our trip!

 

[dgbg100106]

So, I have been lusting, yes lusting after the Aqua Class cabins, but I have told myself, that it was just not worth the money.
David and I have discussed it a lot over the years and we said that when we did the TA we would go for the Aqua Class since we have so many days at sea.
So the Aqua Class is about $900 a person more expensive and there is no way I can justify this. So keep your fingers crossed that the cost goes down, since I signed up for the alert system, I want to see the price go down and get Aqua Class…..
From the Celebrity Website: Aqua Class Staterooms

AquaClass
These veranda staterooms offer spa elements infused into the stateroom experience and priority seating in the exclusive and chic specialty restaurant, Blu. These spa-inspired staterooms, offer unlimited access to the AquaSpa® Relaxation Room (on Solstice Class only) and Persian Garden as well as a host of other soothing extras. If you love the spa, there's no finer way to travel.
All staterooms include:
Services
• Our signature friendly, personalized service with a guest to staff ratio of nearly 2:1
• Twice daily service (makeup and turndown)
• Daily ice service in stainless steel ice buckets
Dining
• 24 hour complimentary room service
Amenities
• Robe
• Complimentary tote bag
• Custom blended bath products (shampoo, conditioner and lotion), shower cap, cotton balls and cotton swabs
• Water/wine glasses
• Celebrity eXhale™ bedding featuring custom premium mattresses, plush duvets and pillows, and 100% pure Egyptian cotton linens
• Hair dryer
Stateroom Features
• Private mini-bar*
• Interactive Samsung flat-screen television system to view and select shore excursions, order room service, and watch movies*
• Private safe
• Dual voltage 110/220AC outlets
*Additional charges apply.
In addition AquaClass staterooms include:
Services
• A Personal Spa Concierge to arrange AquaSpa® treatments
• Daily delivery of bottled water and tea
Dining
• Exclusive access to Blu, a specialty restaurant featuring "clean cuisine" that also serves complimentary breakfast every day
• Upgraded room service menu
Amenities
• Complimentary access to the Persian Garden and Relaxation Room (Relaxation Room on Solstice Class only)
• Aromatherapy diffuser
• Pillow menu
• Additional bathroom amenities, including shower gel, facial spray and lip balm
• Plush Frette® bathrobes
• Slippers
• Oversized 100% cotton bath towels
• On-demand wellness programming including meditation and yoga
Stateroom Features
• Hansgrohe® shower panel
• Fog-free mirror

Balacony….

Shower

 

[dgbg100106]

Blu Restaurant

Blu.
Intimately elegant, yet fresh and modern.
As an AquaClass® guest, you can enjoy Blu, your own exclusive restaurant for breakfast and dinner. If the concept of "spa restaurant" causes you or your significant other to think you'll never see a steak or a rich dessert on the menu, that is definitely not the case. The cuisine at Blu is simply an imaginative way of preparing popular dishes without fussiness or pretense. Tender steak is served with a flavorful truffle vinaigrette instead of a heavy béarnaise. We call it "clean cuisine."

•
Inspiration
Inspired by the Mediterranean Sea and the cool blue colors one experiences in Greece.
•
Cuisine
Clean, crisp flavors and inventive cuisine. Personal service, inviting surroundings and natural light are all part of the fresh and clean aspect of Blu.
Insider Tips
• Exclusively for AquaClass guests
• Dinner menu changes daily
• Open seating
• Suite guests welcome upon availability
• Don't miss the table side muesli and delicious smoothies
• Blu features open seating and reservations are not required. Since Blu offers flexible dining between 6 PM and 9:30 PM every evening, you're free to dine at the time of your choice during those hours.

MENU
• Breakfast \
CONTINENTAL
"Our Way"
Seasonal Melon Fruit Plate with Berries
Fresh Grapefruit Half
Blu Parfait with Granola, Low-Fat Yogurt
and Blueberry Compote
Eclipse Parfait with Muesli,
Strawberry Yogurt, Fresh Fruits and Mint
Daily Selection of Yogurts and Cereals
Sliced Vine Ripened Tomato, Cucumber,
Radishes, Salami and Cottage Cheese
Muesli – Prepared Tableside
Fruit and Cheese Plate
Cold Cuts and Cheese Combination
Smoked Salmon Plate, Capers,
Red Onion, Chopped Egg

BAKERY & GRIDDLE
Freshly Baked Danish, Croissants and Muffins
BLU Berry–Pecan Pancakes or Vanilla
Buttermilk Pancakes, Choice of Vermont
Maple Syrup, Wild Berry Compote
French Toast with Muddled Fresh Berries
Toast – Wheat, Rye, White,
English Muffin, Bagel

THE "CRACKED" EGG
Two Farm Fresh Eggs,
Prepared to your Liking
Omelet Your Way – Whole or Egg White
Selection of: Virginia Ham, Tomato,
Spinach, Smoked Salmon,
Sweet Bell Pepper, Red Onion, Scallions,
Mushrooms, Cheddar Cheese, Provolone,
Asparagus, Sun Dried Tomato, Parsley
Smoked Salmon and Asparagus Frittata

BREAKFAST SIDES
Bacon, Sliced Ham, English Back Bacon,
Baked Beans, Breakfast Sausage,
Roasted Tomato, Sautéed Mushrooms,
Steamed Tofu

JUICES–SMOOTHIES
Fresh Orange, Fresh Grapefruit
Cranberry – Prune – Apple
BLU Berry Blast – Pomegranate Juice
and Wild Berry Yogurt
Citrus Obsession – Fresh Orange Juice,
Banana, Yogurt and Soy Milk
Strawberry Swirl Bananas – Soy Milk
and Non Fat Plain Yogurt
Mango Madness – Mango, Peach Purée,
Passion Fruit and Yogurt
Dinner:
APPETIZERS
Grilled Tamarind Glazed Quail
Cinnamon Pickled Carrots, Tabbouleh Salad
Chilled Seafood Napoleon
Cucumber Carpaccio, Saffron Vinaigrette
BLU Cheese Soufflé
Candied Anjou Pear and Port Wine Reduction

SOUPS & SALADS
Chilled Avocado and Lemon Soup
with Poached Shrimp
Sweet Yellow Corn Velouté
Chile Oil, Cilantro and Chorizo
Baby Spinach Salad
Roquefort Cheese, Bloomed Craisins, Toasted Pecans,
Prosciutto and Black Pepper Emulsion
Marinated Tear Drop Tomatoes
and Bocconcini Salad
Basil, Argan Olive Oil and Balsamic Syrup
Daily alternative dressing / vinaigrette

SALAD ENTRÉE
Grilled Salmon Filet
and Endive Watercress Salad
with Basil Pesto

ENTRÉES
Orecchiette Pasta
Porcini Mushrooms, Vegetable Pistou and Basil
Blackened Ahi Tuna
Forbidden Rice, Baby Bok Choy, Spicy Onion
and White Sesame Seed Vinaigrette
Roasted Chicken Breast
Green Lentil Blini, Wilted Spinach
and Tomato-Garlic Emulsion
Pan Seared Filet Mignon
Celery Root Purée, Green Asparagus,
Cabernet Confit Shallots and Olive Oil Beef Jus
Daily Vegetable
Baby Poached Vegetables and Lemon Oil

CLASSIC FAVORITES
Broiled Atlantic Salmon Filet
Roasted Airline Chicken Breast
Grilled New York Strip

YOUR SOMMELIER RECOMMENDS
White: Condrieu, M. Chapoutier "Invitare"Rhône Valley
$132.25
Red: Pinot Noir, Byron, Santa Maria Valley
$53.00
By the Glass
White: Pouilly Fuissé, Roux Père et Fils, Burgundy
$12.00
Red: Château Castera, Supérieur, Médoc
$9.75


Drinks:
COFFEE
Single Espresso
$3.00
Double Espresso
$4.00
Espresso Macchiato
$3.00
Cappuccino
$4.00
Caffè Latte
$4.00
Caffé Americano
$4.00
Caffé Mocha
$4.00
White Chocolate Mocha
$4.00
Caramel Macchiato
$4.00

LATE HARVEST & FORTIFIED WINES
Barton & Guestier, Sauternes,
France 2007 (750ml)
$7.00
Château Coutet, Barsac,
France 2004 (750ml)
$11.00
Far Niente, Dolce, Napa Valley,
California 2005 (375ml)
$20.00
Château Y'quem, Sauternes,
France (375ml)
$248.00


Dessert:
We are proud to present our Chef
Patissier's fabulous Dessert Menu
Gingersnap Basket
with Fresh Strawberries
and Mint Diplomat
Coconut Crème Brûlée,
Roasted Pineapple
and Curry Meringue
No Sugar Added
Guava Ice Parfait
with Exotic Fruits
Ice Cream
Vanilla, Chocolate, Rum-Raisin
or Cherry-Brandy
Guava Sorbet
Plain Low Fat Frozen Yogurt
Low Fat Frozen Yogurt Vanilla Lychee
No Sugar Added Vanilla Ice Cream

CORDIALS
Baileys Irish Cream
$7.00
B&B
$7.00
Drambuie
$7.00
Frangelico
$6.00
Sambuca
$7.00
Grand Marnier
$8.00
Extase XO
$12.00
Patron XO Cafe
$7.00

 

[bellanotte10]

aqua class looks GORGEOUS! i'm hoping the prices come down for you!

 

[TifffanyD]

Ohhhhhhhhhh for that long of a cruise the $900 might be worth it!!!

What is your price limit to upgrade to it?

 

[dgbg100106]

aqua class looks GORGEOUS! i'm hoping the prices come down for you!

Me too, I want to do it so bad,

 

[dgbg100106]

Ohhhhhhhhhh for that long of a cruise the $900 might be worth it!!!

What is your price limit to upgrade to it?

With the price we already paid and an additional $900 per person. Is a little much for me, I could do $500 a person...

 

[TifffanyD]

With the price we already paid and an additional $900 per person. Is a little much for me, I could do $500 a person...

siiiiiiiiiiiigh

 

[dgbg100106]

siiiiiiiiiiiigh

I want it.. doesnt it sound wonderful

 

[PrincessInOz]

You're really selling this cruise!

I hope the Aqua class room comes down in price for you.

 

[tiggrbaby]

Lovely pics of the two of you!

 

[TifffanyD]

I want it.. doesnt it sound wonderful

Yup... Love the restaurant

 

[dgbg100106]

You're really selling this cruise!

I hope the Aqua class room comes down in price for you.

I am so excited about this cruise... But only 26 days until my Feb cruise

 

[dgbg100106]

Lovely pics of the two of you!

Thanks so much!!

 

[dgbg100106]

So I have been looking at tours or things to do in Madrid our first stop on the trip in Nov/Dec...

Full Day Tour of Toledo and El Escorial – from Madrid NOV 20
Price: 99 Euros
Duration: Approx 8 hours
Itinerary:
- Personal pick-up at the start of the tour - from the hotel
- Drive to Toledo. Some of the famous sights we will see on this tour include the famous Cathedral, Church of St Tomé (with its famous masterpiece by El Greco); the Synagogue of Santa María la Blanca; the Museum of Victorio Macho and the Monastery of San Juan de los Reyes.
- Proceed to El Escorial to visit The Royal Monastery of San Lorenzo El Real built by King Philip the 2nd. The Renaissance complex combines a palace and monastery, and features a wonderful collection of art. We will tour the complex, including the Pantheon of Kings and basilica, and hear the history of Spain as we wander this great complex.
- Personal drop-off at the end of the tour - to the hotel




Avila and Segovia Full Day Tour - from Madrid NOV 21
Price: 99 Euros
Duration: Approx 8 hours
Itinerary:
- Personal pick-up at the start of the tour - from the hotel
- Drive to Avila. In Avila, you will discover the 88 towers, 9 gates, Romanesque-style churches, gothic palaces, and one fortified cathedral.
- Proceed to Segovia, a UNESCO World Heritage site, most famous for its incredible Aqueduct, a relic of the Roman Empire. We will have time for lunch in one of the many restaurants in the city after which we will explore the Alcazar, a stunning 11th century medieval castle set on a rocky outcrop and a favoured royal residence for many Spanish kings. The fairytale castle is said to be the inspiration for the famous Disney Castle...
- Personal drop-off at the end of the tour - to the hotel


I really don't know if I want to book a tour or just try to do this on our own, but I really like the idea of them picking us up and dropping us back off.

 

[usnuzuloose]

The upgrade would be wonderful if you could get it at the price you want. I love the itinerary. That restaurant looks great along with the food. Figures I would be looking at that while only having some yogurt for breakfast..

 

[t_daniels]

That restaurant...yum....

 

[PrincessInOz]

Brandi -Those days look great. I prefer to try things on my own; but that's me. Is that 99 euro's each?