Did We HATE Our Celebrity Beyond Infinite Veranda? Honest...
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 10 ม.ค. 2023
- When we booked our Celebrity Cruises Infinite Veranda Cabin, we weren't sure if we made a huge mistake! These balcony cabins might be the most controversial, with many people hating them. However, we had to try the Infinite Veranda cabin on our cruise on Celebrity Beyond, and judge for ourselves.
In this video we share a cruise cabin review of the Infinite Veranda on Celebrity Beyond cruise ship. We go over the pros and cons of this type of cruise ship cabin, and share if we like this cabin, and if we'd book it again.
If you're planning a cruise on one of Celebrity Cruises Edge class cruise ships, this video will help you decide on the best cabin for you.
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Stayed on the Celebrity Beyond same room as you's 6 weeks ago. Love the room. As for the mirror. We moved the chair and slid the table into the fridge. That gave us a full length mirror. We love the full view of the balcony.
We loved the inifinite veranda. No rust, more sound proof avoiding neighboring conversations. Loved room darkening shade.
So true, I didn’t think about the lack of rust, and general cleanliness
But we need to remember that the ships are new. The salt air will corrode the metal eventually.
Rust? I sail mainly on Disney and they keep their ships immaculate. I don't know why other cruise lines would let the verandahs rust.
How often was it locked? Part of the reason we always book a balcony room is that I’m extremely claustrophobic, so the idea of being unable to open the window gives me some anxiety…
@@itsme-vx6fg we were on a transatlantic cruise in the Edge. I only remember is being locked once or twice. Honestly when it was locked I wouldn’t have wanted it open. The weather was rough and there was a lot of ocean spray. You could still see everything really well though which was nice versus the traditional balcony.
We just finished our first cruise with Celebrity on The Ascent.. 12 nights of The best of Italy and Greece Cruise. We absolutely loved the Infinite Veranda.. added more livable space to our room. When we were anchored at Santorini Greece we opened the window and enjoyed the beautiful view sitting in the Veranda. Highly recommend!
I'd never seen this type of cabin before but it looks like a great idea to me. It gives you that opportunity to use the balcony space as interior space if you want to. Making the cabin feel more spacious. And you can still pull the window down if you want that "balcony feel". Really looks like the best of both worlds to me.
Avalon's River Cruise ships are all like this. PLUS, the bed faces the "veranda." Enjoy the view from the bed.
My wife & I have our 1st cruise coming up on The Beyond. There are so many negative videos on the infinite veranda we decided not to choose that level of cabin. I think your review was honestly well balanced between the pros & cons of this cabin choice. Your channel has been an unbelievably wonderful treasure trove of information for planning our trip. Love the channel!
I’m so glad it’s helpful! I know you’ll love the Beyond!
IMHO I think the sunroom works out best if the couch is by the veranda as in this statemoom rather than the bed being by the veranda.
You will love it unless you are very outdoorsy. We really liked the extra cabin space and the fabulous view. We never once closed the blind or the folding doors. On nice nights we left the window open and let the fantastic ocean sounds lull us to sleap.
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@@mikebilon8208 this is exactly why we got our room in that same order
I've never seen a balcony like this before, it looks absolutely perfect to me. I love the open feel it has, you are less open to any bad weather and the fact it has blind instead of curtains it a real plus. I love it!
This is an excellent analysis of the veranda (large window) vs. an actual outside balcony. I LOVED sitting on the balcony each morning with my room-service coffee, fruit, and muffin. Thus, balcony for me. You covered EVERY detail (including possible noise from others w/balcony).
I think I would totally prefer this over a traditional balcony. Thanks for the review!
So glad you enjoyed it!
Agree
I totally agree.
Agree ❤
Up until watching your review of the Infinite Veranda, I didn't think that I would like it. However, now I would like to try it. Thank you for sharing your thoughts on this cabin. Looking forward to more informative videos ☺️.
The cabin looks amazing. Glad you’re having a wonderful time!
I ❤ your videos…friendly, informative, concise. What more could we ask for! Brava!
Haven't stayed in one but I think I would absolutely love it! My first thought was that I loved the color scheme and how fresh & modern the cabin looks.
Good point - it’s very airy & modern, but still comfortable
Thanks for this review and insight. I’ve been intrigued ever since I saw one of those ships docked across from us a few months ago. I think hubby and I would like it, based on your video and review! Enjoy the rest of your cruise and thanks for taking the time to do this!
Good impartial review! When those blinds were down it gave us the feeling of being inside a storage unit! We thought we’d like it but we wouldn’t do it again.
The thing I like the most about balcony cabins is the fresh air which seems limited with just the window. But I'd be willing to try it. Thanks for the review.
I've never gone on rhis cruise line, but this video convinced me to get a cabin with the infinite vetanda on this ship. I love the fact that you get all the perks of a balcony that you can still enjoy even with bad weather. I also like that you can't hear your neighbors while enjoying the view.
I would actually love this. It does feel like an indoor/outdoor room. You get the wonderful fresh air but the privacy of a regular room.
Thank you for this review. I read so many negative reviews and was worried we made a mistake booking this room in July. Now I am excited to go!
Absolutely loved the infinite veranda cabin, so much more space created with that design. ❤
Thank you for this very thorough and fair review! We still don’t feel like we’d enjoy an infinite verandah cabin, but we feel like we have a much more nuanced and balanced view of it after hearing from you.
I love the idea of that blind for privacy and sound. Looks great to me. I’d book this cabin!
Very helpful! Changed my opinion based on other very negative reviews. I now see that the pluses -particularly privacy and the picture window vista - outweigh the negatives for me.
Glad it was helpful!
I’m so pleased you’re on the Beyond! My first ever cruise after having my first -booked 2020 - cancelled and I can’t wait to return. I like the wind in my hair of a traditional balcony, but the privacy and bringing the outdoors in, is definitely trumped by the infinity cabins.. safe sailing xx
I am very intrigued by your review! We will definitely consider this when booking next time 🙂
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I am going on the Edge for a transatlantic cruise in April. I really didn’t think I would like this type of veranda, but you explained it extremely well. Now I’m looking forward to the experience. To be able to look at the sea in a comfortable setting would be wonderful. And if the weather is good I can get that great ocean air.
You have put me at ease!! Thanks so much!!!
Thank you Alana for your balanced review. You mention some features that have not come up in other reviews. I have booked an infinite veranda cabin on Celebrity Edge for a 19 day voyage from Honolulu to Sydney in October 2024. I booked it without looking at any reviews, because it reminded me of the cabin I had on a river cruise of the Avalon Vista some years ago. I loved the openness and floor to ceiling views from that cabin and I expect I will enjoy them on the Edge as well.
Just booked a cruise with the Infinite Veranda. Thank you for the video! Now I’m even more excited! Looking forward to watching more of your video’s regarding Celebrity Beyond!
Thank you for this info. We have an infinite veranda cabin booked on the Celebrity Apex in March and we have also been a little concerned after seeing so many negative reviews but now that we’ve watched your video we feel much better and feel we will enjoy it too.
Thanks for this review! I had only seen the negative reviews and thought I wouldn't like the veranda cabin, but after seeing your review, I have changed my mind and would like to try it :)
Just about to book this type of cabin on Edge….was worried by all the negative reviews, but you’ve put my mind at rest, thank you 😀
Thank you for doing this video and providing all the deets!! I was curious about this cabin type, but one couldn't possibly know all the particulars that you explained. I would soooo book an Infinite Veranda cabin, in a heartbeat - thanks to you!! Well done!!
I love your videos so much! This one convinced me that this cabin is perfect for me. I couldn't really tell much about the Veranda from the Celebrity site, but this answered my questions.
Thank you very much for your review. We need more pro/con reviews. Because of your video, my wife now has had a good view of the cabin that I was hoping to book.
I have recently been looking at a cruise with the infinite veranda cabins. Hope to try one in the future. I think they have many more pros than cons! Thanks for your review of this cabin!
Thank you for that excellent review. We have an upcoming cruise on the Beyond and we feel much more comfortable with the Infinite Veranda cabin choice.
Thank you so much! You've explained this room better than any other video I've seen. I have booked this cruise line and this kind of room. I did not know any of the perks you get with the app. So informative and I'm still looking forward to this cruise. I love the balcony on this ship. Great job!
We sailed on the Celebrity Edge in 2021. We weren't show how we would feel about the infinite veranda but ended up loving it. We were on port side and there were a times during the day we had to lower the blinds somewhat to keep the heat out. We absolutely loved the cabin and could not believe the great amount of storage in the room. We look forward to booking a cruise on the Celebrity Beyond.
Thank you for the review. I have heard so many negatives about the infinite veranda and i gave one booked on beyond in November. Great review points. Thank you!
I've never been on a cruise with this cabin but I think I would love it! The picture window aesthetic is to die for. I would book it!
My husband and I cruised on the Celerity Edge and really loved our infinite veranda. Felt so roomy in the cabin. Would book same cabin again one day. Thanks for your review. Glad you are enjoying your cruise.
We stayed in the INFINITE veranda on the Beyond in November was hesitant but loved it. No noise from outside when docked and able to sit relax during a rain storm and just watch without blowing winds and sea spray
Sounds awesome. Love the privacy with this option!
What a gorgeous cabin! I'm not sure what I think about this type of veranda...it's intriguing. Enjoy the rest of your holiday!
Wow! You definitely have swayed my view on the infinite veranda! I think I’m all in on them. Thanks so much for posting this. My dream cruise is Celebrity edge class and great to know there are less expensive options than the traditional balcony.
Your reviews are so great! We booked this type of room on the Ascent in December 2024. It’s my 1st cruise and I’m so excited. Looks like we will have an amazing time. 🎉
I think I would love it. I’m relieved to get a good look and review. Thanks!🎉❤
I think I would love it! The view can't be beat! And Celebrity is on my bucket list!
LOVE LOVE LOVE
the Infinity Veranda 🫶🏻
Thanks for sharing 🎉
Love the shade too!😊 Thanks for sharing this video. 😍
3:29 One thing I enjoy about a traditional balcony is that I can stand at the rail and look down the side of the ship to see the bridge, and more importantly, to get a 180-degree view of the port and its surroundings as we sail away. With the top window open, can one still lean forward on the divider to see down the side of the ship (forward and aft)? I've enjoyed watching the pilot come onto or off the ship if that occurs on our side of the ship. I feel like I'd miss a lot of normal sights with the IV setup. We have booked the Beyond, but went with a traditional balcony (one of the 18 or so on the ship!). I think the AC issues would be a deal breaker for me.
A great review! The new balcony design has been a concern of mine!
we sailed on the Edge in an infinite veranda cabin in november 2022 - we were surprised that we did not hate it! while we still prefer the traditional balcony, we really enjoyed our stateroom on the Edge and will likely book in one again on a future cruise. the stateroom itself was quite spacious with lots of storage, and we loved the different lighting options.
Lol, love your comment
We booked this style for next year so I’m glad to understand more about it. Thanks. I think I’ll love it too.
Thank you for your review Ilana, I would like to try the infinite veranda. It looks lovely! I feel like it really brings the ocean inside!
We were on the Apex this summer in the Baltic and really enjoyed the infinite verandah. The weather was cooler at times such that it would not have otherwise been conducive to sitting out on a traditional balcony. With the infinite balcony, we could sit and feel like we were on a traditional balcony but without it being cool. We also found that it was great to have the added space as "part of the room." We would book an IV room again.
I think we would love it. It looks wonderful.
Been on the beyond twice with this balcony great ship amazing don’t get put off with negative revues A+
Hi llana 😊 looks wonderful, thanks for the video, enjoy your cruise 🚢
Great review, thanks!
The veranda stateroom looks fine to me.
I think I would love it. I love the openness and the modern look.
Had 2 previous stays in an infinite cabin on edge class ships and just about to go on a third, love it 👌👌👌
We chose the infinite veranda on the Edge and absolutely loved it, and we were in the Caribbean. It adds so much space to your room. We also have this type of room and veranda for a future booking on the Beyond. I would absolutely book a regular balcony on the Edge class ships, but I do think this is something you should try once. The light and the space just make it so lovely.
Thanks for sharing!!
The phone controlled window shading is awsome!🥰😀
I agree with you. Maybe it is you that makes the cabin look better......
Love your show
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Love the infinite balcony concept, believe Icon will be offering this kind of room as well.
I'd like the electronic windows and blinds noise or no noise. Curtains are filthy to touch. So electric blinds are great.
I would love that cabin!!! It looks amazing!! So much privacy 🎉
Looks absolutely perfect to me. So many pros, not enough cons. Getting ready to sail on Harmony of the Seas with a regular balcony. Wish this was an option. Oh well, I'm sure we'll be happy with our room. By the way, I haven't sailed for a while and my husband has never been on a cruise. You are the only blogger I'm watching to bring me up to speed. Checked out several. Most couldn't hold a candle to you. Thanks for all your help. I'll let you know how it goes!
We loved this room in every way on the Epic!
We did a traditional veranda but in a S1 Sky Suite. This has a traditional veranda with all of the technology of the phone app. If you like the best of both worlds, that is the way to go but not in everyone's budget. Great review!
I’m so excited for my Alaska cruise in September! My friend and I booked a veranda cabin on the Celebrity Edge, and I think it looks amazing! Thanks for your review!
Another great video, Ilana! We did Apex twice in Europe and we've decided that we like a "real" balcony over the "sliding window" that is the Infinite Window. We will be sticking with Solstice or Millennium class for now. We also had reliability issues with our infinite window as the shade had "racked" and the window wouldn't go down reliably. To us, Aquaclass in a conventional cabin > Edge class infinite window. That said, we love Eden and Rooftop Garden Grill.
Book a sunset veranda on the edge class ships then you get the best of both worlds. All that the edge class has to offer with the traditional balcony of the other class of ships.
We were on the Beyond for Thanksgiving last year and had a great time. We did stay in an Infinite Veranda on the Apex in 2021 but weren't huge fans. Enjoy your cruise!
We recently sailed on the Celebrity Edge to Alaska and absolutely LOVED our infinite veranda.
Some river cruise ships have this feature in their stateroom since there are no balconies. It's even grander because it's the width of the room. The idea of being able to fall asleep to ocean sounds is more appealing to me that a balcony. Thanks so much for the review.
Loved everything about our veranda on the Edge!
So glad to get your good opinion. As you said, so many negative reviews. We sale in September, can’t wait.
You did a wonderful job sharing about this type of cabin. I would love it and wished it was in my future plans.
Thank you for this video, very informative. We have this room/balcony type on our cruise on Celebrity Edge from Australia to New Zealand in March 2024, can't wait!
Hi Llana, thx for the video, very informative. We will be sailing on the Celebrity Edge next week. We booked an infinite veranda. Can’t wait to try it. We don’t believe the “cons” will bother us. In any case we are very excited 😊. It will be our very first cruise on Celebrity. We watched many of your videos and learned a lot about cruising thanks to you !!
Appreciate your pros and cons, very helpful video
We sailed on her sister ship the Apex last year and we loved the infinity veranda. However we did miss the capability of joining balconies with or fellow travelers! Your review was spot on, however there were other aspects of the cabin which we found less desirable such as the chopped up closet spaces. In any event we had a great time aboard sailing Northern Europe.
Just got off the Apex and had an infinite veranda… loved it. Loved the extra space and the sound proofing from neighbors… however a couple times I came back to the room and the room steward left the blind raised and it ended up getting pretty warm in the room and took a while to cool back down.. We had some rough weather so it was locked often so I did miss being able to walk outside and just see and experience the waves and hearing them crash against the ship….
I was wondering if and how they lock the window in rough seas and cleaning days!
I agree. I would be very uncomfortable with the window being locked.
We had a rough crossing of the Tasman on our cruise. My partner had COVID, but he was okay with the isolation because he could go out onto the cabin. It would have been unbearable for him if the window was locked.
Thanks so much for sharing the pros & cons. 😊🚢
Happy cruising Iiana. I been waiting for this video. I ❤am so so happy that you love this infinite veranda cabin. The first time I heard of this type cabin I wanted to have it in my cabin then I got disappointed that so many reviews were coming in so negative about this type cabin. I booked it anyway and will be on the Celebrity Edge next month. I am so excited to have 10 nights at sea in this type cabin. I was clapping as I watched this video and so thrilled that you and your husband love it. I thrilled to see I can control the room controls from my cell. Thank you for this video and enjoy your cruise. 🧡💛💚💙💜❤️🤎🤍
Finally a more reasonable video about the Infinite Veranda. I actually prefer it over a traditional balcony.
We sailed on the Celebrity Edge last August/September and loved our Infinite Veranda Cabin. I like how much bigger the stateroom feels by opening the glass doors. We will be on the Apex in June and we can't wait!!!!
Best sleep I ever had on an exterior room because of those blinds! I loved the extra internal space.
You have presented an excellent review of the infinite veranda. I have been on the Edge twice and Apex once. First time on the Edge was with the infinite veranda. My other two sailings had traditional balconies which are my personal preference. I enjoy sitting outdoors (in good weather) and often talking with the neighbors on the balcony. I found the furniture low on the infinite veranda and having breakfast there cumbersome. All in all these are preferences. The Edge class ships are beautiful. I look forward to sailing the Beyond sometime in the future.
Loved the Infinite Veranda on the Beyond and the Apex. You made a great choice!
amazing coverage for privacy! OMG we love that
We were on Beyond last September with another couple and did not want to book the infinite balcony cabins. We opted and booked two sunset balconies on deck 8. The cabins were very spacious. The balcony was provided with a full recling sun lounger, table, and chair. Worth the small extra cost.
I loved my infinite veranda cabin! It gives you the feeling of a larger cabin!!
There are certainly worse rooms on a cruise ship. The room was not BAD. (I was in one on the Celebrity Apex.) But I missed having an actual, separate balcony. My biggest gripe was that you couldn't feel a breeze at all when you were sitting by the window. Also, I'm short, and my line of sight was right into the crossbar when I looked out from my chair.
I don't like that there is only two little chairs and it looks so squashed. I have also heard of people having electronic issues with the automation of the sliding window, the closing of the blind etc. If the automation fails what do you have......an oceanview cabin.
That cabin is absolutely gorgeous. I would feel very blessed to be able to stay there on a vacation.
Thanks for this post - changed my mind on this room. I didn’t thing the windows would open!
Just went on the Beyond and loved it. We did the retreat and it was amazing. The food, martini bar, staff, and entertainment was great! There is a full length mirror behind the desk. Push the desk in and turn on the light. You’ll have a full length mirror with lighting. Btw love your content.😊
What a great review. We have done several Celebrity cruises. We would definitely give this type cabin a try.
We were on the EDGE and had inifinite veranda and loved it!
We have stayed in one and it wasn't really for us. Great review and you brought up positives that I had not considered. Beyond is a wonderful ship, sailed in a Sunset veranda and loved it! Thx!