Celebrity Beyond Infinite Balcony - Find out why we would NEVER ever book this type of cabin again!
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 30 ก.ค. 2022
- Celebrity Beyond is one of the Edge Class ships that have over 1000 infinity balcony cabins.
Celebrity seemed to have pinned all their hopes on this new type of cabin or is it just a big mistake?!
We will never book one of these cabins again and in this video we explain why!
We cruised on the Celebrity Beyond in July 2022
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I think the confusion Celebrity did was to call this featured cabin an infinite balcony instead of an infinite oceanview because that is what it is.
Exactly!
Couldn't agree more what a mistake they have made on five of their ships and I have sealed celebrity 133 times it's just a joke
It is appropriately named not sure what you’re trying to get at
We just got off the Beyond 2 weeks ago. We had an Infinite Veranda and really liked it. I can totally understand how people who are used to the traditional balcony don't like it and I was a little nervous after reading/watching reviews. But we would book this type of cabin again without any hesitation. It made the cabin feel larger, we were able to keep the shade up and have a full floor to ceiling view of the ocean while we were waking up, getting ready, just chilling out, etc. We never had any issues with the shade or the window and it was never locked by the captain. While it did turn off the AC when open (even with the bifold doors closed), once closed, the room cooled off again quickly. We were in the Caribbean where temperatures were in the 80s. I do not like being hot inside and I never had an issue with it.
Yes totally get it worked for you and others love them. For us, we prefer a traditional balcony!
We went on the Edge when it was 1 month old. We found that we hardly ever used the new designed balcony. Though leaving the shade doors open and the blinds down extended the room. However, we found 2 additional problems! 1) there was a damage from a previous occupant who damaged the electric shade. This damage allowed sun light to come through the shade at that spot. 2) Every morning I was awakened to the noise of the next cabin opening their electric shade early in the morning around sunrise. It had become like a morning rooster since that electric motor sound was always was right after sunrise.
Oh no, definitely don't need a rooster wake up call when your cruising! 🙄
@@PaulandCaroleLovetoTravel Oh, the horror.
My wife said nope can't do a so called balcony window
No definitely not for us either!
Thank you for your video! I was on the Beyond in late May early June and we absolutely loved the Infinite Balcony! We had the doors open the whole cruise and the window down all day/night long. We are Aussies so we're more used to warm temps. We found the whole ship to be cold so we were delighted to go back to our room with the fresh air and 'real' temperature of early summer. LOVED THE BEYOND! Can't wait to get back on an Edge class again soon.
Sounds it suited you well! Agree the Edge Class is fabulous, definitely will cruise on this type of ship again!
I am going in 5 weeks and this is exactly what I will do.
Thank you so much for your honest review. This confirms all the concerns we’ve had about the infinite balconies. We wouldn’t enjoy this at all. We want to try the Celebrity Edge Class ships, but we’d be very disappointed with one of these cabins. Thank you for saving us lots of money and disappointment!
No problem, glad it has been helpful! The ship is amazing so next time we will book a sunset balcony 😍
We’ll still try edge class someday, we’ll just book early enough to snag a traditional balcony!
@@chadandmatthewcruise hey Matt! Totally understand your concern. If you want a "traditional balcony" look at getting a deluxe porthole balcony (massive porthole, I would stand in the whole opening so dont be dismissed by the word porthole. These are going to be at the very front or back of the ship tho. Or you can get a sunset verandah which is an amazing amazing cabin
I have asthma and I needed the traditional balcony for the fresh air. I did not know what an infinity balcony was. I would never have booked this type of room for more money. Just got off the ship yesterday and i tested positive for Covid. No fresh air contributed to this condition. I do not think I will take another cruise.
Our experience with the infinity cabin is we liked the always view of the ocean. We never closed the blinds or doors.
Our conclusion is we prefer the infinity in cooler climates like the Baltic and North Sea but regular balconies in warmer climates like the Caribbean or the Mediterranean.
I can see that, we just didn’t like the fact the you can’t control things
“A good balcony is a good lean.”
Indeed you are spot on 🇬🇧
Yes, and sadly for me that wasn't an option!
Pointing out the balcony window is totaling informative! Nice to know the nuances and issues, Thanks for another great view!
Your welcome, glad it is helpful! 😃
Thank you so much for this honest and thorough review. I love how you explain in detail and demonstrate precisely why you do not care for the infinite balcony. I can see how some people might enjoy it but I believe it is probably not for me based on what I saw in your review. I will definitely seek out a more traditional balcony if I ever sail on a newer Edge class ship.
No problem Margaret, glad it was useful!
My first cruise was in a balcony room. Each subsequent cruise was in a balcony room. I can't go down. Thanks for the review.
Once you have had it, definitely hard to go back!
I love “Paul has a Moan”. These segments should get their own videos 😂
Lol may have to do that! 🤣🤣
Excellent and thorough review! Thank you so much Paul & Carole 💗💗
Thanks Sheri! Appreciate you watching! 😍
Absolutely loved the infinite balcony. Would book it again. Point taken about the noise, but opening up the door on a standard balcony wakes up the other person in the room. Never closed the doors and often slept with the window open. Was wonderful. Loved it.
Glad you enjoyed it!
Thanks Paul and Carole, Paul your definitely not always moaning, your just been honest, and that's what we want. This cabin is not for me at all.so will never book one, you cant beat sitting outside on your balcony sipping coffee while your other half sleeps as you sail into a new port.
Exactly, that's why a traditional balcony will always be our choice next time!
When we went on the Celebrity Flora, we had a regular balcony while many of the other guests had an infinite balcony, which was more expensive. Those who had the infinite balcony complained endlessly about the half window. Glad we didn't pop for the infinite balcony.
They definitely split opinions! Glad you had a regular one. We would never book one again!
Loved the review, I got upgraded to one of these cabins from an inside on the same cruise your on. I’m a single cruiser so plenty of room for 1 person hahaha. I have to agree about the “balcony”, I prefer the traditional type but it wouldn’t stop me booking the Beyond again if that was the only option. I loved the fact that you can control the blinds from the app on your phone so can lift the blind while still in bed !!
Yes that was a great feature on your phone!
So glad you posted this! I totally agree with Paul - it is a glorified ocean view! And Carole, I love the wind in my hair as well❤
Lol thanks! 😃
Just two points - the door opening outwards is a safety measure. You find it in most shops. If it's necessary to evacuate the room in a hurry it's quicker and saves fighting with the door.
The airconditiong cuts out when you open the window to save energy.
We have cruised 50 times now and most have opened inwards, thats why we thought it was strange!
I get what you’re r saying, but wouldnt it then be a hazard for those in the hallway in an emergency?
Thanks bunches! So very helpful and can't wait to check out your next video(as I start watching the others that you have already posted). I will be sailing on the Beyond later this year.
Glad it was helpful! 😃
That was an excellent and balanced cabin review. Thank you for that. I’ve been on a few cruises but nothing in the last 10 years but will be embarking Marella Discovery 2 in October. Happy cruising guys.
Thanks! Have fun on Discovery!
I had an infinite balcony on the Edge and hated it. For just the same reasons you mentioned. I will never book it again. Wish I had seen your video before I booked.
great video, thanks for sharing :) I totally love the look of this cabin :) I think it's stunning :) such a shame that you guys weren't happy with it. hope you both had an amazing cruise :)
We did have an amazing cruise, just wouldn't pick this type again. Some people loved them. Thankfully we are all different!
Thanks for the review, quite a contraption with lots of electronic gadgetry to go wrong! Glad you enjoyed the ship and look forward to the future videos
We loved the ship....just not the cabin! 🤣
Thanks so much for a honest and informative review the noise of the blind and window would be a deal breaker for me too. Glad you enjoyed the ship can’t wait for the vlogs
We loved the ship, would definitely do another Edge Class!
Thank you for a thorough review of the cabin. I enjoy your videos and will mention your channel to all my travelling friends.
Glad you enjoyed it! Please do 😀
You two are too cute! We are booked into an Infinite Balcony on Beyond in January. I do like the cabin and bathroom and the sliding top on the vanity and the ability to 'extend' the room with leaving the sliding doors opened. I realize that having the glass up so high and being enclosed will certainly be a different feeling so it was good to hear your review. I appreciate your honesty and your humour!!
Thanks! We loved a lot of the cabin, just not all of it! 🤣 Beyond is a great ship, sure you will have a great time!
I’m on the Beyond now and we LOVE it! More room in the cabin and if it’s not great weather we close the window and still enjoy the view. On the edge class we will always get this room type!
Oh fabulous wish we were! Yes that cabin is great for a lot of passengers. Enjoy the rest of your cruise!
First time viewer, brand new subscriber, and I just think you guys are fabulous. God bless you, yours and all your viewers with a beautiful rest of the day and year! ❤️🕊
Thank you so much! 😁
Very interesting and kind of what I expected about the balcony. I'm impressed you keep your cabin so tidy!
Lol! 🤣🤣🤣
I absolutely love the look of the room, but when we cruised to Alaska last time , we had a balcony and to sit outside looking at the ice bergs was a memory we will never forget. Totally understand your reaction, I’m so grateful to you both because I was really thinking of booking one next time ( not now though) 🛳️❤️🇨🇦🇬🇧🇺🇸🏳️🌈🇺🇦
Yes totally agree, a balcony for Alaska is an absolute must, glad we could help in making your decision 😊
Such a good honest review. Really like that you wait until after using the room for a good while before you document likes/dislikes. Was curious about the infinite balcony but would be a hard no after seeing this and will go for standard balcony. Thanks!
Thank you! We always do that as how can you review a room you haven't slept in! Thanks for watching!
Very helpful. You gave good, clear explanations. I subscribed. TY.
Glad you found it helpful and thanks so much for subscribing! 😃
We really enjoyed our infinite balcony and would do it again. We were on a late summer cruise and temperatures were generally 22/25 degrees C. We loved the extra space and left the French doors open all the time.
Also the desk sliding away gives you access to the full length mirror.
Can see how it works for some. The desk is a great idea!
Most cruise staterooms have a full-length you can see without moving a desk out of the way!
Thanks for your thorough review. Always had my doubts about these infinite balconies but never had such a detailed review until yours. The wardrobe space would be a concern for us too. Thanks again
No problem glad it was helpful!
You confirmed our fears about the infinity cabin. Need to tread carefully when the time comes to book an infinity class cruise. Many thanks as always 🙏👍
No problem, glad it was helpful!
This ship, The Beyond, is an Edge Class ship, FYI
@@chriswilliams6568 Thank you for correcting me. I knew it’s the edge class, must concentrate better.
Thanks so much for a very enjoyable video. I love all your honest insights.
No problem, thanks for watching!
Thank You for the video explaining the infinity balcony...I had a suspicion I wouldnt like it and you confirmed it. I'm anxious to see the Beyond..it looks spectacular...Thanks again and Greetings from NYC!
Hello NYC! Your welcome, despite the cabin the ship was amazing! 😍
We were on the Apex a few weeks ago on a Baltic Cruise. It was quite cool with temps only reaching daily highs of 19 or 20 Celsius. We really enjoyed our infinite balcony as we would not have been able to use a traditional balcony otherwise with it being so cool. The infinite balcony really gave us extra room space. When it was warm enough we were able to put the top part of the window down. We would definitely book a infinite balcony again especially if we are travelling in cooler weather or in northern Europe.
Yes can see it could work for colder climates 😃
@@PaulandCaroleLovetoTravel absolutely. 12 days in May cruising the British Aisles. Our daughter had one of these rooms and loved it. To be fair, we enjoyed our Sky Suite regular balcony.
We've cruised on the Edge, Apex and Beyond and also enjoyed how the infinite balcony expanded the room space.
I always love your honest reviews. I have to agree I don't think that cabin would work for me for all the reasons you have given.
- I like your honesty
- thank you
Thanks David! For us it didn't work but for some it may. We hope our videos enable others to make the right decision for them. 😃
Exactly! No fresh air, wind, etc. My #1 thing to do on a cruise is sit on the balcony at any time of the day and just enjoy looking out - so peaceful. I will not be booking this room, thank you so much for the detailed video.
Your welcome thanks for watching! 😃
Great job! Best review I've seen of Infinite balcony! Thanks! Sara
Thank you appreciate that!
I absolutely agree with you guys about the infinite veranda stateroom. It's essentially a glorified ocean view cabin. Although it's aesthetically pleasing, this in my opinion is a design flaw. Once these ships get some age on them and the motors for the blinds and windows start malfunctioning, you will have some very unhappy passengers. I can't imagine the cost Celebrity would incur to retrofit all these rooms to standard balconies.
Good point, will be interesting to see what happens when the ships get older!
We sailed on her last week and had a wonderful time. We've also sailed on the Edge and Apex - in infinite veranda cabins each time. We agree with your assessment of the bed (quite comfy) and the need for more floor space in the closet. Also the situation with the bathroom faucet being too close to the mirror. We normally book traditional balcony staterooms on other cruise lines, but are OK with the infinite verandas on the Edge class ships. Hope to meet you both at sea one day. Keep cruising!
Thanks for watching! 😃
What a joy to have found your video, which was both informative and entertaining, Thank you so much! We watched it together and kept saying, “They’re us!” 😀 Wishing you continued happy and safe travels.
Lol thanks Barbara! 😍
Thank you; we have been wondering about the infinite balcony and like you, Carole, I get up earlier than the husband and often like to watch the dawn or see us come into port from the balcony. If it's that noisy, I wouldn't get away with it!
Lol it is a problem! 🤣
Wow! This is very useful information as all I have heard is praise for these cabins. We had even thought of the Edge class for our next cruise. My husband and I also like to take time in the early am with a cup of coffee on the balcony while the other sleeps in and if I was trying to sleep in and he made that ruckus opening up the balcony, well, let's say I would not be pleased.
Glad you found it helpful. We loved the ship just would book a conventional cabin next time, need to do thatt early as there isn't many!
FYI, there are traditional balconies on these ships.
I completely agree with your "moans"! :) My husband and I were on the Celebrity Edge before the pandemic and wouldn't want the Infinite balcony again for the same reasons as you. He likes to take an afternoon nap during which I'll read out on the balcony. Just couldn't do it. The black out screen was great for sleep, but after a couple of days we had to leave the bottom open a few inches, because we were sleeping in too long!!😃 The extra space wasn't really worth it for us.
Yes frustrating, definitely not for us!
Thanks for the review! We were thinking about cruising on Beyond and getting this room. The infinite balcony looked so cool but you brought up a few things to consider.
For us it didn't work but some passengers love them!
I was about to book my Celebrity Beyond cruise for 12/23. I was going to get an infinite balcony, but after watching your review, I agreed with all your comments. Thanks for saving me!
No problem, they do have some regular balconies to the back which we will book next time!
Congratulations on 11K 🥳🥳🥳🥳🥳🥳🥳🥳🥳🥳
Thank you 😊
I stayed in 3 different types of cabins- Aqua Class, Concierge Class, and Infinity Balcony- on Beyond for 28 days in total and enjoyed all of them. Not much to complain at all since everything was new and clean !
Was Aqua and Concierge Class worth the extra cost?
Does concierge class give you access to the retreat? And does concierge have a proper balcony?
You do not get access to Retreat. I did not have a regular balcony. But I thought the room was great. I’d love to know what someone else paid. I was single and it was $12,000
We cruised last month in the veranda cabin. Absolutely loved it!! The room was bigger, we opened the window when we wanted to, especially in the evening and morning. We will always enjoy having this cabin!!❤️❤️
Great review! I happened upon it by accident. I'm due to travel on Beyond in November 2023 in an Infinity Disabled Cabin on deck 8. It will also be a 9 day cruise. I'm now contemplating asking my travel agent to move me to a regular balcony cabin after watching this.
It didn't suit us but does suits others. There are very few conventional balconies so would definitely discuss sooner rather than later if you were thinking of changing.
Thank you for the detailed review! Your review helped paint a clear picture of the infinite balcony.
No problem, glad it was helpful!
Excellent cabin review, I love your honesty. I just question why they would bother designing such a balcony. It looks similar to some river cruise videos I've seen. This particular cabin definitely wouldn't suit me, I'd hate the noisy faffing about. I agree with Paul that it's more a glorified ocean view. Thank you!
Thanks Angela! Yes it is exactly that, a posh outside with a window that opens. Good comparison to river cruising. 😃
Weird
Actually, from an engineering standpoint, it's extremely difficult. The entire superstructure of the ship had to be designed with these Infinite Verandas in mind. I love them, but each to their own. Though it would have definitely been far easier (and cheaper!) for Celebrity to have designed the Edge class with standard balconies over this one.
Good idea. Post cabin tour later. Thx.
Yes you need to get to know it before you have a true opinion 😃
I just got off the Beyond and I absolutely loved the new balcony. I like to read at night and since my husband goes to bed earlier than me, I could close the veranda doors and sit in the balcony and read. Weather permitting, I would also have the window open.
That's great to hear, does suit some. Sadly wasn't for us 😀
On the Beyond in May. Loved the balcony. Loved the bathroom. Room was just beautiful and our cabin steward was fabulous, as were the other crew onboard. I agree with one comment that the ship felt cold and I found this to be the case in Cafe al Baccioin particular, where I wore a cardigan. The rooms are fab and so is the ship.
Agree the ship is brilliant and the crew were amazing, we will definitely cruise on an Edge Class ship again. Can see that some people love this cabin, but for us it just didn't work. 😃
Paul & Carol, your remarks are excellent!!!!
Thanks! 😃
Thanks for this, think I'd agree , a balcony is much better, great info.
Thanks, just didn't work for us! Would love to cruise on this ship again but would definitely book a sunset balcony next time!
As always, an informative and entertaining vlog. Did you visit any speciality restaurants and will you posting more videos from Beyond? Your tips and advice would be most welcome. Thanks.
Thanks! We are in the process of editing some reviews videos of Celebrity Beyond hopefully out by the end of the month!
Thank you so much for the honest review. You have interesting points regarding the infinite cabin.
Thanks for watching!
We like this category because it gives us more room when you open the doors. We almost never just sit on a balcony so this is a big plus for us. We share your opinion with it's higher cost.
Totally get that, it certainly does make the room bigger. 😃
It’s great that some people like it otherwise getting a sunset verandah could become impossible
Thank you! Everything else in the cabin could be stellar - but this Infinity "balcony" is a major deal breaker. Not a balcony, but a cube with a window in front.
Lol yes a cube, good description!
Love it. Makes the room look bigger and way more light in the cabin!
But it’s still not a balcony cabin. 🤔
Great vlog guys very honest review very helpful
Thanks glad it was useful!
I have been on both (IV and Sky Suite on the APEX ) and to be honest if your on a cabin with a Balcony you have glass behind you (sliding door) walls on either side to the next cabins and the deck above you for the most part . so the only open part is the open area above the balcony. And yes the AC goes off when you open the window . but I have to tell you that on a cool night in the Greek islands leaving the window open was fantastic listening to the waves. but the AC goes off if you leave the sliding glass door open in a balcony room. it does make the cabin bigger and gives it an more open room feel .
Yes understand that. Love listening to the waves! 😍
Thanks for the information - this has re-enforced my thoughts on not booking one of this type. I am short like Carole and have problems with a normal balcony rail being in my eye line and also like to feel the wind in my face/hair. Glad my next cruise is on Celebrity Eclipse with "normal" balconies. Cheers!
Thanks! Have fun on the Eclipse!
Having just returned from a South Pacific cruise on Carnival Splendor, I would have swapped for your balcony in a heartbeat and I was in a suite! The constant sound of wind and ocean whining through the gap in my balcony door was relentless.
Oh wow!
Totally agree with your points on infinity balcony .Thats why we booked a deluxe Oceanview on Edge .I think a sunset balcony is the closest to a traditional balcony unfortunately they are out of our price range . However the deluxe ocean-view look very spacious and affordable.
Yes sunset are the closet to a traditional balcony! Love the Edge Class, will definitely book again at some point!
Window contraption apart, I felt the cabin looked pretty ordinary. And USB (X2) on just one side of the bed!! What's that about? That alone would really annoy me.
It seems cruise companies who attempt the extended space thing seem to be getting it wrong. I personally think this cabin needs re classifying and pricing accordingly. On the plus side, you know for next time and have saved a lot of people having a similar experience, so well done. Can't wait to see the ship tour I've heard great things 👍💕 Vik
Thanks Vik it has lots of good things but sadly didn't work for us!
While some may consider the negatives to be minor, I would offer that regardless, if I have spent my hard earned money for this I hope and would like it to be enjoyable in every way possible. Granted, we know there will always be something that isn’t what we hoped for but I appreciate your honest review. And although I have not stayed in the infinite balcony cabin, seeing your video let’s me know I would not be happy! Thank you!!! - Lynn
Lol thanks Lynne, some it will suit, but not for us!
Great honest review.Thanks 👍
No problem, thanks for watching 😊
Thx for this review. You bring up some really good points. I initially couldnt think of any negatives. I'm looking at this type room on the Apex next summer to Iceland/Ireland, and envision being able to sit in the sun with the window up (or down) to read/relax since it will be cool out. I suspect for a warmer climate I'd prefer a real balcony but for the cooler can see some benefits for extending the space and having a warm nook to read in.
We think this cabin could work in colder climates as the views in the warm cabin will be fabulous!
I agree with you. This is a strange balcony and I would have been disappointed as well. I think the sink is the size it is for hand washing things, but there's no place to hang the washed garments. Hmmm...Thank you for this video.
No problem thanks for watching! 😃
Your points re: the noise here are SO valid - I'd be ready to kill someone if I was sleeping and they started battering around trying to open everything - seems way more of a faff than just being able to slide open the door...
Out of curiosity (apologies if you covered in the video and I wasn't listening...!) - was this room much cheaper than the standard balcony option?
Other than that though, looks like a great wee room!
Thanks! No similar price which is interesting!
@@PaulandCaroleLovetoTravel wow - will be very interested to see if that price point is maintained…
Yes exactly!
Good information! Thank you.
Your welcome!
Thanks for this , really comprehensive review that has helped us a lot in decision making.
Your welcome!
My husband and I went on the Apex last year and we loved everything about. Although I must agree with you guys on the bathroom sink. We are actually leaving in 4 weeks to board the Beyond. Super excited to experience this new beauty. ❤️
Thanks! Have a fab time on Beyond!
Thanks for the review. I agree that an infinite balcony is a glorified Ocean View cabin with a window that opens! A Sunset Balcony seems a good option but many are overlooked. Is this the case on Celebrity Beyond?
The Sunset balconies looked great. They are overlooking at the outer edge but looked like they had some privacy. 😃
Thank you very much. Very helpful
Your welcome thanks for watching!
Thank you so much for this video… It helps me a lot as we are considering booking the beyond very soon… Great video
Glad it was helpful!
of course there is a railing, there would be on a regular balcony, and laws prevent a lower railing as it is not safe. It all looks great to me. Except for the noises, as you mentioned. It is nice to have the extra space to increase the size of your stateroom. Those doors are called bi-fold doors. Those type of balconies would be great in a cooler climate. AC has to turn off when your window is open, to save power. Good review, very good, thank you
Thanks, yes in a cooler climate it could work!
Quite interesting I guess the size of the Balcony bit looks not much different to a Britannia balcony but I guess it feels a little more enclosed because of the roof.
Not been on Britannia so not sure but reminded us of the standard regal princess balcony space. Felt very enclosed...just no air...or air con if you had the window was down
@@PaulandCaroleLovetoTravel Regal Sky Enchanted & Britannia all the same class of ship and same balconies. Have fun in Croatia
Oh yes! Thanks will do!
Thanks for a great review : very informative
Glad you found it helpful!
I’m back here again, watching this for my own reasons this time!! 😉
LOL! 😂Definitely split opinion just like marmite!
If you want to know more about Celebrity Beyond check out part 1 of our review videos here - th-cam.com/video/88Q3iOohXfc/w-d-xo.html
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The bathroom sink might be handy if you are traveling with a toddler?
Yes true!
Everyone is entitled to their opinion just because it doesn't match yours doesn't mean it's wrong. Next time we book an edge class cruise we will book a sunset balcony, you live and learn!
@@PaulandCaroleLovetoTravel I'd still get one of those rooms, it looks nice and I'm not all that picky ! 😄
Just catching up with you 2 after a busy few weeks(cruising mainly!,first world problems!) I love the concept but would prefer a "real" balcony. Cheers guys.😁😁
Lol cruising is a great excuse! 🤣🤣 Same real balcony everytime!
Me too!!
@@PaulandCaroleLovetoTravel real balcony for us too! Just got off a trip that sailed from Quebec and couldn’t believe we sat out in the sun with just a t shirt on in October. I love to open up for fresh air too
Oh fabulous! Yes you can't beat a real balcony!
Very valuable review- thank you! We've booked a cruise on this ship. Also really enjoyed listening to your accents😀❤ I had a veranda room on the Celebrity Equinox last year and highly recommend it.
Thanks Caroline, that's great to hear!
Thank you Sooooooo much for this review. I was so curious about that new balcony. I would hate it for sure!!’ You have helped me tremendously- bless you both!!
No problem, glad it was helpful!
My last cruise ship, the Regal Princess, was tied up next to the Celebrity Apex (a sister ship and the same class as the Celebrity Beyond) which I observed through my binoculars. When I realized that most of the balconies were of the "French balcony" type I realized that maybe the Celebrity Apex or its sister ships aren't the ships my wife and I would want. This video confirmed the misgiving I had concerning the Celebrity ships.
One thing I like about the Princess cabins are the wide-open closets, which have more storage space than a couple would ever likely need. Those enclosed closets on other cruise ships can be bothersome. (Closet doors - who needs them?) Having a separate step-out balcony is overall superior to the French balcony setup for the reasons displayed in the video. The speed the balcony window opens and closes may prove irritating. And having a shade that raises and lowers vertically instead of curtains makes regulating the amount of natural light more problematic.
I have to admit that the bathroom on the Celebrity Beyond looks better than what you would find in a standard Princess cabin; the Princess bathrooms are compact and somewhat Spartan; big enough to do what you have to do, but not much elbow room. But in my view, the relative spaciousness of the Princess cabins makes up for the bathroom.
I'm sure the rest of the Celebrity Beyond is quite nice. However, this cabin does not make me want to cruise with them.
Yes the open closets are popular on Princess. We definitely would cruise on this class of ship again and there are other types of cabins available on the edge class ships which we would choose next time.
The Celebrity Millennium and Solstice class ships are the traditional cruise cabins with more closet space although we didn’t need it on the Apex. I travel with a carryon and a small backpack.
We have done a 3 or 4 Princess cruises and find the service and food a little better on Celebrity.
Yours isn’t the first negative review of the infinite balcony cabin I’ve seen. Everybody’s complaints are the same; inconvenient to open and close, stale air, feels like you’re inside, the window sash blocks the view for short people.
Not for me.
Still a lot if people like them too! Good job we all have different tastes!
@@PaulandCaroleLovetoTravel it would be interesting to hear what they like about them. I guess if you like an ocean view room, it gives you more space.
Yes it is like an outside cabin with a window you can open!
Thanks for that, really informative wondering what they were like
Your welcome, glad it was useful!
I did a trans Atlantic crossing on the Celebrity Apex in March 2022. I absolutely loved everything about my infinity cabin.
Get that, definitely suits some just not us Lol! 🤣
That’s a balcony in the same way I’m the Queen of England.
Lol! 🤣🤣
Thanks for the review. We normally cruise on Princess, but I've been curious about the Celebrity Edge-class ships. After watching your comments, I think I'd agree that a standard balcony is preferable to the one you reviewed. Thanks! And "Paul has a moan"...hahaha...as an American, I love the way you Brits have of saying things.
Lol thanks Ken! 🤣🤣
You've confirmed my doubts guys,thankyou!
Your welcome 😃
When I was on a Celebrity Edge Class Infinite Veranda room in April of 2022, I did not appreciate the air conditioning system shutting automatically whenever the window was down. Got too hot to enjoy!
Exactly just doesn't work!
Great vid guys. Hate the bar at eye level on verandah. and your valid point that you dont get a 45degree side view from balcony. Like sitting in tunnel .
Thanks! It wasn't great for us!
Thanks so much for your review! By the way, you are not being petty. I would much prefer a standard balcony where I could see the ocean. My sister and brother in law also agree with you as they had an infinite veranda and they mentioned the same things as you both said- it makes a lot of racket to open and close and it was boxed in. Now you have confirmed what they were stating!
You have a new subscriber 😀 first video I have seen of your travels. I enjoy your candid information.
Thanks so much for subscribing, appreciate that! Hope you enjoy our other videos too 😁
Thank you so much for this review. I have really wondered what these cabins were like. I would agree with you completely.
Glad it was helpful!
Very interesting review of the cabin and I would have to agree with what you said about the balcony not actually stayed in one but I could totally see your point. When will you be putting the rest of the vlogs on as i can't wait
Hopefully will get the review type videos out by the end of the month. Vlog series will follow sometime lol!
@@PaulandCaroleLovetoTravel great can't wait love watching you guys