Celebrity Constellation Review
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We drove ourselves to Southampton and even though the Boat Show was in full swing there was little traffic around. At the baggage drop off porters eagerly fought off each other to grab the bags out of the car. The car park was located only a short distance away but would have been a bind had it been raining as we had to walk back to the terminal. It was a breeze through security and check-in and was pleasantly surprised that we were told we could board straight away. Snaking our way through the corridors towards the ship we allowed ourselves to relax too early because we hit the buffers big style with big queues on deck with passengers waiting to have their security photographs taken. Why weren't they taken at check-in like most other Cruise Lines, instead of on deck in the cold air?
So we were onboard by 13.00hrs but we were then informed the cabins would not be ready until three at the earliest. Mmm ploy to cash in on drinks sales methinks. Still it was a chance to savour the buffet lunch in the Seaside Cafe. If this was anything to go by we were going to put on pounds over the 12 days.
The cabins were ready at 14.00hrs according to announcements on the tannoy. Immediately going to the cabin we were informed by the cabin stewardess that it was not in fact ready so we dumped the hand luggage and went to explore the ship to pass the time. Our first impression was that the vessel was far too big for us, preferring the smaller 800 passenger sized ships. Sailaway at 17.00hrs saw us at the Mast Bar meeting with other CruiseCritic members. It was great to put faces to the usernames on the Forums.
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Inside Stateroom 9
Our cabin as stated was on Deck 9 forward and inside. On the whole the decor was bright with light wood panelling making up the doors to the wardrobes and drawers. At the head of the bed was a wall to wall mirror which made the room feel much bigger than it really was. The bed was two singles pushed together with one duvet. The mattresses were incredibly soft and comfortable. The bathroom was bright and clean. The shower was very good but could have done with a tad more water pressure for my liking. Water temperature control was excellent. Overall the standard of the room was very good but there were little indentations in the wardrobe doors and fridge door which were dust collectors and were obviously missed by the cleaning staff. This was soon rectified by having a quiet word with them. At last a decent sized TV and good interactivity where on demand films could be had and the ability to check ones onboard spend. The biggest downside was the door in-between ours and the neighbouring cabin. It completely ruined any soundproofing that there may have been. Conversations could easily be overheard.