We went on the Thompson Celebration for a 7 day Red Sea Magic cruise with our 16 year old son. We have previously cruised with Princess and P & O and were advised that Thompson was a more 'relaxed' cruise company. We didn't think so. The majority of people dressed up in the evenings, and it was no more relaxed than the others.
The ship itself is in the process of being renovated and the crew were working their way through the ship. It really is looking tired so hopefully the renovations will make a big difference.
Embarkation
We were in cabin 107 on the deck 7. It was supposed to have been a deluxe cabin with sea view. The view was obstructed by stairs leading to the bridge. In fairness there was not much foot traffic but we didn't get the view we were expecting. The walls are also paper thin and you could hear EVERYTHING that was going on or being said in the next cabin