We've sailed on the Eclipse (loved it!) and the Reflection (OK) and thought it time to try one of the Celebrity smaller ships. The Constellation is in great shape, nice maintained and has a friendly and professional staff throughout the ship. We even met the Captain while ordering gelato...note: he got almond sprinkles on his!

Our cabin steward was very nice and efficient. Everything was kept clean and neat and special requests were honored. Our cabin, 6143, was well worth the upgrade to concierge C1. We had a table and 2 small chairs and requested 2 lounge chairs which were promptly brought to our huge balcony. Hated the clingy shower curtain but with an older ship, I knew this was not something they would update with doors given the costs involved.

The weather was chilly and windy in both Cozumel and Key West but not surprising since we have cruised in December many times and we know it is the luck of the draw when it comes to weather. Read more