While writing this review I have born in mind our previous experience in a Junior Suite with Celebrity, and have made what I consider to be fair comparisons.

Following an uneventful flight from our home in Manila Philippines, we arrived in Sydney 3 nights before sailing and stayed at the beautiful and conveniently located Wentworth Sofitel, and in fact were able to walk to the ship on the day of departure. Our stop over which was accompanied by sunny weather, was spent touring around this wonderful city with friends and relatives.

Check-in for the cruise was fast at a bleak terminal in Sydney with no priority for Suite holders. Fortunately our bags were accepted well before the official check-in time which allowed us more time to explore the delights of Sydney. Read more