We recently sailed on Millennium from Vancouver to Shanghai, with stops in Dutch Harbor, Yokohama, Kobe (overnight) and Miyazaki, Japan. This was our second transpacific on Millennium. We did the same cruise last year, although the itinerary was slightly different. Both cruises far exceeded our expectations. Remember though, the Pacific Ocean is very large, so if you don't like lots of sea days this isn't the cruise for you. Highlights included:

1. The excellent Celebrity Life presentations, including Captain Dave Lethin from The Dangerous Catch TV program. He was an outstanding speaker every day between Vancouver and Dutch Harbor. Chelsea, the marine biologist was captivating, and the series on Buddhism was very informative, and gave us some insight regarding that belief as we sailed towards Asia. The traveling doctor from the UK who spoke about Asia and Africa, with many wonderful pictures, was also worth listening to. Only one speaker disappointed, the art professor. Her lectures were unorganized and boring.

2. The Progressive Dinner with the Food & Beverage Manager. Only 3 couple participated, and it was great. We started out with appetizers and champagne in Cellar Masters, had our first course in Qsine, the best halibut and wine in The Olympic, and then back to The Bistro on Five for dessert, a chocolate bomb, the most decadent dessert I have ever attempted to eat. Dinner took almost 4 hours. Sign up if you see it offered. You won't be disappointed. Read more