We chose this cruise for the itinerary and the fact that we had enjoyed our last two Celebrity cruises. Transport to the ship from the airport was o.k., although the 20 minute break at a service station within sight of the ship seemed a little odd. Embarkation was quick and efficient and we were on board by 1pm.
We mostly ate Dinner in the Opus dinning room. The quality of food was mostly very good, although I found the desserts a little disappointing. Waiter service was excellent but the tables for two were just too close to each other for any private conversation.
Breakfast venue varied: room service breakfast was delivered promptly to the Cabin (Sometimes too promptly, before the requested time!) Although choice was limited, the food was o.k. and breakfast on the balcony in the sunshine was a fine way to start the day. The Ocean view cafe provided a huge choice of breakfasts and we enjoyed the food and the uncrowded service area but found that the seating arrangements a little cramped and lacking in privacy. Breakfast service in the Opus was outstanding.
Great cabin, which was well maintained by our excellent steward. Nice bathroom with superb shower and ergonomic night light. Reasonable storage space but maybe needs a few more drawers. Cabin has partially restricted view which wasn't a problem for us: you can see over the lifeboat without any problem, however there was a fair bit of outside noise from the open deck below, some of it in the very early morning as the staff went about their business.
Santorinni
Well organised Tender; only 10 min wait. Got to harbour, huge line for Funicular so bought local tour - boat ride to Oia, bus into town and then bus back to Firma. Good value at 15E. An enjoyable and interesting trip
Bodrum
Pretty port. Pleasant walk to Castle 30TL to get in. No Euros accepted. Well worth a good look. Great views, interesting exhibits but be aware that they close some of the exhibits for Lunch. Inexpensive supermarket opposite terminal.
Naples
Went to Herculaneum this time. Tram No1 (buy tickets at news kiosk across road from port) to railway station. Then train to Ercolano Scavi. Walk through town (well signposted) to ruins. Highly recommended. Worth buying a map: 2E plus the 11E entry.
Athens
Day1
Walked to dock gates. Took bus no.843 to Piraeus metro and bought 24 hr ticket for metro & buses for around 4E. Metro easy to navigate and announcements in English as well as Greek. Visited Syntagma square, National gardens, Acropolis Museum (Brilliant!) and Metaxa (Great views!). Then back to ship. Never waited more than 5 mins for metro or bus. Great day
Day2
Whoops! Research lets us down. Today is Greek Good Friday so not a lot open until midday. Would have been nice if Celebrity had told us. Inexpensive trip in and at least we know where the National Archaeological Museum is for next time.