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Horizon: Refreshingly Smaller With Grace & Warmth

From March 1-8, my sister, Ronda, and I shared a wonderful first cruise adventure. My husband was on a fishing expedition with his buddies, so my sister & I decided to have our own adventure!

We flew non-stop from Chicago to Miami on American Airlines. A Celebrity Cruise Representative met us at the airport and took our luggage directing us to the area to catch the shuttle to our ship. Once we arrived at the pier, our ID's were taken, we were given cards, forms, & keys to our suite.

Yes, we had a Deluxe Oceanview Suite.

So began our week's adventure to the Caribbean which included Key West, Grand Cayman, Cozumel and Progreso, Mexico.

NOTE: Photograph of the Horizon is by a professional.

First Stop: Still in the USA

We sailed from Miami at eight that first night, and when we woke in the morning, we were in Key West. I had been to Key West before, and I had not been pleased. However, this time, I loved it.

The photograph is of a beautiful pink Victorian that is thought to be the
southernmost house in the continental United States.

Dinner: A Gracious Event

The cusine on the Horizon has been called by the critics, "some of the best cuisine afloat."

I would have to agree.

The photograph shows one of the many ice sculptures that add ambience to the elegant dinner each night

Pros and Cons
  • Pros:Surrounded by beauty, royal service abounds, choices are abundant
  • Cons:If you are prone to sea sickness, be careful!
  • In a nutshell:To really experience the Caribbean, take a Celebrity Cruise.
  • Last visit to Caribbean and Central America: Mar 2002
  • Intro Updated May 1, 2005
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    Nemorino Jun 24, 2011 at 1:45 PM Report Abuse

    Great that they gave you a suite for the price of regular room -- with a butler, no less.

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    hunterV Sep 7, 2010 at 12:24 PM Report Abuse

    Hi, Dee! It's a fabulous cruise!... You did it!

  • misterrabbit Jul 28, 2010 at 12:09 PM Report Abuse

    To bad that your sister was sea sick for a time. Lucky you that it did not bother you. What a great time the two of you had. Excellent tips.

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    Faiza-Ifrah Jul 21, 2010 at 7:49 PM Report Abuse

    although i am not a cruise fan, but i liked your tips on this cruise service.i wonder if you get sea sick on cruise or is it that the ships are stable? i liked your tip on underwater camera.

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    toonsarah May 18, 2010 at 2:43 AM Report Abuse

    I loved sharing your cruise adventure with you :-) But I would have found it really difficult to choose between so many interesting excursions!

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    Yaqui Feb 17, 2010 at 7:05 PM Report Abuse

    Oh boy Dee! A Caribbean cruise sounds fabulous! You've shared some wonderful information. I enjoyed your page and wonderful photo's!

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    Trekki Feb 6, 2010 at 9:55 PM Report Abuse

    What an interesting cruise this was! Oh, the food makes me hungry :-)

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    balhannah Dec 15, 2009 at 3:08 AM Report Abuse

    It sounds like yourself and your sister had a very enjoyable time on this Cruise! The food is something to die for isn't it! no wonder most people put on weight when cruising!

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    scottishvisitor Nov 23, 2009 at 2:10 PM Report Abuse

    In the words of Rod Stewart 'I am sailing' have never taken a cruise - but your page tempts me to follow! Thanks Dee for an interesting sailing!

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    jumpingnorman Jun 2, 2009 at 10:41 AM Report Abuse

    That's a great picture of you at the Horizon --- the fun you had emanates from your Caribbean pages! We're excited we'll be there in just two more weeks (Puerto Rico)! Yoohoo!

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