532 Split Allegiances! Christy’s Spring Break Sailing Aboard Celebrity Apex

532 Split Allegiances! Christy’s Spring Break Sailing Aboard Celebrity Apex

Author: Christy Pudyk & Lake Sprenkle March 31, 2026 Duration: 1:00:52

Are you a loyal Disney Cruise Line fan wondering if the grass is greener on the other side? Join us as Christy and Dave share their family’s spring break adventure sailing a 7-night Eastern Caribbean itinerary aboard the Celebrity Apex! Discover why they chose this stunning Edge-class ship over a Disney Cruise and how the kids’ clubs compare for older children and tweens. We dive deep into the luxurious perks of The Retreat suite class, the incredible personalized dining at Luminae, and how the onboard entertainment stacks up against classic Disney Cruise Line shows. Whether you are thinking about trying a new cruise line or simply looking for tips on navigating Port Canaveral, this episode is packed with honest reviews and helpful insights!

Topics Discussed in the Main Segment
Pre-Cruise: A quick review of Lake’s stay at Disney’s Hilton Head Island Resort for a wedding.
Why Celebrity: The decision to cancel a Disney cruise and switch to the Celebrity Apex so their 12-year-old son could maximize his final months in the younger kids’ club.
Embarkation: Navigating the slightly confusing parking at Port Canaveral’s Terminal 1, but enjoying a fast and seamless boarding process.
The Retreat: Reviewing the suite-class experience, including the spacious entry-level cabin, the Retreat lounge amenities, and the incredible, personalized dining at Luminae (where the servers always remembered their son’s favorite foods).
Kids’ Club: An honest take on the kids’ club for 10 to 12-year-olds, including scavenger hunts across the ship, Gaga ball, and the challenges of communicating with kids under 13 who aren’t allowed to use the ship’s app.
Dining: Raving about the included food options, from the massive variety at the Ocean View Cafe buffet to the fact that the main dining was so good they didn’t feel the need to book specialty restaurants.
Entertainment & Activities: Enjoying live music in Eden, attending astronomy lectures, playing video poker in the smoke-free casino, and taking a fascinating backstage theater tour.
Episode Cruise Summary
Sailed Out Of: Port Canaveral, Florida.
Ports of Call:
Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic
San Juan, Puerto Rico
Basseterre, St. Kitts

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