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Why I ONLY Book Interior Cabins - What You're Missing if you Don't

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👁️ 4K views📅 8 months ago⏱️ 9:52
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Veteran Cruiser

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Creator's Key Takeaways

After decades of cruising, I will never book a balcony cabin again, except for one reason.

If you book an interior cabin and get the option to upgrade to a balcony, you can actually score that balcony cabin for half price or less.

If you want the best sleep of your life, an interior cabin is the way to go.

Over 70% of the time, people tell me that they book an interior cabin because it improves the situation for them versus a balcony cabin.

Creator's Tips & Advice

✓Book an interior cabin to save money and potentially upgrade to a balcony for less.
✓Consider how much time you'll spend in your cabin before choosing a balcony.
✓Interior cabins are darker and better for sleep, especially for light sleepers.
✓Interior cabins in the middle of the ship can reduce seasickness.

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Paying extra for a balcony cabin that may not be used much. — Book an interior cabin and look for upgrade opportunities to save money.
Seasickness on a cruise. — Choose an interior cabin in the middle of the ship on lower decks to reduce motion.

Questions This Creator Answers

QIs booking a balcony cabin worth the extra cost?
QWhat are the benefits of interior cabins over balcony cabins?
QWhen should you consider booking a balcony cabin?

Topics Covered

Cabin Interior4 Happy BaconCabin Balcony1½ Happy BaconSafety Medical3 Happy BaconValue Pricing3½ Happy Bacon
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