Choosing the Right Stateroom Cabin for a Cruise
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Picking the wrong stateateroom can make or break your cruise.
We have certainly stayed in all kinds of rooms, so we're here to give you the guide.
The newest, biggest ships, 70% of the rooms are balcony rooms, they do whatever they can to make as many balconies as possible because they know that's what the public wants.
We actually prefer to stay very far forward or very far a because some of the views out the aft balconies, those are some of our favorite rooms.
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In this video, we’re breaking down everything you need to know about choosing the right cruise ship stateroom—from inside cabins to luxurious suites—and helping you choose the best one for your cruise style and budget. We’ve stayed in every type of cabin on multiple cruise lines, so we’re sharing real advice based on real experience—whether you're a first-time cruiser, a budget traveler, or planning a romantic honeymoon. ✅ Inside vs. Oceanview vs. Balcony vs. Suite ✅ Best cabin locations (midship vs. aft vs. forward) ✅ Hidden downsides (like noise from the pool deck or obstructed views) ✅ Why we LOVE aft balconies and ultra-spacious ocean view rooms ✅ Tips for families, solo travelers, and long cruises ✅ Plus: Money-saving hacks like guaranteed rooms and repricing tricks! 👀 Don’t make the mistake of picking the wrong cabin—let us help you cruise smarter! 👉 Be sure to like this video if you learn something new Here are our latest Cabin Tours! Junior Suite Tour on Explorer of the Seas | Room 9258 | Royal Caribbean Transatlantic Cruise - https://youtu.be/t0vqRE6BFIc MSC Seashore Aurea Cabin | Full Tour of Room 9036 + Extended Balcony - https://youtu.be/oslRUo9wAQ0 Royal Caribbean's Enchantment of the Seas Ocean View Room Tour 4540 - https://youtu.be/_HNg-83l1Yg Enchantment of the Seas 2-Bedroom Suite Tour | Room 8052 - https://youtu.be/CmTKFfor7Rs Grandeur of the Seas Jr Suite 7650 | Aft Balcony Stateroom Tour - https://youtu.be/HAxiXR-IMmk Allure of the Seas: Central Park Balcony Stateroom 12603 Tour - https://youtu.be/wVillF-4_0w Serenade of the Seas: Ultra Spacious Room Tour, Cabin 7504 - https://youtu.be/UAiUZGtpscY Also check out "How We Saved $1500 On Our Upcoming Cruises This Week!" - https://youtu.be/O8eF2vv_OIg Here is our go to website for deck plans with videos and photos! https://www.cruisedeckplans.com/ 👍 Don’t forget to LIKE, SUBSCRIBE & hit the NOTIFICATION BELL for more cruise content, travel vlogs, and ship tours from Cruising with Crystal and Marshall We are Crystal and Marshall, a 50+ couple from Florida (by way of Maine) who love to cruise and take you with us on our adventures. We show you all of our ships, trips, and tips while cruising. Please subscribe and follow our journey. Thank you for joining & supporting our channel. Thanks for supporting our channel. You can check out our website at https://crystalandmarshall.com/cruisingwithcrystalandmarshall