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Inside Cabin vs Balcony Cabin 🛳️ Was the Upgrade Worth It?

Core Four Adventures
Core Four Adventures
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👁️ 698 views📅 3 months ago⏱️ 14:44
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Creator's Key Takeaways

I got some of the best sleep of my life in that inside cabin.

It was quiet. It was comfortable. The temperature was great. And we did get the best sleep of our lives in those cabins.

Nothing beats opening the door to your stateateroom, walking in and seeing a beautiful view out of your balcony.

If you can't get on the ship into the balcony cabin, go for the inside cabin.

Creator's Tips & Advice

Consider an inside cabin for budget-friendly travel and to cruise more frequently.
Book a balcony cabin for Alaskan cruises to enjoy private glacier views.
Be discerning about cabin location; prefer mid to mid-aft for easier elevator access and less motion.

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Missing the balcony experienceYou may not miss it as much as you think; inside cabins can be comfortable and quiet.
Choosing the right cabin type for a first cruiseConsider a balcony cabin for the first cruise to get the experience, then try inside cabins on subsequent cruises.

Questions This Creator Answers

QIs an inside cabin or balcony cabin better for a cruise?
QWas the upgrade to a balcony cabin worth it?
QWhat are the pros and cons of inside vs balcony cabins?

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YouTube Video Description

Balcony cabin or inside cabin…which one should you choose on your next cruise? 🚢 In this video, we share our honest experience comparing inside cruise cabins and balcony cabins after sailing both. Before our most recent cruise, we had only ever stayed in balcony cabins and absolutely loved them. But with balcony cabins often costing significantly more, we decided to try an inside cabin to see if the savings were really worth it. We talk about what surprised us most, including how we made the smaller space work, what we missed from having a balcony, and how staying in an inside cabin completely changed how we used the ship. We also share how the Waterfront on Deck 8 became our go-to spot and felt like a huge shared balcony, with the added bonus of bars, bartenders, and great ocean views. This isn’t about saying one cabin type is better than the other, it’s about helping you decide which cruise cabin fits your travel style, budget, and how you like to spend your time onboard. Let us know in the comments, are you Team Balcony or Team Inside? And would you give an inside cabin a try? Links: 🚢 Norwegian Cruiseline www.ncl.com Just a quick heads-up: Some of the links in this video’s description are affiliate links. If you make a purchase through them, we might earn a small commission, but it doesn’t cost you anything extra! We only recommend products we genuinely love and trust. Thanks for supporting the channel! As Amazon Associates, we earn from qualifying purchases. About Us: Hi there! We’re Core Four Adventures, a team of adventurers from California’s Central Coast. Carol, Laura, and Pepper are passionate about sharing stories of travel and discovery, from local spots to exciting international experiences. Thanks for joining us! Music: Get You Off My Mind (Instrumental Version) by Ten Towers feat. Anders Beckman https://www.epidemicsound.com/track/jSMBCvwD1L/ Social Media Pages: https://www.facebook.com/corefouradventures https://www.instagram.com/core_four_adventures/ Email for collaborations: corefouradventures@gmail.com