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4 Days In a Controversial Cabin That Faces INSIDE THE SHIP With No Privacy!

Cruising As Crew
Cruising As Crew
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👁️ 72K views📅 1 years ago⏱️ 13:11

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Editorial Summary

The creator documents a four day solo cruise on Royal Caribbean's Oasis of the Seas, specifically testing an interior facing balcony cabin located at the back of the ship on deck eight. While the creator notes the cabin layout is practical and includes a comfortable bed and a useful sofa area, the experience is defined by significant noise and privacy issues. Because the cabin overlooks the boardwalk and the aqua theater, the constant activity makes it difficult to sleep with the balcony doors open. Furthermore, the lack of privacy is a major concern because the balcony faces other cabins and the window treatment lacks a privacy glaze, leaving guests feeling exposed when lights are on. Despite these drawbacks, the creator highlights the efficiency of the embarkation process and the high quality of the onboard entertainment, particularly the aqua theater shows. The creator concludes that while the specific cabin choice is not recommended for those seeking quiet or privacy, the overall cruise experience on this Oasis class ship remains impressive due to the variety of amenities and the ship's vibrant atmosphere.

Written by TripBacon from this video's transcript.

How This Review Compares

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A Nibble
All-time creator consensus for Royal Caribbean Group
A Nibble

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What This Creator Said
Creator Had Mixed FeelingsFull Ship Review🏅Authority Creator
🧍 Best for SoloOther · 4 nightsFrom MiamiVeteran Cruiser

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Creator's Key Takeaways

I had a pretty good idea of what I was getting myself into when I booked this cabin a few months ago

I would not recommend this cabin if you are someone that needs silence to sleep or if you're someone that has young children

The entertainment on board was honestly fantastic and I did find myself attending a performance almost every night

Having an interior facing balcony means that people can see straight into your cabin especially if the do's open

Creator's Tips & Advice

If you have watermelon, please squeeze lemon onto your watermelon, it is a game changer
Avoid interior facing balcony cabins on lower decks if you are sensitive to noise or require privacy

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Cruising solo on a family-oriented shipLook for solo meetups in the Cruise Compass, though they may not always be well-attended.
Cabin noiseAvoid cabins near high-traffic areas like the Boardwalk or Aqua Theater if you need silence.

Questions This Creator Answers

QIs an interior facing balcony cabin worth it?
QHow noisy are cabins located near the Boardwalk/Aqua Theater?
QIs it easy to meet people while cruising solo on Royal Caribbean?
QHow is the embarkation process at Miami for Royal Caribbean?

Topics Covered

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