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8 reasons to book an INSIDE CABIN on a cruise ship

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πŸ‘οΈ 1.1M viewsπŸ“… 3 years ago⏱️ 8:54

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Editorial Summary

The creator explains why she frequently chooses inside cabins when booking cruise vacations. While acknowledging that these rooms lack windows or balconies and can feel small, she highlights several advantages. Primarily, inside cabins are the most affordable option, allowing travelers to reallocate their budget toward excursions, drinks, or future cruises. The creator also notes that inside cabins are typically quieter than balcony rooms and provide a pitch black environment that is ideal for sleeping or napping during port intensive itineraries. She mentions that these rooms contain all necessary amenities for a comfortable stay and are designed to use space efficiently. Additionally, staying in an inside cabin removes the pressure to spend time in the room to get one's money's worth and avoids potential issues with inconsiderate neighbors on adjacent balconies. The video concludes by suggesting that inside cabins are particularly suitable for budget conscious travelers and those with busy itineraries who plan to spend most of their time exploring the ship or ports.

Written by TripBacon from this video's transcript.

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Solid Strip
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A Nibble

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What This Creator Said
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Creator's Key Takeaways

I've sailed on more than 30 cruises and more than half of these have been in an inside cabin

inside cabins are very affordable so I can stretch my vacation budget further

inside cabins are super quiet compared to other state rooms on board

I always sleep great in an inside cabin because it is Pitch Black without any natural light shining through

Creator's Tips & Advice

βœ“Book an inside cabin to save money on your cruise vacation
βœ“Consider your itinerary when choosing a cabin type
βœ“Use the book now and reprice later strategy to save money

πŸ†•New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

feeling claustrophobic or cheap β€” Inside cabins are thoughtfully designed and you won't feel cramped
overwhelmed by cabin choice β€” Consider your budget and itinerary to decide if an inside cabin is right for you

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhy would anybody want to book an inside cabin?
QIs an inside cabin right for you?
QWhat are the benefits of staying in an inside cabin?

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