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AmaWaterways Larger French Balcony Room Tour on the AmaLucia Rhine River Cruise: Worth The Upgrade?

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Northern_europe · WinterVeteran Cruiser

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Creator's Key Takeaways

In our opinion, it's a great room, but size doesn't matter.

We think this stateateroom offers plenty of space and natural light.

We recommend booking the smaller French balcony category CB or a fixed window stateateroom category D or E.

We really love the natural light and fresh air a French balcony stateateroom offers.

Creator's Tips & Advice

Bring a universal travel adapter with USB-C ports for charging.
Use Downey wrinkle release spray for longer cruises without laundry facilities.
Ask for a compatible hair appliance as soon as possible after boarding.
Consider booking the smaller French balcony category CB to save money.

Questions This Creator Answers

QIs the larger French balcony stateroom on AmaWaterways worth the upgrade?
QHow does the Category CA cabin compare to smaller French balcony cabins and Viking River Cruises?
QWhat are the key features and storage options in the stateroom?

Topics Covered

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YouTube Video Description

Considering a French Balcony stateroom on your next river cruise? In this comprehensive review, we delve into the Category CA French Balcony cabin on AmaWaterways, comparing its features, space, and value to both the smaller Category CB cabins and similar offerings on Viking River Cruises. Join us as we take you inside an Ama Waterways French Balcony stateroom 337 on the AmaLucia during our European Rhine River cruise for the Enchanting Rhine itinerary! We’ll break down the room layout, storage, bathroom features, and whether upgrading from an entry-level cabin is worth it. Plus, we’ll share @amawaterways reviews here and in the future, cruise tips, and insights to help you decide if this stateroom is right for your next European river cruise. 🔔 Subscribe for more AmaWaterways cruise reviews, stateroom tours, dining guides, and excursion tips! ______________________________________ Visit our Amazon Travel and Cruise Essentials Store where we add products daily! https://amzn.to/3HvEeiY Magnetic hooks - they stick to the walls on many cruises but not Ama. Helps to hang hats, bags, wet clothes, lanyards, swimsuit etc. 100lb are the best size. 👉🏼 https://amzn.to/3sV8xcB Fleece and Jackets Women's black fleece 👉🏼 https://amzn.to/4edWdZw Women's black Avalanche raincoat 👉🏼 https://amzn.to/4gq6lA5 Security Travelon Classic Messenger Bag 👉🏼 https://amzn.to/3B79tB2 Helly Hensen rolltop backpack 👉🏼 https://amzn.to/43bxp25 Accessories Knirps compact umbrella 👉🏼 https://amzn.to/49XWlgG Earth Breeze Detergent sheets 👉🏼https://amzn.to/4mThZWY Downy Wrinkle Release Spray 👉🏼 https://amzn.to/3GVrMwi Airfly Bluetooth transmitter for Quietvox 👉🏼 https://amzn.to/47UXIdF Universal Adapter with USB C 👉🏼 https://amzn.to/3caR7CO Magifying suction cup mirror 👉🏼 https://amzn.to/3DnwSMr Bagail Packing Compression Cubes 👉🏼 https://bit.ly/4ljepVE Filmed using DJI Osmo Mobile Gimbal 👉🏼 https://amzn.to/3MpJdVX ______________________________________ Our Social Media Insta: https://www.instagram.com/luxurytraveldocs Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LuXuryTravelDocs Twitter: https://twitter.com/luxurytraveldoc ______________________________________ 00:00 Introduction 02:03 Inside the Stateroom 06:44 Bathroom 09:32 Storage Under the Bed 10:06 Coffee and Tea 10:38 Laundry 12:19 Hair Appliances 12:55 Suggested Crew Gratuities 13:27 Electrical Outlets 14:08 WiFi 14:25 Our Opinion 16:16 Viking River Cruises 17:13 AMA Stateroom Comparison 18:38 Right Choice? ____________________________________________ Since cabins are similar on most european AmaWaterways ships, this information can be helpful for: AmaBella AmaCello AmaCerto AmaDante AmaDolce AmaDouro AmaKristina AmaLea AmaLucia AmaLyra AmaMora AmaPrima AmaReina AmaSerena AmaSiena AmaSonata AmaStella AmaVenita AmaVerde AmaVida AmaViola #AmaWaterways #rivercruise #vikingrivercruises #rhineriver #cruiseship #cruisereview #cruiseshiptour #RiverCruising #CruiseTips #tipsfortravelers