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Cruise Ship Cabin Comparison, Inside vs Ocean View vs Balcony, Very unOfficial Travel Guides

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πŸ‘οΈ 548K viewsπŸ“… 9 years ago⏱️ 7:39

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Editorial Summary

The creator provides a comparison of the three primary types of cruise ship accommodations: inside cabins, ocean view cabins, and balcony cabins. For inside cabins, the creator notes they are typically located on lower decks, are smaller, and lack windows, which can result in total darkness. To mitigate this, the creator suggests using battery operated candles. The video also mentions that some modern ships offer virtual portholes as a compromise. Regarding ocean view cabins, the creator argues that the price increase is often not worth the small window view, suggesting that the extra funds are better spent on excursions or specialty dining. Finally, the creator discusses balcony cabins, highlighting the benefits of fresh air, privacy, and the ability to view ports without crowding the top deck. However, a warning is issued regarding certain ship layouts where balconies may face interior areas like shopping malls rather than the ocean. Ultimately, the creator concludes that travelers should either splurge on a balcony cabin if the budget allows or save money by choosing an inside cabin to spend on other cruise experiences.

Written by TripBacon from this video's transcript.

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Creator's Key Takeaways

I recommend that you bring a battery operated candle.

There's something that's just so nice about waking up in the morning and opening the curtain and opening the balcony door and being able to go out onto the balcony.

If it's in your budget, go for a balcony cabin or splurge for a balcony cabin and have a little bit less extra spending money.

Creator's Tips & Advice

βœ“Bring a battery-operated candle for inside cabins to avoid total darkness.
βœ“Spend money on excursions or specialty dining instead of upgrading to an ocean view cabin.
βœ“Choose a balcony cabin for privacy and fresh air, but beware of inside-facing balconies on some ships.

πŸ†•New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Inside cabins are too dark. β€” Bring a battery-operated candle for natural light without disturbing others.
Balcony cabins might not have a real ocean view. β€” Check if the balcony faces inside the ship (e.g., Central Park on Royal Caribbean) before booking.

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat are the differences between inside, ocean view, and balcony cruise ship cabins?
QWhich type of cruise cabin offers the best value for money?
QHow can first-time cruisers choose the right cabin type?

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