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I Cruised in a Cabin That Faces BACKWARDS

Emma Cruises
Emma Cruises
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👁️ 504K views📅 3 years ago⏱️ 10:36

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Editorial Summary

The creator explores the experience of staying in an aft-facing balcony cabin on the Emerald Princess while cruising around the UK. After being encouraged by a travel agent to try a less common cabin location, the creator notes that only two percent of cabins on the ship are situated at the back. The cabin features a traditional design with wood accents and a large open wardrobe, though the creator mentions a sensor-activated light in the wardrobe area that can be inconvenient. While the cabin is an obstructed view due to a large pole on the balcony, the creator finds the massive balcony space to be a significant benefit, offering views straight down to the sea without seeing other decks. The creator addresses common concerns regarding aft cabins, such as increased motion, the smell of engine fumes, and the long walk to ship amenities. Ultimately, the creator concludes that the view is amazing and the balcony provides a versatile space that can be used for sun or shade, despite the distance from the rest of the ship.

Written by TripBacon from this video's transcript.

How This Review Compares

This review's score for Emerald Princess
Barely Crispy
All-time creator consensus for Emerald Princess
A Nibble

This review is more critical than the all-time creator consensus.

What This Creator Said
Creator RecommendsFull Ship Review🏅Authority Creator
👶 Best for Family (Young Kids)OtherFrom SouthamptonVeteran Cruiser

Source: Our analysis of the creator's lived experience, based on what they said in this video.

Creator's Key Takeaways

I'm currently in a cabin that faces backwards and the fact that it faces backward isn't the only strange thing about it

we decided to book this cabin mostly out of curiosity and it definitely is different there are some benefits and there are also a few drawbacks

the balcony itself is absolutely huge and it is time probably that I talk about the elephant in the room or in this case it is the pole on the balcony

the view from the back of the ship was absolutely amazing and when we looked down there was nothing there at all

Creator's Tips & Advice

Consider booking a backwards-facing cabin for a unique experience and potentially larger balcony space
Be aware of the distance to walk to amenities when staying at the back of the ship

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Motion sickness at the back of the shipNo issues reported; creator did not experience increased motion
Smelling fumes from the shipNo smoke or fumes detected during the cruise

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat are the benefits and drawbacks of a backwards-facing cabin?
QHow does the balcony space and view compare to regular cabins?

Topics Covered

Cabin Balcony2 Happy BaconCabin Interior1 Happy BaconService Crew3 Happy BaconItinerary Route1 Happy BaconShip Condition1 Happy BaconWifi Connectivity1½ Sad Bacon

Port Highlights

Southampton2½ Happy Bacon
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