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I Spent 5 Days In The Best Standard Balcony Cabin at Sea

Emma Cruises
Emma Cruises
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👁️ 253K views📅 1 years ago⏱️ 9:56

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Editorial Summary

The creator provides a detailed review of a stay in a family club balcony suite aboard the Norwegian Aqua, a brand new cruise ship. As one of the first guests to occupy the cabin, the creator evaluates how modern ship design addresses common issues found on older vessels. The review covers the spaciousness of the room, the modern lighting, and the functional layout, including an interconnecting door and a dedicated bits and bobs drawer. The creator highlights the quality of the balcony furniture and the efficiency of the bathroom design, specifically praising the inclusion of a drawer and a clever folding shower door. Additional observations include the abundance of power outlets, the responsive air conditioning, and the digital do not disturb system. Despite experiencing a significant storm during the voyage, the creator notes that the cabin location provided adequate protection from movement. The video concludes that while a standard balcony cabin would suffice for two people, the extra space in the suite is highly beneficial for larger groups or families.

Written by TripBacon from this video's transcript.

How This Review Compares

This review's score for Norwegian Aqua
Seriously Tasty
All-time creator consensus for Norwegian Aqua
Solid Strip

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

What This Creator Said
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Creator's Key Takeaways

I've just disembarked a cruise where I was the first guest ever to stay in my cabin because I was sailing on board a brand new cruise ship.

The cabin felt absolutely massive. I love all of the lighting and the artwork. It felt very relaxing and fairly neutral, but without being boring, which is a tricky balance to crack.

This is definitely my favorite standard bathroom at sea. There's plenty of space to get changed. The sink is big and there's storage space for your things.

I was very happy with this cabin, but little did I know my next cabin would be even better.

Creator's Tips & Advice

Consider the standard balcony cabin for two people, as it is perfectly good.
If cruising with more people, the extra space in a club balcony suite makes a massive difference for storage and getting ready.

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

cabin location at the back of the ship in case of bad weatherThe after shape provided more protection, and movement was not as bad as expected.

Questions This Creator Answers

QWould this cabin really be better than the rooms I've stayed in before?
QWhat past cruise cabin problems was it hoping to fix?
QDid they manage to fix those problems?

Topics Covered

Service Crew4 Happy BaconShip Condition4½ Happy BaconCabin Balcony4 Happy BaconCrowd Capacity3½ Happy Bacon

Port Highlights

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