I Tried a Cheap Cabin on an OLD Cruise Ship
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The creator evaluates an Ocean View cabin on a nearly 30 year old Marella cruise ship, having previously experienced a difficult trip in an inside cabin with no natural light. Seeking a balance between cost and comfort, the creator opted for an Ocean View upgrade rather than a more expensive balcony booking. The review covers the cabin's layout, noting that while the decor and furniture appear to be original to the ships 1995 launch, the room felt spacious and bright due to a large window. The creator highlights several positive aspects, including ample storage space, functional electrical outlets with USB ports, and a quiet environment that minimized the sensation of ship movement. Some drawbacks are noted, such as the presence of a shower curtain, minor scuffs on the woodwork, and a temporary drop in water pressure. Ultimately, the creator concludes that the upgrade was highly worthwhile, especially given the low cost of approximately five dollars per day, and expresses a desire to book similar accommodations in the future.
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I've spent most of week trying to decide if this cabin was worth the upgrade price from an inside cabin or if I should have just gone all out and really treated myself to a balcony
I loved the initial look of the cabin it felt spacious and very light and bright because of the window
I was so happy to say that in our cabin we barely felt a thing I could tell that we were moving but things were not rolling
I would do it every single time it was definitely a clever move too for Marella to offer this so cheap because I enjoyed it so much that I would definitely look to book this cabin again
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