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If you book a cheaper GTY (guaranteed) stateroom on a cruise, you don’t get to pick your room

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👁️ 45K views📅 1 years ago⏱️ 1:05
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Creator's Key Takeaways

I'm in a suite on Deck N9 on Carnival Marty and this is the view so yeah of course you can look and see the ocean

Creator's Tips & Advice

Always consult the ship's deck plan before booking a stateroom
Don't always trust the deck plan because you might miss important details
Look on various websites and on YouTube for stateroom tours

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat should you consider when booking a cruise stateroom?
QWhy might a stateroom not match its deck plan description?

Topics Covered

Booking Process1 Happy BaconCabin Balcony1½ Sad BaconCabin Suite1½ Happy Bacon
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YouTube Video Description

If you book a cheaper GTY (guaranteed) stateroom on a cruise, you don’t get to pick your room location. But if you have the ability to choose your stateroom, it’s important to always consult the ship’s deck plan and ALSO look on various websites and on YouTube for stateroom tours, because not all rooms (even in the same category) are created equal, and not all factors are noted on a deck plan. A good travel agent will also help you with these things so you get the most bang for your buck. 💰 💻 Visit my website https://www.profmelissa.com/ for tons of great cruise content, including advice and cruise tips, departure port information, and free port guides. ✈️Want to learn how to become a travel agent? Get all the info here: https://www.profmelissa.com/travelagent