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Outside or Balcony Cabin - We compare the differences on the Marella Explorer 2 Cruise Ship

Paul and Carole Love to Travel
Paul and Carole Love to Travel
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πŸ‘οΈ 63K viewsπŸ“… 5 years ago⏱️ 9:26

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Editorial Summary

The creators provide a detailed comparison between a standard balcony cabin and an outside cabin on the Marella Explorer 2. Starting in a deck 9 balcony cabin, they highlight features such as the private balcony with two chairs and a table, the comfortable bedding, and the availability of USB ports by the bedside lamps. They note that while the cabin includes a mini bar, it requires an extra fee, whereas tea and coffee are complimentary. The tour covers storage options, including spacious drawers, wardrobes, and a large safe. The creators also examine the bathroom, noting the presence of soft towels and a shower with a curtain. Transitioning to an outside cabin, the creators show a room with a large picture window and a twin bed configuration that can be converted into a double. This cabin type is noted for its ability to accommodate four people using bunk beds. They observe that the outside cabin features a secret storage cupboard behind a mirror and a glass shower door, which differs from the curtained shower in the balcony cabin. Both rooms offer similar amenities like complimentary tea and coffee and access to water stations on the decks.

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How This Review Compares

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Solid Strip
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A Nibble

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What This Creator Said
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Creator's Key Takeaways

we've been really really happy with this um cabin

the bed has been absolutely comfortable

we've loved our balcony two comfortable chairs and a decent sized table

storage in this cabin is the biggest mx storage i think we've had

Creator's Tips & Advice

βœ“Bring an empty bottle to fill up from the water station
βœ“Check the ship's shows and excursions on the TV

πŸ†•New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

cabin storage β€” The balcony cabin has ample storage with drawers, shelves, and wardrobes

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat are the differences between an outside cabin and a balcony cabin on the Marella Explorer 2?
QWhich cabin type would be right for you?

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