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P&O Arvia worst balcony cabin at sea?

Travel Blog Jamie
Travel Blog Jamie
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👁️ 397K views📅 3 years ago⏱️ 17:19

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Editorial Summary

The creator provides a detailed tour of cabin 8144 on the P&O Arvia, a balcony cabin located on the promenade deck. The video examines the interior features, including the bed placement, storage capacity, and bathroom amenities. The creator notes that while storage space may be limited compared to older ships, large luggage can fit under the bed. The tour also covers the room service options and the availability of water fountains on deck eight. A significant portion of the video is dedicated to discussing the controversial nature of promenade deck balcony cabins. The creator compares their specific cabin, which features a large balcony that is partially shaded, to other cabins on the same deck that may face issues with privacy or noise from nearby infinity hot tubs. After interviewing a honeymooning couple in a different promenade cabin, the creator concludes that the benefits of the spacious balcony and convenient location outweigh the potential drawbacks for many travelers, though individual preferences regarding privacy will vary.

Written by TripBacon from this video's transcript.

How This Review Compares

This review's score for Arvia
A Nibble
All-time creator consensus for Arvia
Solid Strip

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What This Creator Said
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Creator's Key Takeaways

we've got one of those balcony cabins on decade looking out onto prom deck so is it as bad as people say online

this is over double the size of most standard balcony cabins I mean we are so gonna have a party out here later

we absolutely would stay in this cabin again we think the pros far outweigh the comms here

the location is fantastic but I can see why it wouldn't be for everyone

Creator's Tips & Advice

Bring your own squirty squash for the kettle
Ask your cabin steward for more hangers if needed
Bring a water bottle to use the water fountains on deck

Questions This Creator Answers

QIs the controversial balcony cabin on P&O Arvia as bad as people say online?
QWhat are the pros and cons of staying in a promenade deck balcony cabin?

Topics Covered

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