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Quantum of the Seas Obstructed Balcony Stateroom Tour | Alaska Cruise from Seattle (Is it worth it?)

Khiz & Eesa
Khiz & Eesa
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👁️ 2K views📅 4 months ago⏱️ 14:00
What This Creator Said
Creator RecommendsCabin / Ship TourCasual Creator
Alaska · 7 nightsFrom Seattle

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Creator's Key Takeaways

We are sailing on Royal Caribbean's Quantum of the Seas to Alaska.

Join us for a tour of our obstructed view balcony room and decide whether saving $1,200 for the booking was worth it.

I absolutely think this is a fantastic room and a great value.

We definitely lucked out. Uh, in total, I believe we saved about 12 to $1,300 by booking an obstructed view room.

Creator's Tips & Advice

Bring magnets for the metal walls to add extra storage space.
Consider booking an obstructed balcony to save money if the view is acceptable.
Ensure you have enough USB ports for your devices due to limited outlets.

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Limited space when sofa bed is deployedKnow that the sofa bed takes up walking space; consider bunk beds for kids if available.
Obstructed view may block ocean sightCheck room location to minimize obstruction; some rooms have better views than others.

Questions This Creator Answers

QIs an obstructed balcony stateroom on Quantum of the Seas worth the savings?
QWhat does an obstructed balcony view look like on this ship?
QHow is the storage and layout of the obstructed balcony room?

Topics Covered

Itinerary Route3½ Happy BaconCabin Balcony3 Happy BaconValue Pricing2½ Happy Bacon

Port Highlights

Seattle2½ Happy Bacon
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YouTube Video Description

Thinking about booking an obstructed balcony stateroom on Quantum of the Seas? In this video, we give you a full, honest cabin tour of an obstructed balcony room aboard Royal Caribbean’s Quantum of the Seas during an Alaska cruise round-trip from Seattle. You’ll see: • The actual balcony view and level of obstruction • Cabin layout, storage, bed space, and bathroom • What “obstructed balcony” really means on this ship • Pros and cons compared to a regular balcony • Whether this room is worth the savings for an Alaska cruise This sailing includes stops in Juneau, Sitka, Ketchikan, and Victoria, Canada, making balcony views especially important for glacier viewing and scenic cruising. If you’re researching: • Quantum of the Seas cabins • Obstructed vs regular balcony staterooms • Alaska cruises from Seattle • Royal Caribbean ship tours …this video will help you decide if an obstructed balcony is right for you. Subscribe to @KhizEesa and follow us around the world