You have finally decided to take that cruise! You've researched the different cruises available. You've heard lots of good things about setting sail and decided that you just can't crawl through life without this adventure! You probably have loads of questions about how to start this process. Your cabin choice is the second most important decision you'll make, what kind of cruise experience you want is your first.
Before you actually book your cruise, you will need to know what kind of cabin you want to stay in. Knowing some key tips will help you decide. The most expensive, larger cabins sell out first, and the cheaper, smaller ones sell out last. Depending upon the length of your cruise, this is one area you do not want to be economical with.
Once aboard the ship, it is difficult to get reassigned a different room if it is unsatisfactory (as is done in hotels), especially if the cruise is full. Your room type remains the same, and the cruise can place you wherever they need to, so long as it is the same room class. Consequently, you need to know what room you want and there is no reason why you can't get the exact information about what your room is like.
So let's get to it. What kind of cabin should you book? First, think about size and your price range. Rooms with verandas, balconies, and more space sell out the quickest, and are more expensive. Smaller rooms towards the stern and bow of the ship sell out last. If you can afford a larger room with a balcony, and require time away from the masses, I would highly recommend it, as they provide the most comfort. Your smallest rooms often have shortened beds and little square footage, not a good combination if you are tall and claustrophobic.
If you would like a window with a view, expect to pay more. However, be sure to inquire if your room's view is through a porthole or a window. Most importantly, find out what kind of view you will have from your window. Is it obstructed by life boats or deck equipment? Does it look out upon popular gathering areas? Seeing loads of people outside your one-way tinted window may not be very comfortable. Do not be afraid to ask. In fact, it is your responsibility to find out exactly what you are booking.
Where are you sailing? If you are traveling along a coast line and want that view during your cruise, be sure to book a room on the side facing the shore. This may not matter for some cruises, since most ships sail at night so you can enjoy land excursions in various ports during the day.
If you think you might have special issues, you must know the anatomy of a ship in order to get what you need. If you are prone to motion sickness and need peace, you'll want to pay close attention to the rest of the article.
To help you become familiar with the ship's anatomy, remember the following: The bow is the front and the stern is the back. The port is the left side, the starboard the right. You can remember it this way. When you bow, you bend forward (front of the ship), if you are stern, your back is always rigid and straight (the back of the ship). Your ship has left port, helping you remember the port is on the left side. This leaves the starboard side: starboard and right are longer words than port and left.
Most public areas tend to be near or on the top deck. So if your room is several floors below, you may have long waits to get topside. This may be inconvenient and even treacherous if you have limited mobility. If you require the use of assistive devices (i.e., cane, walker, or wheelchair), adamantly request a room closest to the public areas.
For you motion sick prone chaps, the midship (literally, the middle of the ship) is the most stable part of the vessel and also more expensive. If your cruise ship has more than one deck, take the following into consideration: The lower decks are also more stable, reducing your chance of getting motion sickness. They are also less noisy, but they are further from the public areas, such as dining, swimming, and other amenities.
What about rooms toward the bow or toward the stern? Well, the rooms with windows at the bow will be windier and the rooms at the stern will be noisier (where the engine is located). The engine noise will vary depending upon what kind of propulsion system is used.
If this is your first cruise, go on a shorter venture versus a longer one. This will help you discover your likes and dislikes so your longer cruise experience will be absolutely fantastic!
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