Amish-boy

Of course, sorry. I sent it using a laptop, but I’m on my phone now, and see what you mean.

Thank you; I think that some of my confusion is due to my own lack of experience, i.e., having never been to France, I wasn't familiar with the term, "French balcony."

So, while much remains somewhat cloudy, I think you've allowed a little sunlight to break through!

On 6/6/2024 at 11:34 PM, austinetc said:

We've only cruised rivers with Viking. I personally have a few issues with Viking and I've therefore done pretty extensive research with other lines. They all offer something I want and don't want. We stick with Viking for their repeat customer discount and because of "the devil you know". One thing I certainly don't have a problem with is their cabins and housekeepers.

 

We've stayed in a suite (retirement celebration), Balcony, French and Aquarium.

 

- The suite was over-the-top extravagant for us. Until we hit the lottery.

- We were fine with the Aquarium in Portugal because the ship only moves during the day (by law) and we parked ourselves on the sun deck all the time. The view was just too pretty to limit ourselves to one side. Otherwise, they require too much climbing to get anywhere. But if on a limited budget they are just the thing.

- The French cabin was economical, but also confining. It was just too small for us, even if we spent little time there. One person can do little more than stay out of the way while the other prepares for morning, dinner, or bed.

- The Balcony was fine. Worth the extra $$ for us.

 

I'm asking only because we're trying to plan our first river cruise, and I'm admittedly a little concerned about cabin size. So I want to be sure that I'm not misunderstanding (as opposed to nitpicking):

When you say "French cabin," are you referring to what Viking calls French balcony (135 sf)? And by "Balcony," do you mean a Veranda cabin (205 sf)?

TIA.