adira Posted June 3, 2013 #1 Share Posted June 3, 2013 Well, as bummed as you can be when going on a cruise, anyway! We were originally set to sail on the Triumph THIS Saturday. That was cancelled, so we rescheduled for the Magic. We had an interior porthole room, so they upgraded us to an OV. However, we are on the Main Deck, right under the galley! Now I keep reading about how loud it is! I really don't want a true interior (we are actually pretty bummed we couldn't get the porthole room....we love the portholes!), and there is literally only ONE OV left on our cruise, which is right where we are, so I feel like I can't really change it at this point. Therefore, I just want to be prepared. Should I just be ready to nap on deck a lot? Will it really be as bad as I think? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yvonne Posted June 3, 2013 #2 Share Posted June 3, 2013 Earplugs are your friend. :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
adira Posted June 3, 2013 Author #3 Share Posted June 3, 2013 Earplugs are your friend. :) Unfortunately, I have weird ear canals and can't ever make earplugs work (or iPod ear buds, but I got a different pair and they actually stay in!!).....I might buy a few types, just in case I can keep them from popping out! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lovebelle Posted June 3, 2013 #4 Share Posted June 3, 2013 I don't think it will be as bad as you are thinking. Just remember thousands of people travel and use those same cabins and Im sure the majority of them would say they had an awesome cruise :) I had an OV cabin on the Victory, that I now realize was under the Galley (at the time it never occurred to us to even pay attention). We loved the room, thought the OV felt spacious, and looking back we didn't even realize we were under the Galley because we didn't notice any noise. So don't be bummed, go with a great attitude and Im sure you will have an amazing time :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
besillybehonestbekind Posted June 3, 2013 #5 Share Posted June 3, 2013 You are going on a cruise, and it is going to be great! You suspect there may be a little more noise than usual, and you have plenty of time to plan for it! Pack some earplugs, perhaps an Ipod or headphones. You can bring a noise machine or even a battery operated fan for white noise. It's going to be great! I think we sometimes stress more about what MIGHT annoy us than we would if something was just a little annoying. You're going to have a great ocean view and being on the main deck is going to be super convenient. Happy cruising! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
runner15km Posted June 3, 2013 #6 Share Posted June 3, 2013 Cotton and duct tape. :D Just kidding, we had a location like that but really only heard a few thumps in the night. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
adira Posted June 3, 2013 Author #7 Share Posted June 3, 2013 You are going on a cruise, and it is going to be great! You suspect there may be a little more noise than usual, and you have plenty of time to plan for it! Pack some earplugs, perhaps an Ipod or headphones. You can bring a noise machine or even a battery operated fan for white noise. It's going to be great! I think we sometimes stress more about what MIGHT annoy us than we would if something was just a little annoying. You're going to have a great ocean view and being on the main deck is going to be super convenient. Happy cruising! We have a noise machine!!!! Awesome. I'm totally bringing that. Cotton and duct tape. :D Just kidding, we had a location like that but really only heard a few thumps in the night. I'm now imagining what I could make out of cotton and duct tape that would kill the noise. Hmm...... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mikel24m Posted June 3, 2013 #8 Share Posted June 3, 2013 Well, as bummed as you can be when going on a cruise, anyway! We were originally set to sail on the Triumph THIS Saturday. That was cancelled, so we rescheduled for the Magic. We had an interior porthole room, so they upgraded us to an OV. However, we are on the Main Deck, right under the galley! Now I keep reading about how loud it is! I really don't want a true interior (we are actually pretty bummed we couldn't get the porthole room....we love the portholes!), and there is literally only ONE OV left on our cruise, which is right where we are, so I feel like I can't really change it at this point. Therefore, I just want to be prepared. Should I just be ready to nap on deck a lot? Will it really be as bad as I think? My thoughts were some ear plugs too :) I wish I had the problem you have !! Your going on vacation ;) sleep when you come home Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
forwardcabin Posted June 3, 2013 #9 Share Posted June 3, 2013 ... go with a great attitude and Im sure you will have an amazing time :)...that's the key to a great cruise! Here's hoping you have the cruise you want it to be. Bon Voyage! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruizinisthebest Posted June 3, 2013 #10 Share Posted June 3, 2013 Dont be bummed. You will be fine. I've stayed all over the ship and a light sleeper. Made out fine. Seriously. Go and enjoy your cruise! Sent from my SAMSUNG-SGH-I747 using Tapatalk 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kimmimom Posted June 3, 2013 #11 Share Posted June 3, 2013 in that location. We heard a few bumps, but it definitely didn't interfere wtih our sleep. Enjoy! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vitamin_Sea Posted June 3, 2013 #12 Share Posted June 3, 2013 Only thing bad about a cruise is you have to go home at the end!! Put tissue in your ears if you must. May not even be that bad!!! Just have fun Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SmileEh Posted June 3, 2013 #13 Share Posted June 3, 2013 Well, as bummed as you can be when going on a cruise, anyway! We were originally set to sail on the Triumph THIS Saturday. That was cancelled, so we rescheduled for the Magic. We had an interior porthole room, so they upgraded us to an OV. However, we are on the Main Deck, right under the galley! Now I keep reading about how loud it is! I really don't want a true interior (we are actually pretty bummed we couldn't get the porthole room....we love the portholes!), and there is literally only ONE OV left on our cruise, which is right where we are, so I feel like I can't really change it at this point. Therefore, I just want to be prepared. Should I just be ready to nap on deck a lot? Will it really be as bad as I think? Personally I'd move... I stayed once on the main deck under the galley and lesson learned... it will never happen again... all night long it sounded like pots and pans were being dropped on our heads... by the third sleep deprived night after numerious complaints we were told they would move us cabins... God Bless you Carnival for doing so! But I was told if the ship was full we would of had to stay in that cabin and suffer :eek: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
opentoadventure Posted June 3, 2013 #14 Share Posted June 3, 2013 Unfortunately, I have weird ear canals and can't ever make earplugs work (or iPod ear buds, but I got a different pair and they actually stay in!!).....I might buy a few types, just in case I can keep them from popping out! I'm a light sleeper with tiny ears and I'm allergic to latex. Flents Quiet Please are the only ones I've managed to keep in my ears. Just make sure to roll them teeny tiny between your fingers and stick them in really far. I always used earplugs at concerts in my youth, but didn't realize until recently that I was doing it wrong for all of those years. The plugs shouldn't stick out of your ear if they are inserted properly. They are a small investment for a good night's rest. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SadieN Posted June 3, 2013 #15 Share Posted June 3, 2013 Whether you hear noise will depend on what part of the galley you are under. Dishwasher? or freezer? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mikel24m Posted June 3, 2013 #16 Share Posted June 3, 2013 I'm a light sleeper with tiny ears and I'm allergic to latex. Flents Quiet Please are the only ones I've managed to keep in my ears. Just make sure to roll them teeny tiny between your fingers and stick them in really far. I always used earplugs at concerts in my youth, but didn't realize until recently that I was doing it wrong for all of those years. The plugs shouldn't stick out of your ear if they are inserted properly. They are a small investment for a good night's rest. Yes and make sure to hold the ear plugs in your ear until they expand Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thomarvin Posted June 3, 2013 #17 Share Posted June 3, 2013 If you to listen for noise you will hear it. you could get next to a group of partiers. or crying babies. Cabins are like a box of chocolates. You never know waht you are going to get. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wmowan8485 Posted June 3, 2013 #18 Share Posted June 3, 2013 I sail tomorrow in an oceanview on deck 2. However, I just checked to see where it's located and I think I'm okay as I'm under the dining room. I'll let you know when I get back :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jimmy Geegitz Posted June 3, 2013 #19 Share Posted June 3, 2013 yea below the galley could be noisy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
firefly333 Posted June 3, 2013 #20 Share Posted June 3, 2013 I was under the Galley on Conquest on the port side and didnt hear any noise. Not every area under the Galley is noisy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Elaine5715 Posted June 3, 2013 #21 Share Posted June 3, 2013 Was under the gallery on the Imagination, heard a few crashes in the early morning BUT no Turbo toilet flushes and no honeymooners over head;) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lady_cruiser Posted June 3, 2013 #22 Share Posted June 3, 2013 It really depends on what part of the Galley you are under. We took two Behind the Fun Tours. While touring the galley we were shown the different areas included the counter tops where the prepared dishes are placed. So maybe you will luck out and have your cabin under that part of the galley that will produce the least amount of noise. I know I would not want to be under the area where the dish washers are loaded and the dishes washed and dried. Now hearing those heavy carts loaded with dirty dishes being rolled up to the dish washer would drive me crazy. But here's hoping that you are in a quiet area. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CalaDragonflyLady Posted June 4, 2013 #23 Share Posted June 4, 2013 We have a noise machine!!!! Awesome. I'm totally bringing that. If you have a smart phone you can download a free app and pack one less thing :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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