Kpurdy79 Posted July 21, 2014 #1 Share Posted July 21, 2014 For all you experienced Freedom cruisers, we would LOVE your help! My DH and I are planning to book on the September 1 cruise on the Freedom (5 nt.). We are going kidless so it will just be the 2 of us. :) We have always booked balcony rooms but have considered upgrading to either an aft balcony or an aft wrap around balcony. For those who have had either, do you all think its worth the extra money? It appears that it is only 100.00 more for the aft balcony but 550.00 more for the aft wrap. We are so ready to book but I just cant decide!! Thanks so much!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
momof4boys Posted July 21, 2014 #2 Share Posted July 21, 2014 It seems to me that lots of people like those aft balconies. We have avoided them because we have heard that they are hot. For us, that $550 would be better spent somewhere else. How much for an OS? We love the extra room, bigger bathroom, and larger balcony area. Just a thought! Whatever you decide, have a great trip!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kelkel2 Posted July 21, 2014 #3 Share Posted July 21, 2014 We love the aft facing balcony!!! I would absolutely say go for it!!! Watching the wake of the ship is so magical! You will not regret it one bit! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nhraformula00 Posted July 21, 2014 #4 Share Posted July 21, 2014 We love regular balconys because of the breeze and shade depending on sun. The aft have no shade at all because of the angle of ship, and NO breeze, its hot during the day. :eek: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pe4all Posted July 21, 2014 #5 Share Posted July 21, 2014 I would go for the "L"- shaped balconies next to the aft wraps. These have a huge balcony but for the same price as a regular balcony! If the Empress ones are open (7434,7439) are open, I would grab them, and use the money saved on other "stuff." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scotch Mist Posted July 21, 2014 #6 Share Posted July 21, 2014 Save your cash and get an ocean view and with the money you've saved get the Cheers package! We do that now as we spend so little time in our cabin it makes better sense for us! Freedom b2b Sept 2014 Splendor Jan 2014 Breeze Sept 2013 Imagination Sept 2013 Triumph Sept 2008 Pride Sept 2007 Miracle Sept 2006 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruizinisthebest Posted July 21, 2014 #7 Share Posted July 21, 2014 If you like balconies, go for the aft facing balcony. I wouldn't pay $500 more for the wrap on a 5-day. Just my opinion. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kpurdy79 Posted July 21, 2014 Author #8 Share Posted July 21, 2014 Thank you all!! You have been a ton of help! Will talk to my DH and book today!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kpurdy79 Posted July 21, 2014 Author #9 Share Posted July 21, 2014 I would go for the "L"- shaped balconies next to the aft wraps. These have a huge balcony but for the same price as a regular balcony! If the Empress ones are open (7434,7439) are open, I would grab them, and use the money saved on other "stuff." YES! 7434 is still available. I will look into this room and see what it is all about. I have never even heard of these. I just put a hold on it :) Thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tandemcruzr Posted July 21, 2014 #10 Share Posted July 21, 2014 YES! 7434 is still available. I will look into this room and see what it is all about. I have never even heard of these. I just put a hold on it :) Thanks! Go for it. You'll love the extra balcony space. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pe4all Posted July 21, 2014 #11 Share Posted July 21, 2014 If it is available, I would go for it. There is no couch in the cabin, but the balcony is to die for! And you can lie in bed and just look out the windows at the ocean- very relaxing. 2 floors up to Lido deck pool/food, 2 floors down to deck 5 and all the entertainment! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SIENA6334 Posted July 21, 2014 #12 Share Posted July 21, 2014 We had the wrap on Veranda a couple years ago. I found it too much balcony for only two - but if you can get either balcony 8450 or 8457 - the ones right next to the wrap they are 1/3 larger than those in between, much cheaper than the wrap, and you will have a couch in your room. The balconies do get a bit hot but they are still very nice especially in the evening and first thing in the morning. You feel a bit more motion - more of a slight rocking - to me very soothing. :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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