kerryincork Posted January 13, 2017 #26 Share Posted January 13, 2017 I also disagree with the once you've been in a balcony that's all you want. I've been up and down the grades. If there is only a small difference between inside OV and balcony I would chose the balcony, but not to go from a OV to a balcony for £900, that's way to much to pay. That's $1100 at todays exchange rate. Sent from my SM-N910F using Forums mobile app Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jocap Posted January 13, 2017 #27 Share Posted January 13, 2017 I also disagree with the once you've been in a balcony that's all you want. I've been up and down the grades. If there is only a small difference between inside OV and balcony I would chose the balcony, but not to go from a OV to a balcony for £900, that's way to much to pay. That's $1100 at todays exchange rate. Sent from my SM-N910F using Forums mobile app Kerry, we agree with you absolutely. We started with balconies only, then realised we didn't use them enough for it to be an issue... these days we check all the prices, look for bargains, and find out how often we'd be using one due to port days and colder weather. We mainly go for obstructed outside these days (and have just been upgraded to less obstructed). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
raven82 Posted January 13, 2017 #28 Share Posted January 13, 2017 I've always watched my money and thought things out before I pay for any luxury upgrade or item but to me the fresh ocean air, coffee at sunrise while listening to local radio and Yoga at sea makes it well worth it and I usually come up with another good money making idea while on that balcony. Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grapau27 Posted January 13, 2017 #29 Share Posted January 13, 2017 If you can wait until 3 months before the cruise. This is when final balances are due and there is a plethora of deals. Sent from my Kestrel using Forums mobile app Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
leaveitallbehind Posted January 14, 2017 #30 Share Posted January 14, 2017 (edited) If you can wait until 3 months before the cruise. This is when final balances are due and there is a plethora of deals. Sent from my Kestrel using Forums mobile app Not necessarily. Its a matter of supply and demand which varies by cruise ship and itinerary. There may be more opportunity for attractive pricing after final payment. Edited January 14, 2017 by leaveitallbehind Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wassup4565 Posted January 14, 2017 #31 Share Posted January 14, 2017 Once you Cruise with a Balcony you probably will always go with a Balcony. That Sea Air alone is worth it. They are great for listening to local Radio Stations drinking coffee/Tea at sunrise or exercising. Sent from my iPhone using Forums My experience is the opposite. I started with a balcony. Then I tried an ocean view and it was fine. If I wanted the sea air, I went outside on a deck. Then I tried an inside, and it was fine. If I want the sea air and a view I go out on a deck. I think it comes down to how much private personal real estate you must have and what you are willing to pay for it. I can always find a congenial outdoor space with an available chair somewhere on every ship. So why would I pay for an exclusive space reserved just for me? I might even meet someone new and interesting. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aquahound Posted January 14, 2017 #32 Share Posted January 14, 2017 I've always watched my money and thought things out before I pay for any luxury upgrade or item but to me the fresh ocean air, coffee at sunrise while listening to local radio and Yoga at sea makes it well worth it and I usually come up with another good money making idea while on that balcony. I agree. One of my favorite cruise activities is a pot of coffee and room service breakfast on my own private balcony. Plus, waking up to that view very morning...there's nothing like it. I'm not saying I won't cruise without a balcony, but I sure would miss it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
leaveitallbehind Posted January 14, 2017 #33 Share Posted January 14, 2017 (edited) I agree. One of my favorite cruise activities is a pot of coffee and room service breakfast on my own private balcony. Plus, waking up to that view very morning...there's nothing like it. I'm not saying I won't cruise without a balcony, but I sure would miss it. Agree. It certainly is a matter of personal choice and budget, but we always cruise with balcony staterooms as that is our preference for all the reasons (and more) mentioned on this thread. The times we've not had one (forward location family stateroom, as example), while the view was terrific we missed not having the balcony, Again, just personal preference. BTW, nice pictures, Paul. Edited January 14, 2017 by leaveitallbehind Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grapau27 Posted January 14, 2017 #34 Share Posted January 14, 2017 We like to leave the balcony door open at night for the fresh air and the sound of the sea.We always order room service and eat our breakfast on the balcony. Sent from my Kestrel using Forums mobile app Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jocap Posted January 14, 2017 #35 Share Posted January 14, 2017 We like to leave the balcony door open at night for the fresh air and the sound of the sea.We always order room service and eat our breakfast on the balcony. Sent from my Kestrel using Forums mobile app That's not something I'd risk on the OP's cruise across the Atlantic to the Canaries in September. :rolleyes: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
raven82 Posted January 15, 2017 #36 Share Posted January 15, 2017 . I usually don't go to the gym but I never miss a workout. Love the Balcony (East China Sea) Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
raven82 Posted January 15, 2017 #37 Share Posted January 15, 2017 One more Balcony photo and it is not showing off if you are 61 and grew up a fat kid[emoji41] (Same Cruise RCL Ovation of The Seas East China Sea) Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grapau27 Posted January 15, 2017 #38 Share Posted January 15, 2017 OMG I couldn't stretch like that when I was a skinny kid. Sent from my Kestrel using Forums mobile app Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
raven82 Posted January 15, 2017 #39 Share Posted January 15, 2017 Was a weight lifter since my Army days but at 58 and a strong 260 pounds I had a heart attack, switched quickly to Yoga and dropped 80 pounds (Love every Cruise like it's the last one and get The Balcony) Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare MicCanberra Posted January 15, 2017 #40 Share Posted January 15, 2017 I wouldn't upgrade for that price, while I love balcony cabins, the difference in price is too much for my liking. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grapau27 Posted January 15, 2017 #41 Share Posted January 15, 2017 Fortunately we are lucky and negotiate 3 cruises a year with balconies but as Raven82 said, you can be super fit and still have a heart attack or worse so treating every cruise or day as your last why not treat yourself to a balcony as you might not get another opportunity. Sent from my Kestrel using Forums mobile app Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare MicCanberra Posted January 15, 2017 #42 Share Posted January 15, 2017 With that philosophy, may as well get a suite.;) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
raven82 Posted January 15, 2017 #43 Share Posted January 15, 2017 Good point but what grapau27 and I are saying is Make The Most out of your Cruise and Life and while we are at it Let's talk our Wives into letting us buy that Lamborghini or Bentley too, Hey, life is short[emoji52] Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare MicCanberra Posted January 15, 2017 #44 Share Posted January 15, 2017 Good point but what grapau27 and I are saying is Make The Most out of your Cruise and Life and while we are at it Let's talk our Wives into letting us buy that Lamborghini or Bentley too, Hey, life is short[emoji52] Sent from my iPhone using Forums Lol, I would rather the many cruises (on a balcony).;) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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