WashyWashyHappyHappy95 Posted July 10, 2017 #1 Share Posted July 10, 2017 I saw the Queen Mary 2 docked the other day, and it looked like you could open the windows/portals. Why can't you do that on NCL ships? I for one would be far more likely to book an oceanview if I could do that. For me the balcony is more about the air than anything else. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
triptolemus Posted July 10, 2017 #2 Share Posted July 10, 2017 It may have looked that way, but I doubt passengers are able to open porthole windows. The answer to why should be obvious. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zdcatc12 Posted July 10, 2017 #3 Share Posted July 10, 2017 I've never been on one that you could open. Most OVs are on the lower decks. Someone leaves their window open, then leaves the cabin for a while, big seas start up and the cabin is flooded. That would be my guess. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare ColeThornton Posted July 10, 2017 #4 Share Posted July 10, 2017 It may have looked that way, but I doubt passengers are able to open porthole windows. The answer to why should be obvious. Because the seagulls would fly in? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hawkeyetlse Posted July 10, 2017 #5 Share Posted July 10, 2017 A watertight window that can open costs more than one that doesn't open, to purchase, install, and maintain. Harder to clean the outside of the ship because they have to get everyone to close their windows before washing. There would be extra security costs because they would have to watch 24/7 for stuff and people falling out of these windows, or people getting into the ship through these windows. Higher energy costs as cooled or heated air goes out the window. Higher housekeeping costs with stuff being damaged by wind, dust/water/salt/insects getting into the room. Passengers like the OP who just want fresh air would book cheaper oceanview cabins instead of balconies. I'm not seeing much in the way of advantages for the cruise line if they were to make this change. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FranknBeans Posted July 10, 2017 #6 Share Posted July 10, 2017 A watertight window that can open costs more than one that doesn't open, to purchase, install, and maintain. Harder to clean the outside of the ship because they have to get everyone to close their windows before washing. There would be extra security costs because they would have to watch 24/7 for stuff and people falling out of these windows, or people getting into the ship through these windows. Higher energy costs as cooled or heated air goes out the window. Higher housekeeping costs with stuff being damaged by wind, dust/water/salt/insects getting into the room. Passengers like the OP who just want fresh air would book cheaper oceanview cabins instead of balconies. I'm not seeing much in the way of advantages for the cruise line if they were to make this change. Ah because your under the water line.lol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
biker@sea Posted July 10, 2017 #7 Share Posted July 10, 2017 Actually Steward's will Batten down the porthole hatch in heavy seas just incase the window breaks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
buddy1755 Posted July 10, 2017 #8 Share Posted July 10, 2017 Port holes are round so the water doesn't hit you square in the face....;p Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LrgPizza Posted July 10, 2017 #9 Share Posted July 10, 2017 Every time this poster posts, there are a few who take the bait. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moby0215 Posted July 10, 2017 #10 Share Posted July 10, 2017 A watertight window that can open costs more than one that doesn't open, to purchase, install, and maintain. Harder to clean the outside of the ship because they have to get everyone to close their windows before washing. There would be extra security costs because they would have to watch 24/7 for stuff and people falling out of these windows, or people getting into the ship through these windows. Higher energy costs as cooled or heated air goes out the window. Higher housekeeping costs with stuff being damaged by wind, dust/water/salt/insects getting into the room. Passengers like the OP who just want fresh air would book cheaper oceanview cabins instead of balconies. I'm not seeing much in the way of advantages for the cruise line if they were to make this change. This is all true and I am not saying that the portholes should be able to open but balcony doors open. What's the difference besides easier to forget to close the porthole vs the balcony door? Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Velvetwater Posted July 10, 2017 #11 Share Posted July 10, 2017 It keeps steerage class from getting all the fresh air. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zdcatc12 Posted July 10, 2017 #12 Share Posted July 10, 2017 Every time this poster posts, there are a few who take the bait. Sorry, I had been over on the CCL boards for a while since that was my last cruise, so I guess I am guilty! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chengkp75 Posted July 10, 2017 #13 Share Posted July 10, 2017 Actually Steward's will Batten down the porthole hatch in heavy seas just incase the window breaks. The correct terminology is: Porthole: a round or square window that will open Portlight: a round or square window that will not open Deadlight: the brass cover that is dogged down over portholes and portlights in case of breakage. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare BirdTravels Posted July 10, 2017 #14 Share Posted July 10, 2017 About 2 mins into this video, you can see why you don't want your window open Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Two Wheels Only Posted July 10, 2017 #15 Share Posted July 10, 2017 Another one.... -ecXDovCTYE Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
triptolemus Posted July 11, 2017 #16 Share Posted July 11, 2017 Every time this poster posts, there are a few who take the bait. You tell 'em, Pizza. No fun allowed! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ask4Jay Posted July 11, 2017 #17 Share Posted July 11, 2017 Most likely because they are sealed shut? Duh Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hawkeyetlse Posted July 11, 2017 #18 Share Posted July 11, 2017 This is all true and I am not saying that the portholes should be able to open but balcony doors open. What's the difference besides easier to forget to close the porthole vs the balcony door?For balconies they don't have a choice, they have to let you go outside. And they make you pay for the privilege. Also they don't put balconies on the lower decks that are regularly washed by high seas, but there are oceanviews there. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robmac330 Posted July 11, 2017 #19 Share Posted July 11, 2017 Every time this poster posts, there are a few who take the bait. At some point I expect their username will switch to TheAnswerMaySurpriseYou or TheAnswerToThisQuestionAndMoreComingUpOnActionNews8 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare POA1 Posted July 11, 2017 #20 Share Posted July 11, 2017 You cannot open the windows in any Cunard OV room. Earlier posters explained the reason why. Also, there's no drain plug in the bottom of the ship that you can pulls out to look for whales. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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