dmdiver Posted October 19, 2017 #1 Share Posted October 19, 2017 Can anyone confirm whether or not you can open the balcony dividers between cabins? We've been able to do this on Royal, Princess & Carnival. The little help box person on NCL's website says no, but I thought I read on here that they will open them. I thought someone who sailed recently on this ship might have some experience with that. Also, I know on Carnival ships, some balconies cannot be opened to each other due to the divider swinging back & blocking the door. There's a website that will tell you which ones are able to be opened, which is helpful when booking the cabins. So, long story short, if NCL will open the divider, is there a site to see which cabins would be able to be opened to each other? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Two Wheels Only Posted October 19, 2017 #2 Share Posted October 19, 2017 The official answer is "no, not allowed" but some stewards will open if you ask. It used to be "yes" then it went to "at the captain's discretion" and now it is "no". Some guests still manage to get them opened, however. You will get various answers based on who was lucky and who wasn't. The dividers do serve a safety purpose if it matters. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dmdiver Posted October 19, 2017 Author #3 Share Posted October 19, 2017 Well, that's a bummer. I always enjoy sitting out on the balconies with our travel companions. I guess we'll just have to decide if that is gonna be a dealbreaker. Thanks for the info. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
roger001 Posted October 19, 2017 #4 Share Posted October 19, 2017 Getaway balconies, except deck 8, are very small. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Two Wheels Only Posted October 19, 2017 #5 Share Posted October 19, 2017 Getaway balconies, except deck 8, are very small. There are some other large balconies on Getaway but most are more expensive than the standard balconies. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare BirdTravels Posted October 19, 2017 #6 Share Posted October 19, 2017 I would not base a cruise decision on a balcony divider. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dmdiver Posted October 20, 2017 Author #7 Share Posted October 20, 2017 I would not base a cruise decision on a balcony divider. Oh of course not - just one thing to consider if you have lots of sea days. Looks like there aren't many of those anyway on the itineraries we have looked at on any line. Since our travel group was not impressed when we all tried Princess, it's a tough task to get them to try another cruise line. I personally would like to broaden our horizons. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kayjay76 Posted October 21, 2017 #8 Share Posted October 21, 2017 We were told by our steward that they cant' be opened for fire regulations. However, it was hinted that if while we are in our rooms, on the balcony theres no reason why it cant be opened as long as it is closed when we leave the room. So just open then close it! No need to leave them open. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris J. Posted October 21, 2017 #9 Share Posted October 21, 2017 I would not base a cruise decision on a balcony divider. I completely disagree. The balcony divider is the single most important factor when considering / making a cruise decision. Forget about the dining, excursions, ship amenities, ports of call, entertainment, etc. THIS is the most important factor by far. ;p Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dmdiver Posted October 21, 2017 Author #10 Share Posted October 21, 2017 We were told by our steward that they cant' be opened for fire regulations. However, it was hinted that if while we are in our rooms, on the balcony theres no reason why it cant be opened as long as it is closed when we leave the room. So just open then close it! No need to leave them open. So they are not locked? Or you had the steward unlock first and then you just open & close it yourself? The ships we've been on before have always had a lock on them. When the steward opened, it was locked back against the wall to keep from swinging. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TriMomma Posted November 1, 2017 #11 Share Posted November 1, 2017 Was on the Getaway last month and the divider was open.... and yet we weren't travelling with the people beside us. We had a nice chat one day but then I asked for it to be closed. (sorry neighbours) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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