Mountaineer0313 Posted April 22, 2019 #1 Share Posted April 22, 2019 Just switched from cabin 8159 on Millennium for Alaska 2020, to cabin 7203, which is an aft balcony looking out off the back of the ship. It was a decent bit more expensive, but it was the last one left and I really wanted it. Did I make a wise choice? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dkjretired Posted April 22, 2019 #2 Share Posted April 22, 2019 (edited) 6 minutes ago, Mountaineer0313 said: Just switched from cabin 8159 on Millennium for Alaska 2020, to cabin 7203, which is an aft balcony looking out off the back of the ship. It was a decent bit more expensive, but it was the last one left and I really wanted it. Did I make a wise choice? Absolutely, in Alaska if you intend to use your balcony for the sightseeing it is great to be able to see both sides of the ship. There may be sights on one side that you won't see without the ability to see both sides particularly things such as wildlife. It may be there going one way but not when coming back. Edited April 22, 2019 by dkjretired 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pdrcruiser Posted April 22, 2019 #3 Share Posted April 22, 2019 Awesome choice!!!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kenevenpar Posted April 22, 2019 #4 Share Posted April 22, 2019 You will love that Balcony!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mountaineer0313 Posted April 22, 2019 Author #5 Share Posted April 22, 2019 Great! I saw that the cabin was open and jumped on it without much thought, but it was also the only one left. I've been reading that there's less wind back there, which I think will be nice for Alaska in case it's chilly. And the fact that balcony is so much bigger is a big plus. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sammygeorge Posted April 22, 2019 #6 Share Posted April 22, 2019 I had that cabin on Infinity in Alaska 15 years ago. It was perfect for Alaska. We had 2 lounge chairs with wool blankets in addition to the other deck furniture (I don't remember if the lounge chairs were there or we asked for them). It was cool out and I had a cold for most of the cruise so I just wrapped myself in blankets, laid on a lounge chair, and let the beautiful scenery float by. Have a wonderful cruise. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lisiamc Posted April 22, 2019 #7 Share Posted April 22, 2019 You made a great choice! I think you will be very happy with your balcony. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sippican Posted April 22, 2019 #8 Share Posted April 22, 2019 You'll love it! Grab a couple of those fleece blankets from the pool deck to keep handy in your cabin. We prefer aft on any ship, every itinerary! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruzzzinma Posted April 22, 2019 #9 Share Posted April 22, 2019 Love the aft cabins except for the corner Sky Suites. Those were like a wind tunnel. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Donut23 Posted April 23, 2019 #10 Share Posted April 23, 2019 6 hours ago, Mountaineer0313 said: Just switched from cabin 8159 on Millennium for Alaska 2020, to cabin 7203, which is an aft balcony looking out off the back of the ship. It was a decent bit more expensive, but it was the last one left and I really wanted it. Did I make a wise choice? You are ruined. I say RUINED for any other cabin but aft facing. i changed our cabin to aft facing for Hubs first cruise ever (Alaska too). If I want to do a cruise, I simply find an aft facing balcony cabin and he says yes. If I try to book something else, he almost whimpers about it. we are going to Bermuda in a Summit aft facing Accessible cabin. The BEST thing about an Aft Facing Cabin in Alaska? You see everything on both sides of the ship.....and you don’t want to miss anything. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mountaineer0313 Posted April 23, 2019 Author #11 Share Posted April 23, 2019 20 minutes ago, Donut23 said: You are ruined. I say RUINED for any other cabin but aft facing. i changed our cabin to aft facing for Hubs first cruise ever (Alaska too). If I want to do a cruise, I simply find an aft facing balcony cabin and he says yes. If I try to book something else, he almost whimpers about it. we are going to Bermuda in a Summit aft facing Accessible cabin. The BEST thing about an Aft Facing Cabin in Alaska? You see everything on both sides of the ship.....and you don’t want to miss anything. I’ve decided I’m not telling him I switched it. I’m just going to wait til we get in the room. We had a regular balcony cabin last year to Alaska and we spent so much time out there. Breakfast every morning, leaving port, we sat for hours with the binoculars. I can’t wait. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Donut23 Posted April 23, 2019 #12 Share Posted April 23, 2019 8 minutes ago, Mountaineer0313 said: I’ve decided I’m not telling him I switched it. I’m just going to wait til we get in the room. We had a regular balcony cabin last year to Alaska and we spent so much time out there. Breakfast every morning, leaving port, we sat for hours with the binoculars. I can’t wait. Im handicapped and tire easily. We generally spend the morning together and then Hubs is off ashore for the afternoon. If I’m too tired, I stay and nap on the balcony. I actually slept on the balcony on our Southern Caribbean Cruise! wait until you see his eyes when he sees his balcony! im telling you. You will be ruined for standard balconies. have a fabulous trip! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mountaineer0313 Posted April 23, 2019 Author #13 Share Posted April 23, 2019 9 minutes ago, Donut23 said: Im handicapped and tire easily. We generally spend the morning together and then Hubs is off ashore for the afternoon. If I’m too tired, I stay and nap on the balcony. I actually slept on the balcony on our Southern Caribbean Cruise! wait until you see his eyes when he sees his balcony! im telling you. You will be ruined for standard balconies. have a fabulous trip! When I was looking at Celebrity’s website, there were no aft facing balconies except for the accessible ones, which I obviously wasn’t going to take. But then I went to Costco’s travel site and they had one left. Bought a Costco membership and booked it. I think he’ll love it. We so loved Alaska last year, I couldn’t wait to get back. We have Canada/New England this September to get through first, but not on an aft balcony Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Ken the cruiser Posted April 23, 2019 #14 Share Posted April 23, 2019 (edited) I'm glad to see everyone likes these aft-facing balconies. We saw those family balcony cabins on the corners and thought they would seriously limit the side views. Glad to see they're not an issue. Edited April 23, 2019 by Ken the cruiser Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Donut23 Posted April 23, 2019 #15 Share Posted April 23, 2019 1 hour ago, Mountaineer0313 said: When I was looking at Celebrity’s website, there were no aft facing balconies except for the accessible ones, which I obviously wasn’t going to take. But then I went to Costco’s travel site and they had one left. Bought a Costco membership and booked it. I think he’ll love it. We so loved Alaska last year, I couldn’t wait to get back. We have Canada/New England this September to get through first, but not on an aft balcony Just spoke with Hubs. As soon as he heard Alaska and aft facing he was sure you will have a great time. we used to play ....spot the whale. We would look for the water expelled when they came to the surface to take a breath. I was lucky and often spotted them first. the balcony is a wonderful place to end the day AND .... you have great protection from the elements. On your side balcony you are subject to wind, rain and salt spray. Aft, you often miss these. we were on a Canada/New England cruise on Royal’s Serenade Of The Seas enjoying our balcony each night. They sent a notice that people on balconies were to remain inside because of the high winds. We didn’t even notice! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PatEv Posted April 23, 2019 #16 Share Posted April 23, 2019 We've just used the change of promotion (free gratuities) to upgrade from sweet 16 to aft on Connie for Dubai - Singapore. Judging by the above comments, we've done the right thing :-) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nextcruise42 Posted April 23, 2019 #17 Share Posted April 23, 2019 Always my first choice! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
4774Papa Posted April 23, 2019 #18 Share Posted April 23, 2019 15 hours ago, Mountaineer0313 said: Just switched from cabin 8159 on Millennium for Alaska 2020, to cabin 7203, which is an aft balcony looking out off the back of the ship. It was a decent bit more expensive, but it was the last one left and I really wanted it. Did I make a wise choice? We had an aft balcony on the NCL Sun for our Alaska cruise. It was great. Sorry you don't get to see Glacier Bay, since X doesn't go there. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare villauk Posted April 23, 2019 #19 Share Posted April 23, 2019 Personally, after a corner FV and the PH on M class, C1s are the best balconies on the ship 👍. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Laurab23 Posted April 23, 2019 #20 Share Posted April 23, 2019 9 hours ago, villauk said: Personally, after a corner FV and the PH on M class, C1s are the best balconies on the ship 👍. What about the 5 Aqua afts? The are pretty nice too. Laura Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
George C Posted April 23, 2019 #21 Share Posted April 23, 2019 I will always take a aft balcony if available worth extra money. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Ken the cruiser Posted April 23, 2019 #22 Share Posted April 23, 2019 26 minutes ago, Laurab23 said: What about the 5 Aqua afts? The are pretty nice too. Laura We looked at those, but saw they were under the Roof Top Terrace with the movie screen. How is the noise factor during the day and evening on the balcony and in the room? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Reel Love Posted April 23, 2019 #23 Share Posted April 23, 2019 18 hours ago, Mountaineer0313 said: I’ve decided I’m not telling him I switched it. I’m just going to wait til we get in the room. OMG, that is awesome! What a fabulous surprise! We enjoyed our aft balcony on the Summit...... ☺️ 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
phoenix_dream Posted April 23, 2019 #24 Share Posted April 23, 2019 Aft balcony is a great choice for an Alaska cruise. I generally avoid them as there is more motion in the far aft or foreword cabins, if there is motion to be felt. But in Alaska that is rarely an issue and the views are so much better back there! Enjoy! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Laurab23 Posted April 24, 2019 #25 Share Posted April 24, 2019 3 hours ago, Ken the cruiser said: We looked at those, but saw they were under the Roof Top Terrace with the movie screen. How is the noise factor during the day and evening on the balcony and in the room? We never heard anything in the room and sometimes very faintly from the balcony. I never found it to be an issue. However I have read that some people on those rooms thought they were noisy. We'll be in 1140 on Summit the May 12 cruise. We love those back 5 cabins and the stairway right down to the bar makes it very handy. Laura 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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