How late to book balcony?

[vacationlover_mn]

Normally, DH and I book a year or two out.  My mom and I want to do a cruise the first week in December, but can’t book till Sept.  what are the chances we can find an unobstructed balcony view that far out?

[sowhat]

We just sailed on Explorer of the Seas for 2 consecutive  cruises 
Booked full package  including  flights, transfers  and cruise in a balcony with royal caribbean, 5 days before sail date

[Biker19]

17 minutes ago, vacationlover_mn said:

what are the chances we can find an unobstructed balcony view that far out?

That is low season but availability will vary by ship and prices may be higher than now.

[Merion_Mom]

22 minutes ago, vacationlover_mn said:

Normally, DH and I book a year or two out.  My mom and I want to do a cruise the first week in December, but can’t book till Sept.  what are the chances we can find an unobstructed balcony view that far out?

 

What ship, what itinerary, what port of embarkation?  Many variables.  

[twangster]

Would a refundable booking work for you? 

 

Secure the cabin, can be converted to NRD later if cheaper, full refund if it doesn't work out.

[vacationlover_mn]

1 hour ago, Merion_Mom said:

 

What ship, what itinerary, what port of embarkation?  Many variables.  

We want cheapest, out of FL… currently that is explorer

[twangster]

29 minutes ago, vacationlover_mn said:

We want cheapest, out of FL… currently that is explorer

 

Contact a TA to inquire about group rates and if they are available.  Group rates are usually the cheapest and they are refundable.  You won't find these rates on the public website or through Royal direct.  

[Merion_Mom]

9 hours ago, vacationlover_mn said:

We want cheapest, out of FL… currently that is explorer

 

There are not any truly obstructed balcony cabins on the Explorer.