joyluck Posted May 12, 2006 #1 Share Posted May 12, 2006 :) I am new here and I have never been on a cruise. I was wondering if you seasoned cruisers could tell me if you think the balcony is worth the extra money? Thanks!:D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TanIslandGirl Posted May 12, 2006 #2 Share Posted May 12, 2006 :p YES! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gypsyrose Posted May 12, 2006 #3 Share Posted May 12, 2006 If the price difference is not huge, YES. We just got off Glory and our 1st balcony. Let me say, we will probably never book less than a balcony. Which means, we will not go on the smaller ships that only have suites for balconies. Can not afford that. It was only $15o per person higher than oceanview for our Glory trip. Definitely worth it! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Criscomia Posted May 12, 2006 #4 Share Posted May 12, 2006 Absolutely, Positively YES, YES, YES.........my first cruise was an oceanview cabin.....my second and 3rd were balcony's and my 4th is going to be a balcony also......I'll never go back to an oceanview or inside.....you will love the balcony..........GO FOR IT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hopefulwith2 Posted May 12, 2006 #5 Share Posted May 12, 2006 If it means the little bit of extra money for a CAT 8...ABSOLUTELY!!! It was heavenly :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
no_wake Posted May 12, 2006 #6 Share Posted May 12, 2006 It is definitely a different experience being in a balcony! Now if doing a balcony was not an option and I had to choose between an oceanview or not going on a cruise at all, I would take the oceanview in a heartbeat. Bottom line, a cruise vacation is like no other and is a really great way to spend a week away from the grind. If you can do a balcony, it will make the experience that much more enjoyable. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
caribsun Posted May 12, 2006 #7 Share Posted May 12, 2006 The balcony is not for me. It all depends on your lifestyle, needs and wants. For me I am very active, up at sunrise and in the gym. I also like to be up on the Lido Deck or in one of the public rooms meeting and chatting with my fellow cruisers. Just like open spaces. Did have a balcony on one cruise and had a cigar smoker on one side and children on the other side. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rvrgirl Posted May 12, 2006 #8 Share Posted May 12, 2006 Yes!!!!!!!!!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruise4 Posted May 12, 2006 #9 Share Posted May 12, 2006 We were surprised to be upgraded to a balcony on our second cruise. It was wonderful! Once you have a balcony, you'll never go back! We've had a balcony ever since. Definitely worth the extra money! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GayleR Posted May 12, 2006 #10 Share Posted May 12, 2006 Definitely! We had an oceanview on our first cruise with our kids, a balcony on the second, and back to oceanview on the third. Boy did we miss that balcony. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gr81 Posted May 12, 2006 #11 Share Posted May 12, 2006 It depends on you, your budget, and what you want. My wife wont do less than a balcony on 6 day or longer cruises but on short cruises, we find we dont spend much time in the room, and the extra money can go to the cruise line thru the casino and bars.:cool: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
joyluck Posted May 12, 2006 Author #12 Share Posted May 12, 2006 The difference is significant. About $500pp. The only rooms with a balcony are penthouse suites. So, if you would have to pay a grand more would you just do the OV?:) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
yogimax Posted May 12, 2006 #13 Share Posted May 12, 2006 ABSOLUTELY NOT!!! One cruise in a balcony OR Two cruises in an inside or oceanview Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Caliber1 Posted May 12, 2006 #14 Share Posted May 12, 2006 A cold drink in your hand, a lounge chair on the balcony, AAAAHHHHH. What was the question again?:D Jess and Lyn The answer is yes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
joyluck Posted May 12, 2006 Author #15 Share Posted May 12, 2006 ABSOLUTELY NOT!!! One cruise in a balcony OR Two cruises in an inside or oceanview :D That's a pretty good point! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rvrgirl Posted May 12, 2006 #16 Share Posted May 12, 2006 ABSOLUTELY NOT!!! One cruise in a balcony OR Two cruises in an inside or oceanview To me? One cruise with balcony:) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mared1 Posted May 12, 2006 #17 Share Posted May 12, 2006 We enjoy having a balcony because we do spend a lot of time on it-sunning, relaxing, etc. However, our friends always get the cheapest inside cabin and are very happy with it. They spend more time on the Lido deck and the lounges. I think it might come down to what type of person you are- if you aren't going to spend much time in your room, why pay the extra for a balcony - but if you are like us and enjoy relaxing in semi-private atmosphere than a balcony is well worth it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
auburn77 Posted May 12, 2006 #18 Share Posted May 12, 2006 We had a balcony on the Pride and loved it. Our next two we had OV's. I loved both. We have a balcony on our next simply because it is 12 day(and in the Med.). I can go back to an OV on our next and love it. Just put me on the ship. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
auburn77 Posted May 12, 2006 #19 Share Posted May 12, 2006 We had a balcony on the Pride and loved it. Our next two we had OV's. I loved both. We have a balcony on our next simply because it is 12 day(and in the Med.). I can go back to an OV on our next and love it.Just put me on the ship. I meant our next three. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
yogimax Posted May 12, 2006 #20 Share Posted May 12, 2006 To me? One cruise with balcony:) Wrong!!! But then again, it's all a matter of personal preference, isn't it? I would much rather have two vacations and "suffer" with an inside or oceanview cabin on both. I think I could handle it:) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rvrgirl Posted May 12, 2006 #21 Share Posted May 12, 2006 Wrong!!! But then again, it's all a matter of personal preference, isn't it? I would much rather have two vacations and "suffer" with an inside or oceanview cabin on both. I think I could handle it:) Right! All a matter of personal preference:) First of all I can't stay in inside cabin (Clastophobic (spell?) And second, alot of the ships prices for balcony are not much more than window room. So therefore balcony for me. (Plus I still do more than one cruis a year):) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
poptart Posted May 12, 2006 #22 Share Posted May 12, 2006 That's another reason why I love Carnival--I can afford a balcony! I've cruised with inside, oceanview and balcony cabins. I like the balcony best. I stay in my room more and enjoy my balcony. Hubby loves it--he's an early riser and loves sitting out there with his coffee. If I can't afford a balcony I would just as soon have an inside as an oceanview because since I prefer to be outside I don't stay in the room very much. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scoutcat Posted May 12, 2006 #23 Share Posted May 12, 2006 If anyone in your family is eligible for the military discount (they need to be active duty OR have to have served at least two years and be able to provide a copy of an honorable discharge), you may find that the balcony is affordable after all! We were able to get balcony cabins on the Valor the week before Christmas last year for what inside cabins would have cost normally (about $699 pp). Cabins available at military rates usually go quickly when they are offered, so don't think too long:cool: . It was our first cruise, and I don't think I would ever want to NOT have a balcony---LOL---spoiled for life. "Scout" aka Carol Dayton, OH Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
joyluck Posted May 12, 2006 Author #24 Share Posted May 12, 2006 If anyone in your family is eligible for the military discount (they need to be active duty OR have to have served at least two years and be able to provide a copy of an honorable discharge), you may find that the balcony is affordable after all! We were able to get balcony cabins on the Valor the week before Christmas last year for what inside cabins would have cost normally (about $699 pp). Cabins available at military rates usually go quickly when they are offered, so don't think too long:cool: . It was our first cruise, and I don't think I would ever want to NOT have a balcony---LOL---spoiled for life. "Scout" aka Carol Dayton, OH :( Nope, not military! You guys deserve cheaper rates though! You work hard for it!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
habby Posted May 12, 2006 #25 Share Posted May 12, 2006 The difference is significant. About $500pp. The only rooms with a balcony are penthouse suites. So, if you would have to pay a grand more would you just do the OV?:) As much as I love the balcony, I would find it hard to justify an extra grand for it versus an oceanview. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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