2cruisealot Posted June 3, 2009 #1 Share Posted June 3, 2009 Hi, sorry if this is a dumb question – can anybody tell me why there is a price difference between the VA, VB, VC, VD, VE, VF and VH categories – is it because of their location or something else? Thanks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sleepladypalmdesert Posted June 3, 2009 #2 Share Posted June 3, 2009 location, location, location. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2cruisealot Posted June 3, 2009 Author #3 Share Posted June 3, 2009 Thanks for confirming that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sleepladypalmdesert Posted June 3, 2009 #4 Share Posted June 3, 2009 Well....I think the VH on the "O" has a steele balcony rather than the plexiglass. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jtl513 Posted June 3, 2009 #5 Share Posted June 3, 2009 location, location, location.AND the size of the balconies. Deck 5 VE and VF are smaller than side VA/VB/VC, VD are larger than side VA/VB/VC. Well....I think the VH on the "O" has a steele balcony rather than the plexiglass.Yes - and also all of the deck 4 VF have the steel railings. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2cruisealot Posted June 9, 2009 Author #6 Share Posted June 9, 2009 We are thinking of the 19 day trip through the Panama Canal, and as this would be the longest cruise for us so far, thought we would treat ourselves to a verandah cabin (only had insides & outsides before). Also, we have not been on the Oosterdam before so are not sure if there any advantages or disadvantages of being on specific decks or is it just a case of booking the best category you can afford? I guess it's personal preference but I'm not sure if there are any subtle differences that would help us make a decision. Many thanks for your help.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fann1sh Posted June 9, 2009 #7 Share Posted June 9, 2009 VD balconies are midpriced, and slightly deeper - and it's amazing what a big difference just a slight depth increase makes! However, you should do a search for the extra special VD cabin 4164, to see if it's still available on your sailing. It has a double width balcony, due to a crew stairway. 4166 also has this much wider balcony, but the cabin has shower only (tubs are normally standard). A shower can be plus for some, a big minus for others. YMMV, but I don't always think the location is always better at the top end - VA. The VA's towards the stern of Navigation deck cabins are under the pool. They can get extra noise early in the morning when the crew move and clean deck chairs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2cruisealot Posted June 9, 2009 Author #8 Share Posted June 9, 2009 Thanks for your reply. I am always blown away by the detail you can get here on these boards, it is really useful. Thanks again. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
English_in_Spain Posted June 9, 2009 #9 Share Posted June 9, 2009 We are looking to book cabin VD4164 on the Noordam. Does this have a larger balcony as on the Oosterdam? Also, looking at the 'virtual tour' on HAL website of VD cabins, there doesn't look to be much room between the end of the bed and the wall. Would this be better as 2 single beds? Does anyone have a picture of a VD cabin set up with 2 single beds? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fann1sh Posted June 9, 2009 #10 Share Posted June 9, 2009 We are looking to book cabin VD4164 on the Noordam. Does this have a larger balcony as on the Oosterdam? Yes - all 4 Vista ships have this special cabin. Grab it! Also, looking at the 'virtual tour' on HAL website of VD cabins, there doesn't look to be much room between the end of the bed and the wall. Would this be better as 2 single beds? You're correct - but it's enough. I've travelled with 3 in a cabin, and the "squeeze" makes it a traffic hazard whether the beds are split or not. However, with only 2 in the cabin, I'm sure things will be much better. Sorry, I don't have a photo. Perhaps someone else will post one. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TucsonRick Posted June 9, 2009 #11 Share Posted June 9, 2009 However, you should do a search for the extra special VD cabin 4164, to see if it's still available on your sailing. It has a double width balcony, due to a crew stairway. Is this cabin noisy due to the adjacent crew stairway? Rick Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
enzedd Posted June 24, 2009 #12 Share Posted June 24, 2009 Does anyone have any recomendations on which verandah category to go for on the Oosterdam for a guarantee? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rosydee Posted June 29, 2009 #13 Share Posted June 29, 2009 Is this cabin noisy due to the adjacent crew stairway? Rick We stayed in one of these and loved it. We could not hear any noise at all. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AZjohn Posted June 29, 2009 #14 Share Posted June 29, 2009 Does anyone have any recomendations on which verandah category to go for on the Oosterdam for a guarantee? I would say a VD. This way you know there is no chance in getting a metal railing on your balcony. John Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
32dwemce Posted June 29, 2009 #15 Share Posted June 29, 2009 I would say a VD. This way you know there is no chance in getting a metal railing on your balcony.John I wondered what is the problem with a steel rail, first time cruiser so don't know the difference Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RuthC Posted June 29, 2009 #16 Share Posted June 29, 2009 I wondered what is the problem with a steel rail, first time cruiser so don't know the difference When you're sitting on your veranda with a steel rail you can't see the scenery outward. You can look up and out, but you'll miss a lot of the view. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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