trying to understand "catagories"

[lvislands]

We booked a mini suite guaranteed on the Crown for 12/5. We paid for an AE catagory (whatever that means) and received notice that we have been "upgraded" to an AA catagory. So I am trying to understand what that really means? What is the difference? A mini is a mini, right? Some are not bigger than others, as best I can tell. We are on dolphin deck 523. Should I be happy?

[end1946]

Hi:)

 

I think that's a great location. Yes, all mini-suite cabins are the same. The difference in categories is the location on the ship. The mini-suites on the Dolphin deck have completely uncovered balconies. The ones on the Emeral deck have covered balconies. I think you will be happy with your cabin assignment, and have a wonderful cruise.

[coiran]

All mini suites are not the same - some ships (I think the Island and Coral) have four minis on one of the decks forward that do not have a balcony, however, the room is just that much bigger and it has a large picture window.

Ron

[Pam in CA]

We booked a mini suite guaranteed on the Crown for 12/5. We paid for an AE catagory (whatever that means) and received notice that we have been "upgraded" to an AA catagory. So I am trying to understand what that really means? What is the difference? A mini is a mini, right? Some are not bigger than others, as best I can tell. We are on dolphin deck 523. Should I be happy?

Yes, on the Crown Princess, a mini is a mini. It's all about location, location, location. HOWEVER, some people's perception of the best location is not necessarily someone else's. An "AA" mini-suite is mid-ship on Dolphin deck and your balcony will be uncovered and visible to all of the cabins above. I prefer the "AD" mini-suite which is towards the aft on Emerald deck but is fully covered, private and protected from the elements. To each, his or her own. :)

[TracieABD]

Your AA mini will be very close to the mid ship elevators. (You should no hear the noise of the elevators)

Yes, the deck is uncovered, but we did not find that to be a problem in Alaska.

[Colo Cruiser]

We booked a mini suite guaranteed on the Crown for 12/5. We paid for an AE catagory (whatever that means) and received notice that we have been "upgraded" to an AA catagory. So I am trying to understand what that really means? What is the difference? A mini is a mini, right? Some are not bigger than others, as best I can tell. We are on dolphin deck 523. Should I be happy?

 

 

Cats are all about location.

[Caribensun]

On the Sapphire the AE I believe is the lowest catagory and only has 2 rooms no bathtub instead shower. AA is usually mid ship. We were AA on Sapphire Dolphin deck and it was mid-ship. Great location.

[BAGLADY.45]

I booked an inside cabin, cat M. The next day I received a "upgrade" to Cat I. I assume it is just a higher deck..is that correct? Thank you for any info.

 

Lindy

[Colo Cruiser]

I booked an inside cabin, cat M. The next day I received a "upgrade" to Cat I. I assume it is just a higher deck..is that correct? Thank you for any info.

 

Lindy

 

 

Yes a higher location.

[BAGLADY.45]

Thank you ColoCruiser!

 

Lindy

[Stevesan]

We booked a mini suite guaranteed on the Crown for 12/5. We paid for an AE catagory (whatever that means) and received notice that we have been "upgraded" to an AA catagory. So I am trying to understand what that really means? What is the difference? A mini is a mini, right? Some are not bigger than others, as best I can tell. We are on dolphin deck 523. Should I be happy?

 

Go to the Princess site and select deck plans, staterooms, etc for Crown.

 

http://www.princess.com/learn/ships/kp/index.html

[TomCruises]

We booked a mini suite guaranteed on the Crown for 12/5. We paid for an AE catagory (whatever that means) and received notice that we have been "upgraded" to an AA catagory. So I am trying to understand what that really means? What is the difference? A mini is a mini, right? Some are not bigger than others, as best I can tell. We are on dolphin deck 523. Should I be happy?

 

 

Why don't you check out the deck plan at the Princess website and answer your own question!:rolleyes:

[phillipahain]

Categories are not all about location and certainly not all equal

 

BEWARE of B428 B430 B432 and B429 B431 B433 On Grand Princess

 

These cabins CANNOT be converted to a Queen

 

They are cramped /badly furnished and downright inconvienient

 

Yet they are dead midships and BCs just like all the rest to either side of them

 

see http://www.photobucket.com/phillipahain

[TracieABD]

Categories are not all about location and certainly not all equal

 

BEWARE of B428 B430 B432 and B429 B431 B433 On Grand Princess

 

These cabins CANNOT be converted to a Queen

 

They are cramped /badly furnished and downright inconvienient

 

Yet they are dead midships and BCs just like all the rest to either side of them

 

see www.photobucket.com/phillipahain

 

Excellent point. There have been a couple of threads from very unhappy passangers, complete with pictures, about these specific cabins! I would not want to be in one.:mad:

[SHIPMEOUT]

Categories are not all about location and certainly not all equal

 

BEWARE of B428 B430 B432 and B429 B431 B433 On Grand Princess

 

These cabins CANNOT be converted to a Queen

 

They are cramped /badly furnished and downright inconvienient

 

Yet they are dead midships and BCs just like all the rest to either side of them

 

see www.photobucket.com/phillipahain

 

And yet on the Grand deck plans, these rooms are shown with the red dot that means "will accommodate third person" and the details for each of these rooms say "twin beds that make up into a queen size bed".

 

The lower part of the deck plan page shows an asterisk * symbol that means "two lower beds not convertible to queen"...but that asterisk symbol is not shown on any of the rooms mentioned.

 

Cindy

[phillipahain]

I agree ...........no asterisk ..........positively no warning that these cabins cannot be converted or that wardrobe space is cut back and bedside tables missing only those stupid 2inch deep cubbyholes

 

You cannot even sit up and read in bed

 

Avoid these cabins like the plague ...........they will of course allocate them to you if you select a BC Guarantee

 

That way you have no come back

[Colo Cruiser]

Excellent point. There have been a couple of threads from very unhappy passangers, complete with pictures, about these specific cabins! I would not want to be in one.:mad:

 

Where are the photos? I would like to see. :)

[phillipahain]

http://www.photobucket.com/phillipahain

 

What you see is what you get

 

2 single beds

1 desk unit

1 fridge

1 chair

 

1/2 size hanging space

bathroom has also been squeezed so the entrance space between toilet and shower is much smaller

[TracieABD]

I would hate to end up in one of those rooms. Less room for more price!

[phillipahain]

My sentiments entirely

 

and Princess wonders why some passengers are far from happy !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[Opinions]

Categories are not all about location and certainly not all equal

 

 

Is there anyway to find out the exact size of your cabin?..We have a balcony on the Caribbean Princess on a future cruise...When I asked Princess about the size I was told all the balconys were the same...Obviously not true...If one insists will they tell you the exact size and layout?