gargoyle999 Posted August 18, 2009 #1 Share Posted August 18, 2009 I am considering doing a sort of back to back in Nov 2010. A 4 day on the Imagination followed by an 8 day on the Miracle. As the Imagination doesn't have non-suite balcony cabins I am thinking I would book a 4A in order to save money and just experience it. I've had a balcony on each of my cruises so far. I'm a "balcony snob" :D and being on the balcony is my favorite part of a cruise. Have any other balcony lovers booked an inside cabin and survived? :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cuyahoga11 Posted August 18, 2009 #2 Share Posted August 18, 2009 I survived in April on the Destiny, but just barely. I dont think I could ever do it again Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mr jailerman Posted August 18, 2009 #3 Share Posted August 18, 2009 I could not do it and be happy, I know that much :-). I LOVE THE CAT 12 Suites on the Fantasy Class ships and think they really are a good value for the money. I just had a Suite on the Imagination 8 weeks ago for the 4 nighter and we lived on that nice Balcony. Good luck on whatever you decide. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ehfl Posted August 18, 2009 #4 Share Posted August 18, 2009 I've had balcony rooms and inside rooms. It really doesn't matter. I can see where someone from a square state, who was not used to seeing waves, might get something out of a balcony cabin....(ooh...there's another wave....and another one....whoohooo). But you have to take the good with the bad with a balcony...nice views...but the chance of having a smoker next door, or loud people (or both). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crystal blue Posted August 18, 2009 #5 Share Posted August 18, 2009 99% of the time I book a balcony. I booked an inside cabin for the Freedom that leaves this coming Sunday. I did this because I had already vacationed 3 times already this year and wanted to save some money. I also know I would be enjoying an Aft Wrap on the Splendor in September. I can survive if it means more cruises! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jayscore Posted August 18, 2009 #6 Share Posted August 18, 2009 What? Not have at least an aft balcony? Oh, my God!:eek: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
salty dingo Posted August 18, 2009 #7 Share Posted August 18, 2009 We like the inside cabins. You can sleep really late and it stays nice and dark all the time. Balconies are nice, but so is saving money! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gargoyle999 Posted August 18, 2009 Author #8 Share Posted August 18, 2009 I can see where someone from a square state, who was not used to seeing waves, might get something out of a balcony cabin.... That would be me! :p Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gargoyle999 Posted August 18, 2009 Author #9 Share Posted August 18, 2009 What? Not have at least an aft balcony? Oh, my God!:eek: Tell me about it. I "downgraded" when I booked our cruise in Nov and only have an 8H midship. :( But the $300 extra for the 8I just wasn't worth it since we will have an aft wrap to Hawaii in April to look forward to. :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gargoyle999 Posted August 18, 2009 Author #10 Share Posted August 18, 2009 We like the inside cabins. You can sleep really late and it stays nice and dark all the time. Uh Oh...DW will hate that! For me it will be awesome! :D I used to work nights so we have blackout blinds. We do not agree on whether they should be opened or closed when we go to bed. :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KimberleyFL Posted August 18, 2009 #11 Share Posted August 18, 2009 I am considering doing a sort of back to back in Nov 2010. A 4 day on the Imagination followed by an 8 day on the Miracle. As the Imagination doesn't have non-suite balcony cabins I am thinking I would book a 4A in order to save money and just experience it. I've had a balcony on each of my cruises so far. I'm a "balcony snob" :D and being on the balcony is my favorite part of a cruise. Have any other balcony lovers booked an inside cabin and survived? :) What category did you book for the Miracle? If you have a balcony on the Miracle and that is the last part of your sort of b2b, then you can probably survive the first 4 days in an inside. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gargoyle999 Posted August 18, 2009 Author #12 Share Posted August 18, 2009 What category did you book for the Miracle? If you have a balcony on the Miracle and that is the last part of your sort of b2b, then you can probably survive the first 4 days in an inside. It will be either an 8I or Cat 11 aft wrap. :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Musky Ike Posted August 18, 2009 #13 Share Posted August 18, 2009 Would an OV be a possible compromise? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vacruizer Posted August 18, 2009 #14 Share Posted August 18, 2009 Only on the 2 day cruises we have done. Anything longer than 2 nights I want a balcony. Not only does the room seem tiny after having a balcony, it drives me nuts not to be able to look outside and see what the weather is doing. I am one of those people who can watch the sea for hours, though - I am mesmerized by the waves, the clouds, the flying fish, the other ships off in the distance, etc. I really like to feel connected to the sea and nature so an inside just doesn't do it for me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BlueC5Kitten Posted August 18, 2009 #15 Share Posted August 18, 2009 I've done the OV, but not an inside yet...was debating doing something similar to see if I could save a couple of sheckles and be able to cruise twice in a year's time. :D Let me know how that works out for you, okay? Happy Cruising! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marcyn Posted August 18, 2009 #16 Share Posted August 18, 2009 Hi there! U can do it... I don't care where I am on the ship!!! every time we get a balcony...we never use it...i don't see how u guys spend so much time out there!!!:eek: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OCruisers Posted August 18, 2009 #17 Share Posted August 18, 2009 :D You'll be fine! We've had everything from inside to very nice suites! Just try to think of each cruise as a different experience. Once we had an extra nice full suite (per fairy) on one cruise and the next year had a inside cabin. :eek: Crazy ... but it really did not bother us. Normally, we book a balcony ... but it's actually even fun to try a variety of cabins. It's not like you can't go back to what you like best the next time you cruise! :cool: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sangela Posted August 18, 2009 #18 Share Posted August 18, 2009 I"ve considered an inside on short cruises, but I can be a bit claustrophobic at times and need at least a window to look out of, so I don't think I can book an inside cabin and be comfortable. I"m fine with OV, but for a longer cruise I will cough up the extra $$$ for a balcony cabin. Love having my coffee and croissant on my balcony in the AM watching the sun come up...ahhhh. Worth every penny, IMO :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CWcruisers Posted August 18, 2009 #19 Share Posted August 18, 2009 We just did an inside on the Mariner of the Seas, 7 day because it was such a deal. But what we saved in cabin we spent on the bar tab! On the days it was too cold out on deck, I would normally grab a robe and a blanket and wrap up on the balcony and read. Instead, I went to a bar and read.:eek: Now I'll have to go back and read that same book again.:D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
deepnite10 Posted August 18, 2009 #20 Share Posted August 18, 2009 im now considering a OV cuz we ve been to the ports befor..but, never a inside.. but, if either a inside or not sailing id take the inside..:D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lhanson38 Posted August 18, 2009 #21 Share Posted August 18, 2009 I just did this also booked a IS on RC. Its only a 4 day cruise So I thought that it would be a great way to try a IS cabin and to try out RCC. We will see Leigh Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scott_F Posted August 18, 2009 #22 Share Posted August 18, 2009 99% of the time I book a balcony. I booked an inside cabin for the Freedom that leaves this coming Sunday. I did this because I had already vacationed 3 times already this year and wanted to save some money. I also know I would be enjoying an Aft Wrap on the Splendor in September. I can survive if it means more cruises! you sound like me exactly. 3rd cruise in 13 months, this time I'm booked for 8/23 conquest inside cabin, 10th deck. Wish me luck. :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BlueJacketsFan1 Posted August 18, 2009 #23 Share Posted August 18, 2009 Why not at least book a window cabin. You could at least be able to see outside. My wife and I have always booked balconies and we don't think we could ever cruise without one. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tiggerman101 Posted August 18, 2009 #24 Share Posted August 18, 2009 I think it depends on a lot of factors. I enjoy the balcony cabins and really enjoyed my aft balcony. However, I was fine in an OV cabin for my two Fascination cruises. I didn't want to spend that much more money for a suite in order to have a balcony. Honestly, I missed the couch in the cabin more then anything. I leave next week on a solo cruise and have a 1A interior. That should be interesting, but it doesn't bother me. My next 5 cruises are all aft wraps with the exception of my Oasis of the Seas cruise (where a normal balcony cabin is costing me a little more then my cat 11 aft wrap suite on the Spirit). Whatever I can afford and feel the need for at the time is what I will book. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sharecruises Posted August 18, 2009 #25 Share Posted August 18, 2009 I can't see the advantage of an "ocean view" ....a little window, often covered in salt..lets the light in ...for more money I guess a balcony is nice if you like to sit around. I don't. I am also single so traveling with a girlfriend we are not sitting around romantically, who needs it. Not to mention that I would flip if balcony neighbors smoked and I would not be able to enjoy it. I think some people just book them so they can use it as a traveling ashtray. I would hate to be next to them! Balconies are fine if you like them but I really don't get the extreme devotion to them. Maybe because I live in Florida and can go outside on my screened porch and look at palm trees or drive right down to a beautiful beach?? I use the cabin to shower, change clothes, sleep ...and I actually like the dark inside cabins , they are cozy and just order room service as a back up wake up call. I sleep like a baby <grin> Maybe a few Miami Vice's help too haha (not to mention...I have been on balconies and I feel nervous up there....worry that I will get stuck out there or something. They are not for everyone, and thanks to the money I save I am very happy that I actually LIKE inside cabins) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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