Cabin Pressure - Which One For Your Cruise?
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For three, five, seven or however many days, the ship's cabin
will be your second home. Depending on your plans for rest and
relaxation, you might want to give some thought to your choice
of cabins. If you plan to be on the go, go, go and partake of
all the ship has to offer, then pay for the cheapest cabin rate.
After all, you will only be in your cabin to sleep and change
your clothes. However, if you need to be alone and plan to
huddle in your cabin at times, reconsider your options.
All cruise cabins are created for comfort with a sensible design
where you can move with ease. Nonetheless, all cruise cabins are
not the same. Your normal, average cruise ship cabin is going to
be smaller that what you would find at some landlocked hotel. To
compensate for the size, cruise lines spoil the passengers with
mints on their pillows, shampoos, bath gel, fluffy robes and
other amenities.
The cruise ship cabins were designed to make the best of the
least amount of space possible. Sure some cabins have more room
than others, but in any case, not a square inch is wasted. The
cruise literature depicts a roomy cabin but that is just
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trick
photography. The furnishings are utilitarian, but attractive.
There is often a queen or king sized bed that could be broken
down into twin beds if you were traveling with a companion other
than a spouse or significant other. A closet or wardrobe is also
in the cabin with a desk, bathroom, shower and chair. Depending
on the size of your cabin, you might even have a little nook
with a small couch and table.
Inside cabins tend to be the most economical. If you do not mind
not having any windows or portholes to see outside, then this
might be the choice for you. Inside cabins are usually about the
same size as the outside cabins. It does tend to be darker when
you have an inside cabin, so keep that in mind.
Outside cruise ship cabins have a window or a few portholes,
which allow the sunshine to come into your cabin. If you are
susceptible to claustrophobia and the thought of an inside cabin
with no window gives you the shakes, book an outside cabin.
If enjoying the ocean views in the privacy of your own cabin is
a must, consider booking an outside cabin with a balcony or
terrace. This option is pricier, but it gives you a
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private view
of the ocean with your own little deck.
If you have the expendable cash and want the "ooh-la-la" factor,
consider the cruise ship suite option. Just picture the usual
amenities along with some excess square footage. You definitely
have room to maneuver! You'll have extras like a
mini-refrigerator and a private veranda.
The only thing about booking a cabin is that you cannot pick
what part of the ship you want. You pay the going rate for the
kind of cabin you want and hope for the best when it comes to
its location like being near elevators or the bow are of the
ship. If you are worried about seasickness, request a cabin on
the lower decks. You may not be able to be accommodated, but it
never hurts to ask. Just remember to keep in mind why you are on
the cruise in the first place. Choose the best type of cabin for
your needs and enjoy your cruising experience.
About the author:
Kirsten Hawkins is a cruise and travel expert specializing in
discount cruises and travel. Visit
http://www.luxury-cruise-deals.com/ for more information on how
to cruise the world for little or no money.
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