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Cruise Cabin Reviews

Cruise cabin advice you won’t always hear from the cruise lines. I’ve stayed in inside cabins, outside cabins, balconies and suites and my honest opinion might surprise you. Here’s what actually matters when you’re choosing a cabin, and what really doesn’t.

I Stayed in a Controversial Cabin With NO PRIVACY – Cabins Opposite – MSC World Europa

18/06/202509/01/2024

Normally if you take a cruise in a balcony cabin you can expect your own little private place where you can see out but nobody can see you. That isn’t what happened on my last cruise though because I booked … Read more

Tags cabin, MSC
Ocean View Azamara Pursuit

Azamara Ocean View Cabins – Real Opinions and Review

18/02/202610/12/2023

If you are taking a cruise with Azamara you may be wondering if an Oceanview cabin is a good choice. In this article, I will review the oceanview cabin 4056 onboard Azamara Pursuit. Azamara has four cruise ships – Azamara Quest, … Read more

Tags Azamara, cabin review
Emma cruises Arvia balcony

We Stayed in 3 Different Balcony Cabins (P&O’s Arvia and Iona) – Comparison

15/03/202409/12/2023

If you are considering sailing on P&O’s Arvia or Iona, you may wonder if a balcony cabin would suit you. I have stayed in three types in the past. P&O’s Arvia and Iona are sister ships. I have sailed on … Read more

Tags Arvia, cabin review, Iona, P&O Cruises
Obstructed view balcony cabin

Obstructed View Balcony Cabin – This Controversial Cabin Surprised Me!

18/06/202513/10/2023

I’ve just been on a cruise – staying in a balcony cabin that has a quirky downside that I’ve never encountered on a ship before.  The cruise lines don’t advertise cabins like these, and most people have no idea that … Read more

Tags asia, cabin, obstructed view, Royal Caribbean
Queen Mary 2

I Cruised in The Cheapest Cabin on the World’s LAST Ocean Liner – Queen Mary 2

18/06/202511/10/2023

When I took a cruise on the last remaining Ocean Liner in the world, and I stayed in the cheapest cabin on board the entire ship. It was less than half the size of the average hotel room in the … Read more

Tags cabin review, Cunard
norwegian prima emma cruises

Get The Best Cabin for Your Budget! Hints, Tips and Examples of How to Save Money Without Downgrading Your Cabin Type

17/06/202513/09/2023

Types Of Cabin Available In this article we look at the main types of cabins available, and ways to save money without necessarily downgrading your cabin type. I am a big fan of booking the cheapest inside cabin but there … Read more

Tags cabins, cruise tips

What is The Best Cabin Location on a Cruise For Avoiding Seasickness? (I’ve Tried Them All!)

21/05/202501/08/2023

If you’re someone who gets seasick easily, you will want to book the best cabin to minimise any risk of seasickness. The last thing you want is to feel the motion of the ship all day and night, leaving you … Read more

Tags cruise seasick

Norwegian Prima. Cabin Reviews and Cabins To Avoid (Real Photos – I Stayed Onboard)

21/05/202531/07/2023

If you are taking a cruise on Norwegian Prima you may be wondering which cabin would suit you. I have just disembarked a cruise on Norwegian Prima after a wonderful trip to Bermuda. We sailed from New York City, a … Read more

Tags Norwegian Cruise Line

I Stayed in Royal Caribbean’s “Neighbourhood Balcony” (Unexpected Pros and Cons)

28/05/202526/07/2023

Normally if you take a cruise in a balcony cabin you can look forward to views of the ocean and the ports that you’ll be visiting. That is not what happened on my last cruise though because I stayed in … Read more

Tags cabin review, Neighbourhood balcony cabin
norwegian prima balcony cabin

Inside my Favourite Balcony Cabin I’ve Ever Stayed In (Norwegian Prima)

21/05/202521/06/2023

I’ve been cruising for years and have stayed in balcony cabins on Norwegian cruise ships in the past, so when I boarded the Norwegian Prima and found my cabin, I thought I knew what to expect.  ad – This content … Read more

Tags cabin review, Norwegian Prima
fred olsen borealis terrace cabin

Fred Olsen’s Borealis – Cabin Reviews and Cabins To Avoid

22/02/202621/06/2023

If you are taking a cruise on Borealis, you may be wondering which cabin would suit you best. Borealis – A New Ship for Fred Olsen – But Not New Borealis was brought by Fred Olsen from Holland America Line … Read more

Tags cabin review, Fred Olsen
norwegian prima balcony cabin

Norwegian Prima – Balcony Cabin – Real Review and Photo Guide (I Spent a Week Onboard)

21/05/202521/06/2023

If you are taking a cruise on Norwegian Prima, you may be wondering if a balcony cabin is a good option for you.  In this article, we look at what you will get if you book a standard balcony cabin. … Read more

Tags Norwegian Cruise Line
Emma cruises Queen Anne inside cabin

I Always Book Guaranteed Cabins on Cruise Ships – (Photo Examples, Regrets & More)

14/05/202503/04/2023

If you are booking a cruise, you may see the term “Guaranteed Cabin” as an option when booking. You may be wondering what this actually means, and is it something you should consider? In this article, we explore guaranteed cabins … Read more

azamara fridge

Do Cruise Ship Cabins Have Fridges? (Mini Bars, Sizes & More)

14/05/202528/03/2023

If you are taking a cruise you might wonder if the cabin you have booked will have a fridge. In this article, we look at which cruise lines put a fridge or mini bar into your room, and what they … Read more

Norwegian cabin

Are Cruise Ship Cabins Soundproof? (Thin Walls, Balconies and Travelling Sound)

14/05/202524/03/2023

If considering a cruise you might wonder if the cabin you book will be soundproof. I’ve been cruising since I was 11 and In this article, we look at this question and highlight things to consider before you choose and … Read more

Tags cabins
Azamara Onward Cabin

I Booked The Cheapest Cabin on a LUXURY CRUISE – Azamara Inside Cabin Review

08/05/202525/01/2023

With most mainstream cruise lines it’s pretty common for a cruise ship to have at least a third of its cabins inside the ship without any windows. That can often mean thousands of inside cabins on the big ships, but … Read more

Tags Azamara, cabin review, inside cabin
MSC Preziosa and Divina Premium Balcony Cabin

The Difference Between Junior and Premium Balcony Cabins (MSC Preziosa/MSC Divina)

28/10/202422/10/2022

If you are taking a cruise on the MSC Preziosa or Divina you might be wondering what the difference is between junior and premium balconies. I recently cruised on the MSC Preziosa and was upgraded to a premium balcony as … Read more

Tags cabin review, Divina, MSC, msc preziosa

Sheltered Balcony Cabin Pictures and Honest Review – Queen Mary 2

09/04/202520/02/2022

If you are taking a cruise on the Queen Mary 2 you may be wondering if a sheltered balcony cabin is a good option for you. Sheltered balcony cabins on Queen Mary 2 are cheaper than standard balcony cabins, so … Read more

Tags Cunard, queen mary 2

Queen Mary 2 – Inside Cabin Photo Guide and Honest Review

09/04/202520/02/2022

If you are taking a cruise on the Queen Mary 2 you may be wondering if an inside cabin is a good option for you. I’ve just disembarked a cruise onboard the QM2, where I stayed in an inside cabin. … Read more

Tags Cunard, queen mary 2
p&O iona exterior

I Booked The Cheapest Cabin on a MEGA Cruise Ship

15/03/202416/11/2021

When cruise lines advertise their cruises, you’ll always see beautiful people enjoying their balcony cabins. Over 1/3rd of people cruising on modern ships though aren’t enjoying the balcony life – a huge percentage of cruise ship cabins don’t even have … Read more

Tags inside cabin, Iona, p&o
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