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I Stayed in 8 Of The Most Controversial Cruise Ship Cabins

27/05/2026

I’ve stayed in some of the best and some of the worst cabins on cruise ships, many with features I never expected to find at sea. I was surprised to realise that the worst weren’t the cheapest and the best … Read more

Tags cabins, Conservatory suite, controversial, infinite veranda, inside cabin, quirky, unusual
Emma cruises balcony

Is It Worth Upgrading From An Inside Cabin On A Cruise?

07/05/2026

People seem to think that inside cabins are very basic, and everyone’s goal in life is to have a balcony cabin. Upgrading can be lovely, but it’s not as essential as many people think. Whether I book a balcony cabin … Read more

Tags balcony cabin, inside cabin, money saving cruise tips, Oceanview cabin

Why You’re (Probably) Not Getting A Free Cabin Upgrade

07/05/2026

Lots of people believe that if they are loyal to a cruiseline, very lucky, or extra polite, they might get a free cabin upgrade. Unfortunately, more and more upgrades aren’t random acts of kindness, they’re business decisions. Understanding this can … Read more

Tags balcony cabin, bid to upgrade, cabin category, cruise info, inside cabin, oceanview, upgrade

Azamara Cruises. Real Cabin Reviews and Cabins To Avoid (With Photos)

19/03/202619/03/2026

If you are taking a cruise with Azamara, you may be wondering which cabin type would suit you best. All of their ships are virtually identical in size, decor, and style, so whichever ship you are looking at booking, this … Read more

Tags Azamara, Azamara Journey, Azamara Onward, Azamara Pursuit, balcony cabin, cabin review, inside cabin, Oceanview cabin, Veranda Plus cabin
obstructed view

3 Reasons Why Ticking the Automatic Upgrade Box on a Cruise May Be a Mistake

23/06/2025

When you book your cruise online, look out for the box to tick to agree to – or decline an upgrade. If you book through a travel agent, make it clear if you don’t want an auto upgrade. While that … Read more

Tags auto upgrade, cabin location, cabin upgrade, inside cabin, Obstructed view cabin, ocean view cabin

Inside Cabin for 4 Adults? Here’s What No One Tells You!

01/04/2025

Booking an inside cabin is often far cheaper than booking a balcony cabin. If you are cruising on a budget, an inside cabin can be a great way to have a fantastic cruise holiday without breaking the bank. After all, … Read more

Tags family cruising, four berth cabin, inside cabin, money saving

Queen Mary 2 – Atrium View Inside Cabin Review

28/01/2025

I’ve recently disembarked a cruise, where I stayed in the smallest cabin on the entire ship. It has a feature that I’ve never seen on a cruise ship before, and although my cabin is inside, it’s definitely not what you … Read more

Tags cabin tour, Cunard, inside cabin, ocean liner, ocean view cabin, Seasickness

I Booked The Cheapest Cabin on Fred.Olsen’s Smallest Ship – Balmoral (L Shaped Beds!)

22/02/202615/01/2025

If you are taking a cruise on Fred. Olsen’s smallest ship, Balmoral, you might be wondering whether an inside cabin would suit you. My parents booked a last-minute cruise on her and booked the cheapest cabin onboard. This is what … Read more

Tags Balmoral, cabin review, Fred Olsen, inside cabin
Emma cruises Queen Anne inside cabin

How to Avoid the Most Common Inside Cabin Problems on Your Cruise

06/12/2024

Inside cabins are a great way to save money when you cruise, but they do come with their quirks. If you’re prepared, though, you can avoid some of the common issues and make your inside cabin just as comfortable as … Read more

Tags Budget Cruise, cruise tips, inside cabin
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MSC Preziosa – Inside Cabin Photo Review – Space, Bathroom, Cleanliness and More

08/12/202403/12/2024

If you’re planning a cruise on MSC’s Preziosa (or MSC’s Divina, as she is identical), you may want to save money and book an inside cabin. When I stayed onboard, I was upgraded to a balcony cabin. My parents recently … Read more

Tags Cruise review, inside cabin, msc cruises, Preziosa

I Stayed In The Smallest Cabin on a BRAND NEW Cruise Ship

20/11/202420/11/2024

If you’ve ever seen a cruise line advertise their cruises, you’ll notice that they usually show you balcony cabins. They don’t share that many rooms have no outside space at all, and a massive percentage don’t even have windows. Inside … Read more

Tags cabin review, Cunard, inside cabin, Queen Anne
Emma Cruises QM2 Inside cabin

The Pros and Cons of Booking a Balcony vs. An Inside Cabin

22/10/2024

When booking your cruise, choosing the type of cabin is one of the most important decisions you will have to make. The type of cabin will have a big impact on your cruise experience. If you have a balcony cabin … Read more

Tags balcony cabin, Booking, cruise info, inside cabin, Obstructed view cabin, ocean view cabin
Aurora inside cabin

I Paid £50 Extra to Pick my Inside Cabin Because of THIS Feature I’ve Never Seen Before

13/01/202504/09/2024

I recently went on a cruise and stayed in an inside cabin with a very quirky feature.  The cabin was located right in the middle of deck 11 without any access to daylight or the outside world. I spent most … Read more

Tags Aurora, bruges, cabin review, inside cabin, P&O Cruises, short cruise
Anthem of the Seas Virtual balcony cabin

7 Days in The Most Controversial “INSIDE” Cabin (Virtual Balcony Review)

09/07/2024

I’ve just returned from a cruise and staying in an inside cabin with a feature I’ve never seen on any cruise ship before. I didn’t know my cabin would have this when I booked it and I spent most of … Read more

Tags cabin review, inside cabin, Royal Caribbean

I Stayed in The Biggest Inside Cabin (P&O Aurora Review)

18/02/202621/05/2024

If you are taking a cruise on P&O’s Aurora you may be wondering if an inside cabin is a good choice for you. This review is based on my thoughts on cabin number A297, it was a MASSIVE inside cabin. … Read more

Tags cabin review, inside cabin, p&o, P&O Cruises, Ship review
carnival magic inside cabin

What It’s Really Like to Stay in The Cheapest Cabins on Cruise Ships (5 Examples)

18/06/202519/03/2024

Inside cabins are often the smallest, cheapest cabins found on ships. From the cheapest to the most expensive – I stay in them all.  They have everything I need for a comfortable stay, and they are a very cost-effective way … Read more

Tags cruise tips, inside cabin, money saving
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
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

P&O Iona Inside Cabin Photo Review – Space, Bathroom, Cleanliness and More

10/10/202409/11/2021

If you’re planning a cruise on P&O’s Iona you may be considering booking an inside cabin. I’ve recently disembarked a 7-night cruise onboard Iona, where I stayed in an inside cabin, and in this post, we will look at the … Read more

Tags cabin review, inside cabin, Iona, p&o
Emma cruises Queen Anne inside cabin

Cruise Ship Interior Cabins – Simple Photo Guide

05/03/202529/09/2020

If you are considering taking a cruise, you may wonder what an interior cabin is and if you should book one. When cruise lines advertise cruise prices, they almost always advertise the price of an interior cabin. I’ve stayed in … Read more

Tags cabins, inside cabin, interior cabin
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