NEW CRUISER - CHOOSING A STATEROOM
May 24th, 2012, 04:26 PM
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Not sure what you mean. Cabins usually start on decks higher than this, like 4 or 5. Lower decks are typically inside cabins or cabins with a window.
If you think you may be prone to motion sickness then you want low and middle. If not the cabins with balconies are usually higher up.
If you think you may be prone to motion sickness then you want low and middle. If not the cabins with balconies are usually higher up.
May 25th, 2012, 08:05 AM
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Jacketwatch is correct. There are decks below the passenger decks where crew members have their cabins (off limits to passengers).
When I started cruising, I would get a cabin on the lowest passenger deck (outside with a porthole). Nothing wrong with that deck other than the ocean seems really close from the porthole and water may splash on it in windy/rough weather.
When I started cruising, I would get a cabin on the lowest passenger deck (outside with a porthole). Nothing wrong with that deck other than the ocean seems really close from the porthole and water may splash on it in windy/rough weather.
May 26th, 2012, 09:34 AM
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On some ships that we have been on Deck 1 is the deck where the pursers office and excursion office are located, and also the dining room. Problem is thta there can be a good bit of traffic. Look at the deck plans for the ship you are considering. That may help you decide.
Jun 5th, 2012, 02:34 PM
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I saw deck 1 offered on some ships, don't remember which cruise company. This is the lowest deck, so the motion is the smallest - this would be good for people with motion sickness BUT if you are in front, you can feel the motor vibration and the anchor being released - this is what I was told by people who were below us.
Jun 10th, 2012, 06:14 AM
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Generally the higher decks are more desirable. Choosing a cabin mid ship is convenient to lifts/stairs I prefer the Starboard side traveling north and port traveling south for viewing Try to avoid booking stateroom on decks with lots of public areas...such as theatres as the traffic and noisy travelers passing your stateroom especially late in the evening can be disturbing
