Cruising
Choosing a cruise cabin: what changes your week and what doesn't
Deck, position and category matter more than most first-time cruisers expect. A plain-language guide to picking well.
This one is still being written
The outline below is what it will cover. Rather than publish a generic article, Shanair writes these herself as the questions come up — so if this is what you need to know right now, just ask her directly.
What it will cover
- Inside, oceanview, balcony and suite — what you actually gain at each step
- Why deck position matters more than deck number
- Cabins to avoid: below the pool deck, above the theatre, near the anchor
- Motion and where it's felt least
- When a balcony is worth it, and when it genuinely isn't
- How cabin choice interacts with itinerary and port timings
Rather just ask?
The first call is free, and there is no faster way to get an answer specific to your trip.