Thread: Do you use your balcony (in good weather)?

Originally Posted by LuLu

It's not the type of cabin .... It's how much you enjoy the cruise!

Yes, of course, but the cabin can add a lot to the enjoyment of the cruise.

Originally Posted by LuLu

It's not the type of cabin .... It's how much you enjoy the cruise!

Originally Posted by reggierail

Yes, of course, but the cabin can add a lot to the enjoyment of the cruise.

I've stayed at least once in each main class of cabin; interior, ocean view, balcony and suite. Luckily I've done them in that order because, for me, as I've experienced each one, I don't think there's any going back for me!

Our first balcony was back in 2002 and every cruise after that had been in a balcony. In November I experienced my first Suite and I cannot imagine cruising without one of those now! It's a horrible trick they play on you

My wife always goes to bed very early and I love to read out there before bed. Don't think I'll ever cruise without one again.

I love the relax time with a book and smoke...
on the balcony... I use it alot .... love it..
worth it to me ...
Many have said... Once you book a balcony cabin, you NEVER go back.. so TRUE..

The last 2 cruises we been on had the Extended Balcony (Carnival offers toward the front of Legend & Miracle) We loved siting out there for the sunset/rise or to enjoy a mid-day sandwich or a drink... The last 2 cruises we had at least one night of severe weather.. My fav thing to do is go out on the deck and watch the waves hit the ship and feel as the breeze takes mist to my face... At 2am pitch-black sea and a tiny ship on a never ending ocean.. gave me goosebumps.. Loved it though!

We tend to cruise Carnival. Their policy permits us to bring two (2) bottles of wine on board. We usually pack a riesling and a gewurtz. Chilled, these are delightful complements to fruit (raided from the Lido). It makes for a mini-celebration -- a chance to relax, to reprise the day and to discuss the morrow.

And where better than on the balcony, weather permitting?

Originally Posted by suntanshipshape

Yup, don't like tan lines.

Remembered one more good one...

We sleep with the door open, something about those waves at night...

I do use the balcony often. If the stern balconies are not available I will settle for an aft stateroom. I just prefer to be more to the rear of the ship that forward. The stern rooms are preferable, it is nice to watch the wake, especially at night when the moon illuminates it. I also think it is a lot quieter at the rear of the ship. Some people have said the ship vibrates and shakes when it comes into port, but that has never bothered us.

Annieeee

Only cruise on a balcony, both times it was great. DH & myself smoke so we have to have the balcony. I love it for the peace and quiet, when you just want to get away.