I just booked Boardwalk balcony stateroom #12729. It’s the last room on deck 12 at the aft end of the ship, with a view of the ocean and aqua theater. I took your recommendation and stayed away from the lower levels and zip line.
That’s great. It’s a long walk but to be able to watch the dive show from your balcony will be cool. I do recommend going and watching from the audience the first time. But after that, watching it from your balcony gives a different perspective
Just below a public deck can be loud. I’ve never had an issue, but I have heard this from some. However, being close to the elevators is not. It’s not like a hotel, the elevators will still be at the very least around the corner.
Hi Shannon! If I chose the interior guarantee for my family of four, will the ship pick a room that has a bunkbed or some sort of sleeping arrangement for my 2 kids? Or is there a chance we get just one bed for the four of us? Sorry if this is a dumb question. I have no idea what I am doing and trying to plan our first cruise without breaking the bank
@@tonytineo9453 very central. You are equal distance to each of the elevators. I personally prefer to be close to one set of elevators, but that is a personally preference. But that is a great location
A completely different experience, the two are not comparable; each has its own attributes and intrinsic value. Having enjoyed both, there are times when the intimacy of a pvt yacht is preferred and visa versa. Overall, as I am less tolerant of crowds these days, the yacht is generally preferred.
Thanks for your opinion. They are two different types of ships. One definitely is not as well acclamated for the open seas as the other. We also like the serenity of the private yacht.
I have used a couple. There are links in the description box. Jamie from Moms At Sea is great if you have families because she specializes in Royal and travel with kids
@@ShannonFord we are traveling without kids for the first time, as they are all up and graduated. My last experience with a TA was underwhelming, so I’m looking for recommendations. Thanks!
No personal experience, but looking at the deck plan, it's a standard balcony at the end. Just be prepared to walk a lot. We had a Boardwalk Balcony once in a similar location (end of the row) and it was a hike to get to the closest elevator. It wasn't awful, but I wouldn't select that area again.
Not to sound mean but who really cares how big a balcony is and a room. You got a huge ship to go explore which you probably can’t even explore the whole ship in a week. I’m going in March don’t know which room just know it’s a balcony. Don’t plan on sitting in my room or balcony for more than I have to.
We don't care about balcony size, though a lot of people do. Cabin size though is different, especially with a child. Having even 20 extra square feet can feel like a lot in a small stateroom. Everyone is different.
