Cruise holidays are a popular retreat for those seeking a little bit of luxury combined with the adventure of travelling to multiple far-flung locations. With many ships boosting their opulent onboard offering, coupled with the rising demand for cruise holidays, ticket prices can be expensive. While upgrading to a fancier cabin may be alluring, it comes with an added expense that can cause a huge strain on the wallet.
The type of cabin you have could actually make al the difference to your overall experience.
While the cheaper cabins are usually well up to standard, passengers are advised to keep an eye on where their cabin is located onboard the ship.
“If you’re worried about being seasick, request a room on a lower deck as close to the middle of the ship as possible,” said the experts at Lonely Planet.
“Megaships have dozens of different cabin types from interior rooms to suites with balconies.”
Cruise ship holidaymakers should also consider the amount of time they plan on spending in their cabin.
“Think critically about how your itinerary is shaping up – if you’re going to be out on shore excursions all day every day, then it’s hardly worth having a balcony,” penned the experts.
“If you’re claustrophobic or cringe at the thought of not having natural light, then it’s worth avoiding an interior cabin.”
For those hoping to get the best nights sleep, there are some other considerations to take into account.
Cruising expert Adam Coulter, UK Managing Editor at Cruise Critic, shared his top tips with Express.co.uk.
“Always pay close attention to where your cabin is located!” advised Coulter.
“Cabins directly below the pool deck, nightclub, theatre or bar are subject to loud noise – day and night.
“Also – beware of cabins toward the front of the ship on the lower decks near the engine or the anchor.
“When the ship pulls into port early in the morning, the sound of the anchor slowly dropping will wake even the heaviest of sleepers.”
It can be bad news for passengers who do find themselves in an unlucky room at the last minute.
This is why experts advise customers to do their research on the ship’s layout before they book their cabin.