To make my interior cabin a great experience

Taichi · November 18, 2003

Help! This will be by first interior cabin. Are there any tricks to making sure its a great experience. I've heard about how great a suite is, a balcony is or just having an outside. What have you done to make an interior cabin great fun?

sailinglisa · November 18, 2003

I have cruised in insides, outsides and balconies. The trick is not to think where you could be, but where you are! I totally like sleeping in the dark, even in the middle of the day for a nap if needed - insides make that possible. If having the sunlight in the morning is important to you, set the TV to the channel that has the bridge cam and turn the tv on during the night......as it gets light outside, it will get a little lighter in your cabin.

Remember that you are getting the same service, food and entertainment that everyone else on board is getting.

GottaCruz · November 18, 2003

Taichi,

We have cruised many times in inside cabins. We really enjoy the darkness in the morning , very conducive to sleeping late . For me, the cabin is very cozy. :P

I think sailinglisa's suggestion above about setting the tv, is a great one. :D

PEB · November 18, 2003

I have had many inside cabins. What you will find is you will not spend much time in your cabin. Other than the TV there really is nothing to look at. You will find it nice and dark for sleeping, you will also find if you take a nap you will have no clue what time it is because it will be dark. Make sure you have a clock to look at to keep track of time.

cruising2day · November 18, 2003

Bring items to make your cabin more homey. Bring simple decorations. Bring a clock. Bring a small picture of family. Inside cabins are great because they are quieter and they allow for all important naps and nightly sleeping. I wasn't claustrophobic at all. Relax and enjoy!

Dan · November 19, 2003

Well, I could give some tips, but this board is read by minors. LOL

We've had one inside cabin, and don't look back at it as being a lesser experience than the others with windows. You read a lot on various message boards with people saying they just could not enjoy having an inside cabin, especially after having balconies or being in suites. To me, these people don't know how to have fun on a cruise, if the cabin makes a difference to them. Sure, windows or balconies are nice to have, but if finances or availability dictates an inside, then that shouldn't be a drawback.

rccruisers · November 19, 2003

What have you done to make an interior cabin great fun?

Well, the most important thing....have your sweetie with you and plan on being out of the room more than in it. There is so much to do and we are only in there to shower, change clothes and sleep.

In our opinion, the cabin does not make the cruise....we do. Have Fun!! B)

Shari2 · November 19, 2003

How about ordering some nice flowers for the room, or if you're not allergic to perfumes, something to give a nice scent to the room(no candles of course).

Taichi · November 20, 2003

Thanks you guys, those were all wonderful suggestion and advice. Especially the TV Cam. Thanks SAILINGLISA! I will make the best of it and really enjoy myself.