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How to choose a stateroom that suits you best BY BARB SLIGL
T
he journey is the destination on a cruise ship.
And that means picking the right stateroom.
"I ask people to think about what type of stateroom
is going to give them the experience they're looking for,"
says Shelley Samycia of AMA Travel. It's about figuring
out if you'll utilize that balcony you're paying for. Itineraries
make a difference too. "When sailing the Alaska Inside
Passage, having a balcony is highly recommended –
same with Antarctica," says Samycia. And book early to
choose from many stateroom categories and locations.
Otherwise, you may end up above the thumping club or
swaying at the bow of the ship. Be the master of your
cruise-ship destiny – whether you like to party, lounge
poolside or daydream on your own balcony.
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Get spacious
Sometimes size does matter. And for those who want separate sitting
and sleeping areas (or even multi rooms), as well as VIP-style perks
(from extra amenities to private cabanas on the pool deck), the suite is
the luxe end of the staterooms spectrum.
GOOD TO KNOW: There's a wide range of styles, but typically a suite
is much larger than a balcony stateroom and includes bonuses such as
full bathrooms, more closet space, bigger balconies and TVs, as well
as butler/concierge services.
