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Old September 29th, 2009, 05:20 PM
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Really - except for a little bit more square footage (something like 20?) is there any difference between Deluxe and Superior Ocean Views W Balcony?
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I believe the only difference is the space and perhaps the location on the ship.
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The 20 Sq.ft really makes a difference on that size cabin. On these occassions Size really does matter.
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An E category balcony will have a love seat where a D category has a couch.
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The 20 Sq.ft really makes a difference on that size cabin. On these occassions Size really does matter.
LOL. Thank you. (And that was funny)
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Depending on the price differential, it really does make a difference. The SOV cabin feels alot larger, and on longer cruises can make your trip that much more enjoyable. JMHO
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The 20 Sq.ft really makes a difference on that size cabin. On these occassions Size really does matter.
Funny, but wife tells me it's not the size but the motion of the ocean that counts.
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Ask the Captain to turn the stabalizers OFF.
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The 20 Sq.ft really makes a difference on that size cabin. On these occassions Size really does matter.
Lol That made me smile!
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An E category balcony will have a love seat where a D category has a couch.
Hi Sue,
Good to know that info! I finally booked another cruise, so time to pop back on the boards! Good to see you!
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The 20 Sq.ft really makes a difference on that size cabin. On these occassions Size really does matter.

In order to have an aft on the Navigator, I gave up a D1. I really regretted it. The reason size really matters is that the extra space is in such an IMPORTANT area of the cabin. Its your getting ready area. Also the extra storage and counter space on the desk is a huge plus.
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Good to know that info! I finally booked another cruise, so time to pop back on the boards! Good to see you!


Hey how are you ? Going on my next in 10 days, can't wait. I want to do a Solstice class on Celebrity next. and we are going to do Sandals for a week.
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The "superior" OV's are larger (in the cabin) than a "deluxe"...every sq. inch counts on a ship...especially RCI...they have some of the smaller cabins, (depending on ship)...
The balcony will be as wide as the cabin.
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