kingsgirl Posted March 23, 2016 #1 Share Posted March 23, 2016 (edited) I'm looking for ways to cover an uncovered mini suite balcony on Coral's Caribe deck. Let's brain storm how you could do this. I'm thinking of a light weight and waterproof material that can be stung from the part that is partially covered to each balcony divider with those temporary hangers meant for walls in your house that peel off when you're finished with them? I'm trying to think of an idea for a Caribe deck mini suite situation on the Coral where it's only partially covered at best. It's an Alaskan cruise so we'd expect it to rain. [Previous options were other rooms at the front or aft of the ship that are covered. I expect wind and more pitch at the front and have read a few threads about vibrations in the back. Aft rooms may be too far of a walk for my Mom as well. We're trying to solve this problem because we want the extra space the couch area provides as we often spent a lot of time in the cabin having cookies and hot chocolate and watched the scenery go by. We'd like to do that again.] Any help or suggestions? Edited March 23, 2016 by kingsgirl Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shredie Posted March 23, 2016 #2 Share Posted March 23, 2016 I don't know if Princess will let you string up a tarp on the balcony. There might be safety concerns. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ar1950 Posted March 23, 2016 #3 Share Posted March 23, 2016 (edited) Why not just book one of the many fully covered mini-suite balconies? As far as the vibration issue in the aft section, I still think that you are confusing the issues with the Island that had cabins added during its dry dock and the Coral that DID NOT have those changes made during its dry dock. You seem obsessed with the Island issues that are NOT the issues with the Coral. From our experience, get a walker for your mom. We did for mine and it made a world of difference for her. Just sayin'. P.S. If it is Alaska, take an umbrella, you will probably need it (sun or rain?)........:D Edited March 23, 2016 by ar1950 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nanaoften Posted March 23, 2016 #4 Share Posted March 23, 2016 We went to Alaska in June of 2013 and it was hot with no rain... Maybe you will need the cover for sun! Hope you have fun! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Working 2 Cruise Posted March 23, 2016 #5 Share Posted March 23, 2016 I'm willing to bet that it will be forbidden by Princess. My husband has mobility issues. An aft cabin is usually fantastic as we have traditional dining. It's a short walk to the dining room! As for motion sickness, take some bonine if you're that sensitive. However, seas in Alaska are usually smooth. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
caribill Posted March 23, 2016 #6 Share Posted March 23, 2016 I'm willing to bet that it will be forbidden by Princess. a) Probably not fireproof b) probably not strong enough to stay attached with the wind when sailing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SteveH2508 Posted March 23, 2016 #7 Share Posted March 23, 2016 Tarpaulins flap in the wind and make a noise. If I were next door to that noise it would drive me nuts:mad:. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
donaldsc Posted March 23, 2016 #8 Share Posted March 23, 2016 Do you really think that you will be allowed to put such a thing up on your balcony. DON Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aquilegia Posted March 23, 2016 #9 Share Posted March 23, 2016 This won't be allowed for safety reasons. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
capriccio Posted March 23, 2016 #10 Share Posted March 23, 2016 Given that they caution you not to put clothes out on the balcony to dry I can't imagine that adding a tarp would be allowed! I do give the OP credit for imagination - usually when this question comes up someone is suggesting using a beach umbrella.:D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fishin' musician Posted March 23, 2016 #11 Share Posted March 23, 2016 (edited) Invest in some good (breathable) rain gear (which will also serve you well when you are off the ship). Edited March 23, 2016 by fishin' musician Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kendon Posted March 23, 2016 #12 Share Posted March 23, 2016 This won't be allowed for safety reasons. Yes! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CI66774 Posted March 23, 2016 #13 Share Posted March 23, 2016 Princess won't allow it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sunsetbeachgal Posted March 23, 2016 #14 Share Posted March 23, 2016 (edited) Look into changing cabins is what I would do. We were on the coral in January and they were offering upsells from balcony to Minisuites, but all that was left were the uncovered ones, no surprise. We did not do the upsell. I'm not sure if your question is tongue in cheek or not, but I am sure Princess won't allow you to string anything up on the balcony. Edited March 23, 2016 by sunsetbeachgal Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
floridalover5623 Posted March 23, 2016 #15 Share Posted March 23, 2016 They don't even like people hanging clothing on the balconies. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mith Posted March 23, 2016 #16 Share Posted March 23, 2016 We went to Alaska in June of 2013 and it was hot with no rain... Maybe you will need the cover for sun! Hope you have fun! You must of been on the cruise right before or after ours. The one before everyone was mad they didn't bring enough pairs of shorts. Ours we could barely stay on the covered balcony due to the cold and rain. :) For OP: Don't try to add or alter things on your balcony. You will likely get a loud talking to or even kicked off the ship. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AZ Ocean Lover Posted March 23, 2016 #17 Share Posted March 23, 2016 We are huge balcony lovers and like to spend as much time out there as possible but on some west coast, LA to Vancouver and reverse it can just be too cold or windy. We bring the chairs in from the balcony and face them out towards the balcony so we are actually sitting inside but can still enjoy the view. If it's not raining we open the door so you are not looking through glass. (I know it messes with the temperature). We'd much rather be on the balcony but sometimes you just need to get creative. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
westie1490 Posted March 23, 2016 #18 Share Posted March 23, 2016 This post is a wind up isn't it ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shredie Posted March 23, 2016 #19 Share Posted March 23, 2016 This post is a wind up isn't it ? Maybe, but I don't think so. OP might want to read the thread on the Star fire. After that incident, Princess put in place some new policies about what guests can or cannot do on balconies. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Loonbeam Posted March 23, 2016 #20 Share Posted March 23, 2016 To be clear, NOTHING is allowed to be attached to a balcony nor remain unattended on a Balcony for fire and wind reasons. You cannot hang flags nor have umbrellas, etc except for ones you actively hold. Leaving a towel out to dry is not allowed in case it blows into the ocean (this of course is not heavily enforced but it IS the rule. If you want shade, only way is to change cabins. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FritzG Posted March 23, 2016 #21 Share Posted March 23, 2016 April 1st isn't until next week--are you starting early? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kingsgirl Posted March 23, 2016 Author #22 Share Posted March 23, 2016 Here is a link to the thread on cruise critic talking about aft vibrations. http://boards.cruisecritic.com/showthread.php?t=340581 I'm just trying to be careful about it because I don't want it to ruin the cruise that will be very expensive for us. I am a bit hurt that you think that by researching old threads is considered being "obsessed". Why not just book one of the many fully covered mini-suite balconies? As far as the vibration issue in the aft section, I still think that you are confusing the issues with the Island that had cabins added during its dry dock and the Coral that DID NOT have those changes made during its dry dock. You seem obsessed with the Island issues that are NOT the issues with the Coral. From our experience, get a walker for your mom. We did for mine and it made a world of difference for her. Just sayin'. P.S. If it is Alaska, take an umbrella, you will probably need it (sun or rain?)........:D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VTX-AL Posted March 23, 2016 #23 Share Posted March 23, 2016 (edited) And of course, everyone is missing the most important reason of all , not to do it ........ it will greatly mess up all the folks on Baja deck who want to look down into your balcony ! :D ...VTX-Al Edited March 23, 2016 by VTX-AL Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OCruisers Posted March 23, 2016 #24 Share Posted March 23, 2016 No way Princess is going to allow it! It wouldn't be of much help to you anyway. Rain seldom if ever falls straight down especially when the ship is in motion and also there's normally wind. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kingsgirl Posted March 23, 2016 Author #25 Share Posted March 23, 2016 We bring the chairs in from the balcony and face them out towards the balcony so we are actually sitting inside but can still enjoy the view. If it's not raining we open the door so you are not looking through glass. (I know it messes with the temperature). We'd much rather be on the balcony but sometimes you just need to get creative. GREAT IDEA! [emoji4] This post is a wind up isn't it ? I promise you it wasn't. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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