motherof Posted October 15, 2017 #51 Share Posted October 15, 2017 As much as possible. Nothing like sitting out on the balcony with a cup of tea and a good book. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jasukkie Posted October 15, 2017 #52 Share Posted October 15, 2017 Hours reading and just watching the sea. Next time I'm going to rig a hammock and get some serious nap time out there too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clarea Posted October 15, 2017 #53 Share Posted October 15, 2017 We keep the balcony door open a lot for the sound of the waves and fresh air. ... Oh, you're the ones that are keeping my stateroom from getting cool. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
culvercitycruiser Posted October 15, 2017 #54 Share Posted October 15, 2017 Breakfast every morning Watching us come into port and leave port In the evening Weather check before I leave the room Anytime I need to be away from 2,000-3,000 of my closest friends in the common areas Watching the night time sky and any lights from the land I do love my balcony Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ladysilver Posted October 15, 2017 #55 Share Posted October 15, 2017 We love having a balcony! When we can afford it, we use ours A LOT. Sailaway, relaxing, reading, morning coffee, before bedtime star gazing. Also we love watching the ship pull into the ports and we especially love watching the runners trying to get back to the ship at sailaway time! :D:D:D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pstreet12 Posted October 15, 2017 #56 Share Posted October 15, 2017 We book balconies just for the size of the room. We very rarely use it, maybe 4-5 minutes in the morning just checking things out, and maybe 5-10 minutes in the evening before dinner. We always ask ourselves why we book balconies, but we always come down to we like the cabin, more then the actual balcony space. Us, too. We don't use it except sometimes to check the weather. We like the light and the ability to go out if we want. On rare occasions, we've had breakfast there or gone out to read a book, but, mostly, we don't use it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SRF Posted October 15, 2017 #57 Share Posted October 15, 2017 We use it a lot. Some in the morning. Sometimes breakfast. Or just a relax and enjoy the view at times. Watching sunrise or sunset. A cuddle in the evening. And at night, if awake, just to look at the stars. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cruisegirl6 Posted October 15, 2017 #58 Share Posted October 15, 2017 Like I said above, we don't use the balcony more than an hour in a weeks cruise if that....I do like to have the balcony because when docked at a port I go out there for a few minutes to check things out "outside", and we have it for the extra natural light that comes into our room and the windows to look out at the weather. Surely an Oceanview stateroom would be perfect for us, but should an emergency happen where we loose ac/electric and such I feel more safe having the balcony. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
madiaka Posted October 15, 2017 #59 Share Posted October 15, 2017 3 times per day at least. I like to have coffee and a continental breakfast before my husband and son wake up. And then before and after dinner or evening activities. It's nice to sit outside and wait while others get ready. Plus, I like to get fresh air without having to go out on deck. Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FLACRUISER99 Posted October 15, 2017 #60 Share Posted October 15, 2017 A lot:D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EmeraldCoastCruisers Posted October 15, 2017 #61 Share Posted October 15, 2017 When I'm able to splurge on a balcony, I'm out there constantly. I'll order room service and have it out there. When I get back from a port day, I'll sit out there to unwind and look at any pictures I took. Before I get ready for dinner, I'll be out there again for a bit and then before bed, I'm out there listening to the waves. I cruise mainly because I love being on the water, so when I'm in a balcony, I fully enjoy it. My next cruise will be a hump JS - I'm so looking forward to it! I could have written this so ditto!!!!!! Well, with the exception of the JS portion. However, one of upcoming cruises we did book an Aft Balcony in the back of the ship!!! Looking forward to that! Sent from my iPad using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
olya1972 Posted October 15, 2017 #62 Share Posted October 15, 2017 Oh, you're the ones that are keeping my stateroom from getting cool. What does that mean? I have no idea what you and the other poster saying "don't do it" mean? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cruisegirl6 Posted October 15, 2017 #63 Share Posted October 15, 2017 When somebody keeps their balcony door open it effects the ac unit which means the cabins around that area also are effected, mainly are warmer and can't cool down like it should, creating warm cabin temperatures in many cabins. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
olya1972 Posted October 15, 2017 #64 Share Posted October 15, 2017 Please don’t do this, the ships air conditioning system is negatively impacted when balcony doors are left open. By doing this you may be comfortable in your room but your making it worse for those cabins around you. I didn't read your post and just posted a question to someone else on this thread asking what is the problem with my open door. Thank you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
olya1972 Posted October 15, 2017 #65 Share Posted October 15, 2017 When somebody keeps their balcony door open it effects the ac unit which means the cabins around that area also are effected, mainly are warmer and can't cool down like it should, creating warm cabin temperatures in many cabins. Thank you for explaining, I had just read further into this thread ( I was reading backwards) and saw the answer. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DirtyDawg Posted October 15, 2017 #66 Share Posted October 15, 2017 Caribbean cruises; Sea Days 5 hours, 27 minutes and 32 seconds Port Days 3 hours,17 minutes and 22 seconds Alaska cruises; Sea Days 8 hours, 43 minutes and 12 seconds Port days 5 hours, 37 minutes and 54 seconds (More daylight) Mediterranean Cruises; ........................................................ or as FLACRUISER99 said..... A lot:D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Lionesss Posted October 15, 2017 #67 Share Posted October 15, 2017 We usually have a drink or take an afternoon nap on the balcony. Love just randomly walking out there at different times, day or night, to listen to the waves. Sea Ya Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare APDMOM Posted October 15, 2017 #68 Share Posted October 15, 2017 When we have a balcony with a lounger (like corner aft): about 5-8 hours per day (including nap) :D When we have a regular balcony with no lounger: about 2-4 hours per day, depending on the weather. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gliles Posted October 15, 2017 #69 Share Posted October 15, 2017 I would say several hours. I go out there with coffee and a book in the morning while Hubby sleeps in then we are out there when we arrive/depart each port. Again in the afternoon just to stare at the sea and then again at night just to wind down. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OCruisers Posted October 15, 2017 #70 Share Posted October 15, 2017 Only to walk outside to check the weather. :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cruzlover7 Posted October 15, 2017 #71 Share Posted October 15, 2017 We start every morning off with Baileys and coffee. We often sit out on the balcony before dinner with a glass of wine. End the night relaxing on it before turning in. It's a great escape from the hustle and bustle and noise at any time of day. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aquahound Posted October 15, 2017 #72 Share Posted October 15, 2017 Evert day for breakfast: And to watch as we sail into the sunset. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cruisegirl6 Posted October 15, 2017 #73 Share Posted October 15, 2017 So, those who eat their breakfast out on the balcony, and looking at Aquahounds photo of his, you can't get all that type food in room service....do you actually go to the buffet and bring back your breakfast?? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clarea Posted October 15, 2017 #74 Share Posted October 15, 2017 So, those who eat their breakfast out on the balcony, and looking at Aquahounds photo of his, you can't get all that type food in room service....do you actually go to the buffet and bring back your breakfast?? Yes, we've done a similar thing. Room service for coffee, juice, and fruit. Windjammer for the rest. This way you only have to carry one plate from WJ. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aquahound Posted October 15, 2017 #75 Share Posted October 15, 2017 So, those who eat their breakfast out on the balcony, and looking at Aquahounds photo of his, you can't get all that type food in room service....do you actually go to the buffet and bring back your breakfast?? That pic was room service breakfast....granted, that particular pic was on Celebrity Solstice. Is hot breakfast no longer available on RCI for room service? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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