PatchesC1980

1 hour ago, Nic6318 said:

Hi

 

Welcome to cruise critic.

 

I wouldn't worry too much about being moved out of a chosen cabin. Typically if there is an issue with occupancy numbers, they will either not allow the booking entirely, or warn you at the time of booking.

 

My comment would be more about the fact that you made it sound that it took a bit of encouragement to get your husband to agree. If he was a hard sell then you really would like to make the best of the opportunity if you would hope to do it again. Those shorter cruises aren't the best reflection of "cruising" generally. They are often on smaller, older ships. The itinerary would obviously be limited. Very often it is attractive to a crowd that is just looking for a place to party, especially with cruise lines that might have "included" beverage packages. If this is what you are looking for, then it could be a good fit, but if not, consider a cruise of at least 5 days. Many people would consider it just not worth the effort to go on a 3 or 4 day cruise. The first day is often an energy drain (especially if you have to travel to the port) and the last day you will be packing and depending on your situation will be turning in early because you will have to be up and out of your cabin early.

 

hope this helps

have a great cruise

 

once you have settled on where you want to go and with which cruise line be sure you come back and ask specific questions on the dedicated threads for the cruise line you want to sail on. If you are a first time cruiser, I always suggest you ask questions here before you commit to anything that can't be undone without a penalty fee for anything you are unsure about.

His main "against" is he's not fond of the interior cabins due to size and no window, which is easy to work around with budget and when we travel. The length is more of time constraints on the amount of time work will allow off at once right now (hopefully change in 2 years) We aren't much for partying but more adrenaline junkies, theme parks type so leaning towards Royal Caribbean, Carnival is less attractive because of 13yo offerings on the smaller ships.

I've finally gotten my husband on board with possibly doing a cruise. Right now it would only be a 3 or 4 night cruise. Something I haven't found an answer for is this: We will only be a family of 3, if we book a room that has a 4, 5, or 6 occupancy can we be forced to move even if we paid the extra the pick a specific room? Alot I've seen is 4 occupancy, or possibly connecting 2 interior rooms, which again would have us under occupancy.