What is a cove balcony

[carhopsrock]

Considering booking a balcony for our next cruise. Could someone please explain what a cove balcony is???

[oceanseagle12]

They are partially enclosed balconies, and on the main deck- the closet you will get a balcony to the water. I haven't been in one but will when I get the chance.

 

Here are some great pictures:

http://www.zydecocruiser.com/CarnivalDream/coveDummies.htm

[LaurieHoffman]

They are amazing! Had one last month on the Dream. We loved being so close to the water. Didn't feel the breeze of the ocean either. Lots of shade, so if sun is what you are looking for these will not be for you. I feel they are more private than other balconies as you can simply peek at your neighbors either. They are also a tiny bit larger than a regular balcony. The photo like as posted above is a great way to see what they look like. They are a great value for the $ and I can't wait to sail in one again, though only the Dream and Magic currently have them on Carnival..

[cruisin53]

We have a cove booked on the Magic in November. Can't wait!:D

[CruisersNC]

We just had a cove balcony on the Dream week before last...loved it!!! We like shade so it was perfect....and very quiet....have a great cruise!! :)

[kris12]

We have a cove booked for the Magic Transatlantic.........can't wait!!!!!

[Colorado Kat]

I love being close to the water! But be aware, if the weather is very rough, they will somehow close them up.

[RWolver672]

Instead of the glass railing on the bottom and open on the top like the other balconies, the openings are cut from the hull. http://travel.webshots.com/photo/2987906950030186251tqOhqh

[*Mach*]

I love being close to the water! But be aware, if the weather is very rough, they will somehow close them up.

 

 

It must have to be VERY rough indeed! I was on the Dream in a Cove balcony cabin. We had 30 foot seas and winds that peaked a 96 knots and they never closed our weather doors...

:)