Re: Balcony vs. Window Suite

[Majkman]

I can't seem to find the original post about this discussion from a few days ago, but I had a question about it anyway.

 

Someone was asking if the Upgrade Fairy named Ozzy visited them and gave them a choice in remaining on their balcony or moving to a window suite, would they move. A lot of responses were to move to the suite where they can take advantage of the additional perks.

 

So my question would be of the what additional perks are there in a mini-suite that aren't included in the balcony?

 

Could be useful information should Ozzy visit us in the next 7 days!:p

 

Have a GREAT day,

 

Andy

[Pam in CA]

The only perk with a mini-suite is a glass of champagne at sailaway although you get the sitting area, 2nd TV, larger bathroom and tub/shower which is what makes a mini-suite a mini-suite. A window suite is a full suite and comes with the full suite perks.

[Roses2]

As Pam accurately points out, a Window Suite is a FULL SUITE not a mini-suite and as such has he following perks --- Plus breakfast in Sabatinis each morning:

Suite Amenities:

 

In-Room Amenities: Luxury mattresses

Luxury ivory satin pinstripe bed linens

Fluffy duvets in place of blankets

Luggage protector on bed at embarkation

Luxury bathrobes

Luxury towels

Pillow menu - option of feather or therapeutic pillows

Massage shower heads

Luxury bathroom amenities (shampoo, conditioner, body lotion, bath gel, plus new lip balm, gel eye mask, bath salts and loofah mitts)

Facial mist (choice of scents)

Complimentary slippers

Fresh flower arrangement

Complimentary corsage and boutonniere on first formal night

Complimentary mini-bar - one-time set up

Combined DVD/CD Players

DVD Library - each vessel has a 100-title DVD library available to suite passengers

Halo light magnifying vanity mirrors on vanity Upgraded room amenities, including ice bucket and tray, leather wallet for cruise card, high quality pen, combined clothes brush, lint remover and shoe horn, shoe cleaning mitt, sewing kit, white cloth laundry bag, black cloth shoe shining bag

Complimentary Princess tote bag

Umbrella for use during the cruiseServices:

Expedited embarkation process

Preferred Anytime DiningSM reservations

Personal shore excursion reservations

Complimentary laundry and dry cleaning service

Complimentary shoe polishing service Dining Services:

Welcome glass of champagne at embarkation

Extended room service menu (extended breakfast, lunch, dinner offering)

In-suite afternoon tea service

Passenger's choice of deluxe canap?s, delivered dailyOnboard Activities:

Complimentary internet access in onboard Internet Cafes (wireless internet connection not included).

Private portrait sitting

Complimentary use of the thermal suite in the Lotus Spa (Emerald Princess, Caribbean Princess, Crown Princess, Sapphire Princess, Diamond Princess, Star Princess, Coral Princess and Island Princess). Passengers who travel in mini-suites will also enjoy the luxury of special bed linens, and upgraded amenities.

[Svanny]

Wow, even with ALL that the full suite has to offer, I NEED a balcony! That is one of my favorite parts of the cruise! I love to sit out and watch the ocean roll by in the comfort of my own room. BUT that is just MY humble take on it.

[Go-Bucks!]

Wow, even with ALL that the full suite has to offer, I NEED a balcony! That is one of my favorite parts of the cruise! I love to sit out and watch the ocean roll by in the comfort of my own room. BUT that is just MY humble take on it.

 

 

Me too on cruises where I'll really use a balcony. But my last cruise was chilly weather so we opted for the Window Suite (which was cheaper than a minisuite) so we could enjoy all those wonderful perks. And they WERE wonderful!! And the 2 windows are huge and being on deck 6 puts you close to the water, so the view is great.

 

So for me it depends on how much use the balcony will get. If it's warm weather then I prefer having a balcony.

[itzmered]

We really enjoy our balcony and actually used it more in Alaska than we have in the Caribbean. Whale watching and scenery watching on the balcony the majority of each day unless in port

[Go-Bucks!]

We really enjoy our balcony and actually used it more in Alaska than we have in the Caribbean. Whale watching and scenery watching on the balcony the majority of each day unless in port

 

 

Yes, I did too, but it wasn't cold in Alaska! :p There are some cruises where the scenery isn't too spectacular and it's cold. That's when the suite perks are more enjoyable than sitting on the balcony, IMHO.

[14940674]

Do any mini-suites have DVD players?

[Go-Bucks!]

Do any mini-suites have DVD players?

 

 

No, just in full suites.