Why can't you open the window/portal in the oceanview rooms?

[WashyWashyHappyHappy95]

I saw the Queen Mary 2 docked the other day, and it looked like you could open the windows/portals.

 

Why can't you do that on NCL ships? I for one would be far more likely to book an oceanview if I could do that. For me the balcony is more about the air than anything else.

[triptolemus]

It may have looked that way, but I doubt passengers are able to open porthole windows.

 

The answer to why should be obvious.

[zdcatc12]

I've never been on one that you could open. Most OVs are on the lower decks. Someone leaves their window open, then leaves the cabin for a while, big seas start up and the cabin is flooded. That would be my guess.

[ColeThornton]

It may have looked that way, but I doubt passengers are able to open porthole windows.

 

The answer to why should be obvious.

 

 

Because the seagulls would fly in?

[hawkeyetlse]

A watertight window that can open costs more than one that doesn't open, to purchase, install, and maintain. Harder to clean the outside of the ship because they have to get everyone to close their windows before washing. There would be extra security costs because they would have to watch 24/7 for stuff and people falling out of these windows, or people getting into the ship through these windows. Higher energy costs as cooled or heated air goes out the window. Higher housekeeping costs with stuff being damaged by wind, dust/water/salt/insects getting into the room.

 

Passengers like the OP who just want fresh air would book cheaper oceanview cabins instead of balconies.

 

I'm not seeing much in the way of advantages for the cruise line if they were to make this change.

[FranknBeans]

A watertight window that can open costs more than one that doesn't open, to purchase, install, and maintain. Harder to clean the outside of the ship because they have to get everyone to close their windows before washing. There would be extra security costs because they would have to watch 24/7 for stuff and people falling out of these windows, or people getting into the ship through these windows. Higher energy costs as cooled or heated air goes out the window. Higher housekeeping costs with stuff being damaged by wind, dust/water/salt/insects getting into the room.

 

Passengers like the OP who just want fresh air would book cheaper oceanview cabins instead of balconies.

 

I'm not seeing much in the way of advantages for the cruise line if they were to make this change.

 

Ah because your under the water line.lol

[biker@sea]

Actually Steward's will Batten down the porthole hatch in heavy seas just incase the window breaks.

[buddy1755]

Port holes are round so the water doesn't hit you square in the face....;p

[LrgPizza]

Every time this poster posts, there are a few who take the bait.

[Moby0215]

A watertight window that can open costs more than one that doesn't open, to purchase, install, and maintain. Harder to clean the outside of the ship because they have to get everyone to close their windows before washing. There would be extra security costs because they would have to watch 24/7 for stuff and people falling out of these windows, or people getting into the ship through these windows. Higher energy costs as cooled or heated air goes out the window. Higher housekeeping costs with stuff being damaged by wind, dust/water/salt/insects getting into the room.

 

Passengers like the OP who just want fresh air would book cheaper oceanview cabins instead of balconies.

 

I'm not seeing much in the way of advantages for the cruise line if they were to make this change.

 

 

 

This is all true and I am not saying that the portholes should be able to open but balcony doors open. What's the difference besides easier to forget to close the porthole vs the balcony door?

 

 

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[Velvetwater]

It keeps steerage class from getting all the fresh air.

[zdcatc12]

Every time this poster posts, there are a few who take the bait.

 

Sorry, I had been over on the CCL boards for a while since that was my last cruise, so I guess I am guilty!

[chengkp75]

Actually Steward's will Batten down the porthole hatch in heavy seas just incase the window breaks.

 

The correct terminology is:

 

Porthole: a round or square window that will open

Portlight: a round or square window that will not open

Deadlight: the brass cover that is dogged down over portholes and portlights in case of breakage.

[BirdTravels]

About 2 mins into this video, you can see why you don't want your window open

[Two Wheels Only]

Another one....

-ecXDovCTYE

[triptolemus]

Every time this poster posts, there are a few who take the bait.

 

You tell 'em, Pizza. No fun allowed!

[Ask4Jay]

Most likely because they are sealed shut? Duh

 

 

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[hawkeyetlse]

This is all true and I am not saying that the portholes should be able to open but balcony doors open. What's the difference besides easier to forget to close the porthole vs the balcony door?

For balconies they don't have a choice, they have to let you go outside. And they make you pay for the privilege. Also they don't put balconies on the lower decks that are regularly washed by high seas, but there are oceanviews there.

[robmac330]

Every time this poster posts, there are a few who take the bait.

 

At some point I expect their username will switch to TheAnswerMaySurpriseYou or TheAnswerToThisQuestionAndMoreComingUpOnActionNews8

[POA1]

You cannot open the windows in any Cunard OV room. Earlier posters explained the reason why.

 

Also, there's no drain plug in the bottom of the ship that you can pulls out to look for whales.