Has Anyone Stayed In 9256 On The Jewel Or Radiance

[Dave4120]

Hello...We have been on 13 cruises with Royal Caribbean and are Diamond members. However, we have never stayed in a cabin at the back of the ship or ever even inquired about it. We have always stayed in a balcony or suite mid-ship or on the hump, however, when cabin 9256 became available for a Panama Canal cruise, we decided to take it because the balcony looked so gigantic, and we thought having a wide open view of the canal would be better than being on one side of the ship.

 

If anyone has stayed in 9256 on the JEWEL, or any of the other Radiance class ships and can provide any information as to the balcony, it's size, the view and if the room is any bigger or smaller than at mid ship, we would love to know. Any informations you can provide would be helpful

 

Regards,

 

Dave

[Sue L]

that is one of the most coveted cabins on the ship. Yes the balcony is huge and the view of the wake is marvelous.

 

 

I had 9260 for going through the canal and it was an amazing experience. First thing in the morning (5am) we went to the helipad and watched the ship entering the canal. We then worked our way back to our room and had breakfast delivered and watched the canal doors close behind us. We did the canal trip on the Brilliance. Click on the link in my signature for pictures. It was the best cruise of 11 we have been on.

[critterchick]

The lure of 9256 is the balcony, not the cabin. The cabin is no larger than a standard D-1, but the balcony is easily double the size, plus you have an amazing view aft.

[Merion_Mom]

Hello...We have been on 13 cruises with Royal Caribbean and are Diamond members. However, we have never stayed in a cabin at the back of the ship or ever even inquired about it. We have always stayed in a balcony or suite mid-ship or on the hump, however, when cabin 9256 became available for a Panama Canal cruise, we decided to take it because the balcony looked so gigantic, and we thought having a wide open view of the canal would be better than being on one side of the ship.

 

If anyone has stayed in 9256 on the JEWEL, or any of the other Radiance class ships and can provide any information as to the balcony, it's size, the view and if the room is any bigger or smaller than at mid ship, we would love to know. Any informations you can provide would be helpful

 

Regards,

 

Dave

Dave, there are links in this thread to pics of 9256: http://boards.cruisecritic.com/showthread.php?t=470095

[Dave4120]

For those of you that have responded so far, thank-you very much. All of the comments are very helpful and encouraging.

 

Dave

[Kanukkacruise]

We've stayed in 9256 once. I had read so much about it on this board and could not wait to see the cabin and the balcony. The other posters are correct. The room itself is just exactly the same as the other D1's. Our friends stayed in a D1 on Deck 10 and much prefered their balcony to ours. The balcony on 9256 is only half covered and not nearly as deep as those on 10. So, if it's raining or even really hot, it's not as nice as one that is fully covered. And, it's a very, very long walk to the back of the ship. And, yes, there is more vibration. The first night when I laid down to sleep, I thought the motion and vibration might be a problem but I was used to it by the 2nd or 3rd night. With a side balcony, you can leave the door open and hear the ocean at night. I love that sound. You can't hear anything in an aft. There are pro's and con's. For Alaska, we picked a side balcony and I think we made the right choice. When it got really cold, we were able to pull up chairs, sit by the window and still see the glaciers. If you are in an aft, you really can't see anything at all from your cabin. I see the big plus to an aft balcony as the exercise you get running back and forth to the room after those big meals. If you are a camera enthusiast, it's hard to take pictures because you have on idea what's dead ahead. We have several cruises booked - some with afts and some with hump balconies. My husband really prefers midship for the convience. I think I prefer afts just because I like the pursuit of snagging one of the good ones! The Radiance class ships are fabulous! Actually, I don't think you can go wrong in any of the cabins.

[Dave4120]

Thanks so far for the responses. When you had mentioned that deck 10 was better, were you referring that deck 10 mid ship was better, or deck 1o right above cabin 9256 that we booked which is one deck below on deck 9?

 

Can people see our entire balcony from above on deck 10 too? And if it does rain, that means no matter where we are on the deck, we will get wet?

 

WOW...I always thought this 9256 was a cabin to die for. Never heard of the getting wet comments before, or hwere people from above could see into your balcony.

 

Maybe we should have stuck with hump cabin 9078 that we had last time and which we just loved too.

 

Dave

[Kanukkacruise]

9256 is half covered. If it rains, you can put your chairs back again the wall of the cabin and still stay outside (unless it's stormy, of course.) Our friends were in the middle on Deck 10. They liked the fully covered deck (both are fair and sunburn easily.) I would definitely stick to 9256 just so you can also experience that cabin and especially for Panama Canal. You will not be sorry. I think I pointed out some of the "cons" just so you'd be prepared. When we booked it, I had not read one single solitary negative comment about it and wasn't realistic in what I expected. You do have to be in very good physical shape to make that long walk back and forth and back and forth. One day we were all the way down to Deck 2 to go ashore when my husband realized he had forgotten his hat. Another time I forgot my water bottle. We like to change clothes after dining for the shows or casino ... it's a long haul. For us, a hump or an aft is a hard call. I probably lean toward aft and my Navy husband much prefers midship. (Needless to say, he's in excellent physical condition ... he thinks it's a hassle.)

[cruisenfever]

Thanks so far for the responses. When you had mentioned that deck 10 was better, were you referring that deck 10 mid ship was better, or deck 1o right above cabin 9256 that we booked which is one deck below on deck 9?

 

Can people see our entire balcony from above on deck 10 too? And if it does rain, that means no matter where we are on the deck, we will get wet?

 

WOW...I always thought this 9256 was a cabin to die for. Never heard of the getting wet comments before, or hwere people from above could see into your balcony.

 

Maybe we should have stuck with hump cabin 9078 that we had last time and which we just loved too.

 

Dave

Dave, stick with 9256, especially going through the canal....you will get some amazing pictures that others can't.

 

As far as being seen on your balcony.........if you stand by the railing, yes folks on Deck 10 can look down, but you will still have plenty of privacy. As a previous poster said, the balcony does have some cover, so if it is raining, you can still sit outside.

[Dave4120]

Thanks again everyone for your help. We cannot wait for this cruise and to experience the aft cabin.

 

Dave

[glgolfer]

We were in 9258 on the Radiance to Alaska. We would take 9256 anytime it was available. It's perfect for Alaska or the Panama Canal.

 

Keep it.

[AFT_LOVER]

it is the greatest stateroom onboard. 9256 seems much larger than the other AFTs since it has a wrap around balcony that you can view both sides. 2 loungers for great sun, as well as a covered area just in case it drips outside.

[Dave in Atlanta]

I've had 9256 for Alaska, and 1100 (the JS right above it with a similar balcony configuration) for the Panama Canal. Both are outstanding choices, and we ALWAYS try to get this cabin. Someone commented that the balconies on deck 10 are MUCH deeper, and I'd have to argue with that. 1100 may be 1 - 2 feet deeper at most.

 

Because 1100 is sometimes double the price of 9256, I would submit that 9256 wins the "bang for the buck" award.

 

On the balcony of 9256, you have sun, you have shade, you have space, you have SOME view up the side of the ship, you have a free workout each time you return to your cabin, you have loungers in addition to chairs, and you have acres of balcony.

 

Other than that, it's just OK.

[Dave4120]

Hi Dave in Atlanta...Sure sounds like cabin 9256 is the hot cabin of choice. I found a couple of photos that we taken of the aft of the ship from someone down below while it was in port. WOW...that balcony looks huge! Not worried about the long walk back to the room. It just means I can eat one extra dinner roll that I love so much.

 

We have been in cabin 9078 amny times on the hump and loved that balcony too, but when 9256 showed available, we said lets grab it because we like to have breakfast on the balcony, and we also like to sit outside before we get ready to come down to dinner, and then again before retiring for the evening. Just very peaceful sitting out there hearing the water.

 

I am prone to motion sickness very easily and understand there is more motion in this cabin, but I seem to be OK with up and down motion and not side to side. Hopefully it will not be that bad. Plus...I have been wearing these wristbands that my doctor told me about and at least for me, they have worked on every cruise we have been on. I have not been sick once ever since my first cruise when I did not know about the wristbands. I must be applying them in the right spot on my wrists for the pressure point theory to work right.

 

Thanks again to you and eveyone else for all of your help. I will keep checking back to see if anyone else has comments too. I love reading them all.

 

Dave

[Dave in Atlanta]

I know that not everyone will agree, but I LOVE to sit and stare at the wake from the balcony. I know some people can sit and watch a fireplace for hours, and I never understood that, but I guess I get it now.

 

I've also heard concerns about lack of breeze back there. It sure wasn't a problem in Alaska, and I don't recall that through the canal either.

 

But everybody has favorites. This just happens to be mine. Our next 9256 experience will be on the Brilliance 12 day Mediterranean in November. Can't come soon enough...

[manuelstar]

If you`re going on a Radicance-class-vessel and you want to have the great view of an aft balcony, 9256 is the best D1 cabin, 1100 the best JS and 1600 the best GS! Enjoy!:)

[AFT_LOVER]

a great fruit flavored pill that dissolves in your mouth. One per day & you rae all set for 14 hours of great cruising. I use it for amusement park rides also & flying.

 

Wristbands & patches are too noticable and do not work for me, but Bonine is #1.

 

 

Hi Dave in Atlanta...Sure sounds like cabin 9256 is the hot cabin of choice. I found a couple of photos that we taken of the aft of the ship from someone down below while it was in port. WOW...that balcony looks huge! Not worried about the long walk back to the room. It just means I can eat one extra dinner roll that I love so much.

 

We have been in cabin 9078 amny times on the hump and loved that balcony too, but when 9256 showed available, we said lets grab it because we like to have breakfast on the balcony, and we also like to sit outside before we get ready to come down to dinner, and then again before retiring for the evening. Just very peaceful sitting out there hearing the water.

 

I am prone to motion sickness very easily and understand there is more motion in this cabin, but I seem to be OK with up and down motion and not side to side. Hopefully it will not be that bad. Plus...I have been wearing these wristbands that my doctor told me about and at least for me, they have worked on every cruise we have been on. I have not been sick once ever since my first cruise when I did not know about the wristbands. I must be applying them in the right spot on my wrists for the pressure point theory to work right.

 

Thanks again to you and eveyone else for all of your help. I will keep checking back to see if anyone else has comments too. I love reading them all.

 

Dave