Suites are a great way to sail on one of the mega-ships while enjoying the finer touches you want on vacation. For those who have cruised often and in all different levels of accommodations you already know that small inside cabins can be a bit tough if you spend much time in them. Also, if you have a family traveling it’s usually impractical to sleep 4 in what amounts to only a bit more than a bedroom at your home. The ships have quad-occupancy inside cabins but they are definitely a tight fit.
Suites serve the cruise a couple of different purposes. First is more luxurious accommodations and second preferred status and perks on the ship. First let’s examine the larger accommodation. The cabins designated as suites typically are 50% Plus in size over the standard cabin size. The ones only around 50% are typically Junior Suites where the primary benefit is a larger cabin and maybe priority boarding. Full Suites are usually at least 2x the size of a standard cabin. These cabins are typically designed with bath tubs instead of just showers. Full suites also tend to have larger balconies (there are a few exceptions) with more chairs, loungers, and in some cases hot tubs.
Suites are designed with maximum comfort in mind. We have sailed in a Royal Suite on Royal Caribbean, which is the largest suite on that ship, measuring in at 1000 square feet. That specific suite, comes equipped with a grand piano and a dry bar. We also had a full size dinner table, large enough to seat six or maybe eight if really packed in tight. The bathroom in that and other very large suites is always much nicer than you find in standard size cabins. Suites often receive better in cabin dining options as on many lines whatever is being served in the dining room is available in the cabin.
Perks and additional points in the cruise line frequent cruiser program are among the other reasons people choose to cruise in suites. Often there are areas of the ship reserved for suites guests. Suites guests frequently are given priority for dining time selection as well as preferred seating in the dining room. Some cruise lines host special parties for those sailing in suites and may even provide special tours not available to other guests aboard the ship.
Ultimately suites provide guests with a far nicer cabin, better amenities, at times butler service, almost always better in cabin dining options, and a really nice cruise experience. Suites are for those who have the money, love cruising with more space, enjoy spending time in their own cabin watching the world sail by and like to enjoy a larger private balcony. Despite what some say about never being in their cabin, with a suite you will enjoy your cabin and will have a great place to go lounge when you don’t want to be out in the crowd. Book a suite today.
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