When you’re planning a cruise vacation, there are lots of reasons to consider reserving an onboard suite. The most obvious is that suites are simply bigger than regular cruise ship staterooms. Whether you’re traveling on your own or sharing a suite with others, some extra square footage can make a wonderful difference. The largest suites at sea even have living rooms, dining rooms, and multiple bedrooms, plus balcony space.
Of course, extra space on a cruise
ship comes at a price, and suites always cost more than regular staterooms. But
if you consider the extras that come with a suite, you may find that a suite is
a sweet deal. Here are some of the included extras often enjoyed by suite
passengers.
Priority check-in. On embarkation
day, suite passengers move through the check-in process faster. There’s usually
a special (and shorter) check-in line for suite passengers or even a private
lounge area where you can have a quick snack as you wait your turn. You’ll be
among the first passengers to board the ship, which is fun; you can usually enjoy
the pool and buffet right away. You may have priority off-boarding and
re-boarding in ports of call, too.
In-suite extras. Suites often come
with an array of attractive features like luxury linens, upgraded mattresses
and pillows, fresh flowers, high-end toiletries, plush bathrobes, and
complimentary minibars. Some even come with a butler who can unpack for you and
serve meals on your balcony; or a concierge who can make reservations for
onboard specialty restaurants and arrange special shore excursions.
Suite-class extras. On many ships,
suite passengers have access to special onboard areas like luxury lounges and
spas, private pools, sundecks, or exclusive restaurants. Suite fares may
also include extras for which other passengers have to pay separately, such as
beverage packages, Wi-Fi access, laundry and dry cleaning, fitness classes,
in-suite movies, and specialty restaurant cover charges. Top-level suites may
even come with complimentary spa treatments, shore excursions, and gratuities
for the crew.
Of course, the perks of being a
suite passenger vary by cruise line and ship. To find out exactly what you can
expect as a suite passenger on the ship of your choice, talk with Anita, your professional
travel advisor. Then, add up what all the extras would cost if you paid for
them separately, and you may find that a cruise ship suite fits your cruise
budget. How sweet it is!
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