Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. David Nikel is a travel writer covering cruising and Scandinavia. Imagine starting your day with a room service breakfast, ...

Choosing the right stateroom can make or break your cruise, especially when you’re weighing up the savings of an interior ...

Cruise cabins come in all shapes and sizes – from interior staterooms to Penthouse suites - Michel Verdure/Celebrity Cruises With 15 cabin categories or more on some ships, choosing the ideal ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. David Nikel is a travel writer covering cruising and Scandinavia. Choosing your cruise ship cabin or stateroom is an essential ...

Heading out on your first cruise? Take this extremely helpful advice: Book a cabin in the center of the ship, especially if you're traveling through rocky waters. While every room on a cruise is a ...

I sailed in balcony rooms on Royal Caribbean's Utopia of the Seas and Virgin Voyages' Valiant Lady. My Virgin Voyages' balcony room had a nicer bathroom and these cabins tend to be a good value.

I stayed in both of their balcony staterooms — a $130-per-person-per-day difference. Icon's pricier cabin looked more modern but lacked the functionality and comfort of Wonder's. Do you know what $900 ...