This traveller not only discovered forking out for a balcony room is overrated, but uncovered a secret way to get a room “upgrade” while paying less. When I took my first cruise a decade ago – hosted ...

An interior stateroom on Carnival Firenze is $160 cheaper per person than a cabin with a balcony. I recommend paying more for the private outdoor space.Brittany Chang/Business Insider Carnival's new ...

Selecting a cabin for a cruise doesn’t just mean choosing between interior, oceanview, balcony, and suite options. Cruise lines like Carnival will also let you go as far as choosing the exact cabin ...

Add articles to your saved list and come back to them anytime. The 3500-plus-passenger Carnival Splendor is home-ported in Sydney for year-round cruises. Cruise lines and cruise fans love a "first at ...

Don't miss out on the headlines from Lifestyle. Followed categories will be added to My News. When I took my first cruise a decade ago – hosted by the cruise line – I was treated to a balcony cabin.