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 ...

I didn't set out to book a Virtual Balcony, Royal Caribbean's twist on an inside cabin. Truly, I didn't. I simply wanted the least expensive room on my recent weeklong sailing on Royal Caribbean's ...

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, ...

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 ...

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 ...

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.

Icon of the Seas and Wonder of the Seas are Royal Caribbean's newest and largest cruise ships. I stayed in both of their balcony staterooms — a $130-per-person-per-day difference. Icon's pricier cabin ...