Category D1 or E1 :help

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jetblue

Guest
Well I think we are finally going with my first cruise away from Carnival. So we have narrowed down the cruise search to Royal Caribbean's Explorer of the Seas, 9 night cruise out of New Jersey. But here's the problem,, we are looking for a triple occupancy balcony cabin which leaves us the choice of a D1 or an E1. What are the pros and cons between these two categories? I know that an E1 is slightly smaller than a D1, but is there anything else we should know about these rooms?

In addition if anyone has any positive or negative information about Explorer of the Seas, please let me know, I'm curious to know if this is a good first choice for a Royal Caribbean cruise.
 
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sanjoseca

Guest
Cabin D1 is about 2 feet longer than an E1....little more storage and room to move around the bed....other than that, they are very similar.
 
G

Granduer Sailer

Guest
I would personally go with Cabin D1 . Space is everything.

Welcome to Royal Caribbean!!!! :wave
 
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sailingrose

Guest
If the price difference isn't big go for the D1. I wouldn't pay too much more for 2 extra feet.

I've been on Explorer twice and shes a lovely ship. Can't comment on recent sailings however. Enjoy her and welcome to RCI.
 
J

jetblue

Guest
Here's the bottom line:

D1 cabins, slightly bigger, located only at the bow or the stern.

E1 cabins, slightly smaller, located at the ships center, $150 less.

Which would you choose?
 
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sailingrose

Guest
Do you get seasick??? If you do take the midship one. I don't get seasick. I'm fine in the back but can't do a forward cabin for some reason.

Since I don't spend much time in the cabin I'd save the $150 for the bar bill!
 
J

jetblue

Guest
Well to date none of us have gotten sea sick so let's hope it stays that way!
 
M

my3kids

Guest
The big reason for me would be that the E1 triple has the 3rd bed over top of the parents bed. The D1 has a sofa bed. 'nough said!
 
L

Libby

Guest
WELCOME to RCI. If you can go the extra $$s, the extra room would be great for the third person along, and the sleeping arrangements are better. Have FUN!!
 
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