PaulRC Posted November 2, 2020 Report Share Posted November 2, 2020 Looking at my current cruise in Oct the JR suite is 2x the price of the ocean balcony. I was thinking of upgrading to the JR suite, but then I thought well... take 2 cruises instead?? What would you guys do or think, going to spend the money one wat or the other. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nate91 Posted November 2, 2020 Report Share Posted November 2, 2020 Depending on which ship you're going on, I would say two cruises. On many ships the Junior Suites are just a small bit larger than the balconies, and many of the newer ships (Oasis and Quantum class) have huge balcony cabins. Unless you want a specific benefit of the Jr. Suite, such as the extra points or the bathtub, I say go two cruises! JLMoran, Lovetocruise2002, Gears and 1 other 3 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HeWhoWaits Posted November 2, 2020 Report Share Posted November 2, 2020 At the same total cost, I would opt for two cruises. Consider back-to-back on the same ship, especially if the two weeks have different itineraries. It's a great way to do everything on the ship without cramming it all in and missing out on the opportunities to relax. 4ensic, JLMoran, PaulRC and 4 others 6 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hagar Posted November 2, 2020 Report Share Posted November 2, 2020 I have wrestled with this on my Pinnacle journey and two cruises usually won out. Hard to regret going on two adventures instead of one PaulRC, JLMoran and BrianB 2 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lovetocruise2002 Posted November 2, 2020 Report Share Posted November 2, 2020 I agree with what @nate91 said. The worth of a JS really depends on which ship you are sailing. Other than the double points and extra space, if the ship has Coastal Kitchen, it might be worth the upgrade. There are other factors to consider as well. What type of cruiser are you? Do you enjoy time in your cabin? If so, the upgrade to a suite might also be worth it? Does the JS have an aft view (some do), if so, that might make it worthwhile to upgrade as well. Personally for me, my work schedule really limits my cruise time. So the suite always wins out because I simply cannot squeeze in the extra cruise or two that many others can when they save by forgoing the suite. PaulRC, JLMoran and Baked Alaska 2 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
twangster Posted November 2, 2020 Report Share Posted November 2, 2020 For me price is a big factor in the cruises I pick. However it does depend on itinerary and if it is a cruise where I have done many of the ports already. Also, is this a cruise where you are celebrating a personal event such as an anniversary? Those types of factors may lead you to consider the upgrade. My run rate is roughly 30% in suites so it's something I am selective about. In many cases I would rather complete two cruises over one in a better cabin because I don't spend a lot time in my cabin. PaulRC, USCG Teacher and JLMoran 2 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
teddy Posted November 2, 2020 Report Share Posted November 2, 2020 After our first cruise, we realized we spent very little time in our cabin. All we honestly did was sleep, shower, and change in there. After the this, we made the decision to go for quantity over quality. Seriously though, staying in a cheaper cabin allows us to cruise more often. I saw a back to back mentioned up there. I second (or third?) this idea. It's a great experience. I did my first back to back in Jan of this year. I now have 2 planned for 2021. BrianB and PaulRC 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jolly Ogre Posted November 2, 2020 Report Share Posted November 2, 2020 That is a no brainer....take 2 cruises. However I snagged a JS for $1200 pp on Oasis and yeah like that will ever happen again! If you can find the bargains snag them up ASAP!! They do happen but you have to be ready. PaulRC 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PaulRC Posted November 3, 2020 Author Report Share Posted November 3, 2020 Thank you everyone for your input. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruisellama Posted November 3, 2020 Report Share Posted November 3, 2020 If you have the time, take 2. PaulRC 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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