6 ways to make your cruise ship cabin feel bigger
Cruise ship cabins can be pretty snug, so you will want to do everything you can to maximise your space. Here's how.
1. Unpack straight away
Once you get onboard, you probably want to go and check out the restaurant or have a quick swim. But it’s worth taking the time to completely unpack your bag, make sure all your clothes and extras are neatly stored, and then have your steward put your suitcases away under the bed. You’ll thank us later.
2. Keep things neat
Nothing makes a room (on land or water) feel smaller than clutter. Take the time to hang your clothes up when you take them off, keep the benches and table tops clear, and try not to throw things on the floor. It will only take a couple of minutes to do it each day and will make all the difference.
3. Make use of all the storage
You’d be surprised how many little cupboards and hidey holes you’ll find all over your cabin. Check all the benches, cupboards and walls for extra drawers or hooks, and you’ll be able to find a place for everything.
4. And bring your own
Expert cruisers know to bring along some clever extras to make even more storage space for themselves. Hanging cosmetic bags will keep your bathroom organised and over the door shoe fabric shoe organisers provide lightweight storage space for all your accessories. Most cabin walls are metal, so bring some magnets or magnetic hooks to create your own message board.
5. Move the furniture
If you’re really serious, you can do a little interior design of your own in the cabin. Most of the furniture is moveable, so you can shuffle around your tables, couches or even the bed to suit your needs. As long as you aren’t blocking a door or walkway, it should be fine.
6. Utilise natural light
Keep your curtains open to your window or balcony door to make the most of the natural light. You’ll be amazed at how much more spacious it makes the room feel. If you're in an inside cabin, turn on the TV and find the channel showing the bow camera. It will act just like a window!
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