When I worked on cruise ships, I learned that choosing the right cabin can make a big difference. Staterooms vary in view and location, and each cruiser should select the best one for their needs.

From cabins on the back of a ship to lower-deck ones, there are rooms to never book on a cruise if you want to avoid seasickness, noise, and crowds.

I booked a stateroom on Royal Caribbean's Wonder of the Seas, one of the biggest cruise ships. For $2,000 a week, the 179-square-foot ocean-view cabin had a private bathroom and a king-size bed. I ...

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