I've been on over 25 cruises. There are 8 types of rooms I'd never book — and one I swear by.

In my opinion, there are a few kinds of rooms to never book on a cruise unless you must.

Lauren Mack

• After over 25 cruises, I know how to book the best cabin on a cruise — and which I prefer to avoid.
• I avoid rooms next to elevators, below gyms, or above theaters to reduce my risk of noisy neighbors.
• Cabins in the ship's rear or on the bottom two decks can feel rocky during sea days.

After going on more than 25 cruises, I've learned what I really value and dislike on my sailings ...