Originally Posted by
rkkwan
If it's just one person traveling, then a regular soft-sleeper is fine. But for two people traveling, having a deluxe cabin can actually make the ride an enjoyable and/or memorable experience, and not just basic transportation between two cities. In my opinion, that's worth the extra cost.
I think you bring up a good point, and the larger issue of what one's criteria is. If it's about saving cost, then I think 4 is fine. If looking for the more memorable experience I agree with your reasoning. Then again, if memorable is meeting locals on the train, a 2 person isn't the way to go.