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You’re on a cruise waiting in line for a buffet. You politely wait your turn to access a gorgeous bowl filled with fresh fruit. In front of you, your fellow passenger is picking berries with his fingers.
The super selective and skillful fruit raider who committed this cruise disguise did it in front of none other than Nick Layton. He is a frequent traveler and host of a weekly etiquette podcast. “Were you raised by wolves?”
It could get worse.Angel Wilson, Travel Advisor and Owner Dream Journeys LLC, I witnessed a cruising accident where the damage to the fruit bowl appeared to be benign. She recently told CNN Travel about the disturbing incident in her email:
“A group of us were sitting at a long table in one of the ship’s bar venues when a drunk Scotsman came up to us and asked us, ‘What do real Scotsmen wear under their kilts?’ I asked him if he wanted to watch. Then he started flashing us head on,” said Wilson, the cruise expert.
Travel etiquette and cruise experts have seen it all when it comes to barbaric, uncivilized, and completely unacceptable behavior onboard ships. Here are a number of bad behaviors passengers should avoid (and good ones to emulate).
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Passengers line up to board the MSC Virtuosa as it prepares to depart from Southampton Port, UK. Don’t expect the boat to wait for you if you’re late.
Misbehavior may begin even before the ship leaves port. Being late, confused, or impatient during boarding can negatively affect the overall mood of your trip.
Marianne Parker on the website Manor House Passengers are advised: “It is very important that you are on time for your departure time. … You must ensure that you have all the documents you can provide. Patience is a key factor.”
Arriving on time also carries over to the rest of the cruise, including shore excursions. “If you’re in a group, you need to make sure you’re not late and you don’t forget any paperwork,” Parker said in his email interview.
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Now, this is the true cruise ship treat – empty lounge chairs. If you’re ready to soak up some sunshine, enjoy it! However, don’t put your luggage on a chair, walk away for 5 hours and expect the sailors to respect your chair.
A quintessential cruising experience, enjoying the sun and sea on deck. And that’s a major area of bad manners.
“Don’t hog the chair. … That’s the biggest complaint about cruises,” Leighton said. “This is when someone wakes up at any time, runs to the pool deck, puts down their blankets and all their belongings, then disappears for a few hours, goes back to bed, maybe goes to breakfast, maybe does something. Otherwise, that chair will now remain empty for hours and hours.”
but please wait a moment. Don’t cruise lines have rules against saving seats?
Mr. Layton said. For example, carnival, we have a policy of deleting items if you leave them for more than 40 minutes. However, “I don’t think cruise companies are really enforcing their own rules either.”
Mr Layton said this was a source of maritime conflict.
“We don’t recommend taking people’s things off the chairs, so it’s really hard to put a burden on passengers to force this. … If they come back, it’s going to be really awkward — if they Even if he comes back,” Leighton said. Instead, report it to cruise staff.
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Parents, it’s your job to make sure your energetic kids don’t get too wild around the pool and disturb other passengers.
Bad deck energy also spreads to the pool area and other zones.
Understandably, kids can get pretty excited around the pool (or anywhere else on board, really). That doesn’t mean parents should relinquish all control.
Cruise Critic, an online cruise advice and news site; tell your parents When you’re by the pool with your kids, be careful not to shoot or splash people sunbathing nearby.
Wilson further advises: “Unless children are participating in the ship’s kids club, parents should supervise their children. Remind children that it is rude to run around screaming in the hallways. Whispering indoors or in hallways is rude. Please use it.”
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On ships, elevators can get jammed. Please do not force your way onto the elevator when other users are exiting the elevator.
Vertical movement on a cruise ship is also where things can go sideways.
What are you dissatisfied with? Wilson? “People trying to squeeze into the elevator and people still trying to get out of the elevator. Everyone should be allowed to exit the elevator before anyone tries to enter the elevator,” she said. .
Mr. Wilson noted that there was temporary relief due to poor elevator etiquette. Emphasize brevity.
“Early on post-pandemic, it was clear that people expected more personal space in elevators. Unfortunately, people are starting to return to pre-COVID-19 pressure, and this new “There are a lot of very dissatisfied passengers who are very uncomfortable with the destruction of etiquette,” she said.
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No one will begrudge you a few drinks while relaxing by the sea. However, intoxicated passengers are often unpleasant passengers.
So, do you like pina colada? that’s ok. Just don’t be uncomfortable about it.
“Know your drinking limit!! No, it’s not cute to be so drunk you can’t walk, flash your penis, or vomit in the pool,” Wilson said. “Don’t yell at the bartender because it’s taking too long to get your drink. They’re working hard and moving on as fast as they can.”
Parker left behind some somber memories of the consequences of an overdose, ranging from embarrassing to fatal.
Before you go to a vendor, remember the following: “She will be seeing the same people for at least another week or two. Also, drinking alcohol on a cruise is very dangerous. We see terrible news reports every day,” she said.
Layton also urges people to know and follow cruise lines’ rules regarding bringing alcohol on board. (Click here for policy) royal caribbean and disney).
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Many hungry passengers are being fed on the cruise ship Costa Fortuna. Dining rooms and buffets are important places to practice etiquette and games. A few loud and rude guests can mess up the rest of the room.
Experts caution against turning into a clown at a ship’s buffet.
Parker said it was essential that it “look good and be clean.” “There’s no need to put in any extra effort, but looking sloppy, untidy and dirty is very unpleasant for all of us.”
Layton reminds cruisers to be kind to staff, especially during meals.
“Things go wrong. You might end up eating the wrong meal. Your steak might be overcooked. …No one is intentionally trying to sabotage your vacation. Something went wrong.” In such cases, we would like to respond in a polite manner.”
And Wilson often reminds us that whether at sea or on land: period. Please don’t put it back. Throw it in the trash if necessary. But don’t change it back. Please be sure to wash your hands or use sanitizer when entering the dining venue. ”
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Enjoy evening entertainment aboard MSC Euribia. Please be courteous to entertainers and fellow passengers. Please do not leave your seat or let your cell phone vibrate during the act.
Wilson shared some etiquette notes in case you’re enjoying the evening’s entertainment.
“Don’t sit near the front if there’s a chance you’ll be going outside. It’s very disrespectful to the performers to see people walking out of the show during a performance. At least for a song or scene. Please wait until then,” she said.
“If you must use your phone during the performance, please turn down your screen brightness completely. Silence all notifications and calls.”
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Beautiful view of Opunohu Bay, Moorea, French Polynesia. You know what’s not so nice? Adult adventures on balconies like this aren’t all that private for prying eyes. If views like this inspire your love, experience that festive feeling in a truly private cabin.
It’s true – voyages can be a time of romance and active expressions of love. But this is not the time for public exploits of adult nature on the stateroom balcony where people on land and on other ships can see.
“If you don’t want security to see you, or if you don’t want to be seen on the internet, or if you don’t want to be used as an example on a cruise ship game show, don’t do it on your balcony,” Wilson said. Ta.
“Also, every balcony has neighboring rooms, so please keep the music at a moderate level. Not everyone has the same music taste.”
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If you need a smoke break, give your passenger a break and light one in a designated area. Please note that not all outdoor areas are smoking zones.
Smoking is also prohibited on cabin balconies on many ships. According to cruise reviewers. The smoke is also blow into your neighbor’s balcony.
If you want to take a smoking break during your voyage, check your cruise line’s latest regulations. Rules are subject to change.
Royal Caribbean says “Smoking is permitted in designated outdoor areas.”, Dispose of it properly and never throw it overboard.” Cunard Smoking is only allowed in designated areas on the open deck and in the cigar lounge, and only cigars and pipes are allowed.
Standards may vary
Another thing the etiquette and cruise experts noted is that etiquette expectations can vary depending on the cruise line and the region the ship is heading to.
“There’s a difference between the Caribbean atmosphere and the European atmosphere on a cruise,” Parker says. “The dress code is definitely different. When traveling to the Caribbean, the climate is warm and humid all year round. People expect us to look very relaxed and skimpy. When you visit Europe, the dress code is definitely more formal and the people are more traditional. You should also prepare with the season in mind.”
Wilson just went on an 18-night cruise in Japan in April, and noticed some cultural differences.
“People are now closing doors for others and becoming more aware of the people around them. It’s certainly true that elevator pressure is much more frowned upon on Asian cruises.”
And “dress codes are definitely higher on luxury cruises and mass cruises, regardless of the destination,” Wilson said.
Finally, Layton said basic etiquette that applies to all aspects of life on a cruise ship is helpful.
“As long as you’re following the basic etiquette of just being respectful and considerate and making an effort to just acknowledge that other people exist, that’s what’s important here,” Leighton said. said. “And yes, if you can also incorporate the local etiquette of where you are…that’s a nice bonus. But basically, keep your manners.”