Things not to do on a Cruise
Some of the following things are sure to surprise you, but despite the obvious, they still happen on every cruise. So here is an updated list of those Silly things You shouldn’t do on a Luxury Cruise.
1. Make sure you don’t miss the ship
Always check what time the ship leaves port and be there in plenty of time. When on a shore excursion, remember that if you organize it yourself and you get held up, the ship will not wait for you. Check out the YouTube videos of people running to catch their ship as it sets sail. If joining a ship in a foreign port, arrange to be there a day or so beforehand, just in case of problems.
2. Never hang underwear on the Balcony to dry
As sure as Eggs are Eggs, they won’t be there when you get back. Most cruise companies have extendable clotheslines in the shower or bath room for drying your undies. If you must use the balcony, make sure you take pegs and a line with you.
3. Never ask the ship’s photographer how you will know which pictures are yours
On some cruise ships, be prepared to have your photograph taken many, many times. It does become tedious, but for a special occasion, professional photos can be a great reminder of your trip. Cruise lines have galleries of well-organized photos, and half the fun of having your picture taken is the highly popular ritual of sifting through the hundreds of photos of you and your fellow guests.
4. When the dress code says Black Tie, don’t take it too seriously
You can look very smart in your Tuxedo and a black tie, but nowadays, there seems to be great competition among men to see who has the most outrageous bow tie or cummerbund. There are some great guides detailing what to wear on a cruise. Well worth a read.
5. Never have too much alcohol to drink on a rough sea day
This always means trouble. Be sensible and drink in moderation particularly when it is rough.
See our guide to preventing seasickness on a cruise.
6. If you see the Captain wandering around the ship, don’t ask “Who’s steering the ship?”
Don’t ask if it is his wife!! If you get a chance, do a tour of the bridge and you will be amazed buy the technology used to control the ship. It is akin to an aircraft cockpit. These days ships are being steered by a tiny joystick.
7. Never ask what happens to the ice carvings after they melt
Ice carvings are a sight to behold and still feature on many cruises. The guys who do them are super skilled and take great pride in their work. Do ask sensible questions.
8. Dont Accidentally pack your Bathrobe
The cruise lines are ready for this one and they charge you heavily for the privilege. So a $10 bathrobe could end up costing you $100 or more.
9. Never discuss how much you paid for the cruise over dinner
Boring and one of the biggest sins of all is to talk about how much you piad for your cruise. Firstly, most people can’t be bothered once they are on the cruise and you will sound as if you are bragging when you start telling everyone what you paid for your cruise. The best price for your cruise doesn’t always mean the best value!
There you have it. Silly things, but you need to be prepared for your cruise.
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