Luxury Nile Cruises - Common Courtesy In Cruising
You don't require a Miss Manners at sea to know that there are some basic, common sense rules of etiquette for cruising. No, there's no handbook on it, but the key words right here are "common sense." For a few less thoughtful folks onboard, taking a vacation means taking a break from utilizing their brains.
Image a cruise ship similar to a floating village or small town at sea. As with any unfamiliar place you go to, you ought to get to know the lay of the land, as they say. No one is likely to be just like you; people from all over the globe, from different cultures and religions are sharing the same floating space as you are. Everyone ought to learn how to live harmoniously for this short stay to ensure that all of you will have the very best vacation possible.
A few cruisers have been to their share of ports and know what to do. Nevertheless, newbie's have to pay some consideration to their surroundings. Read the literature concerning the ship's activities. And if there is any doubt about something, ask a member of the cruise ship's personnel. Now, let's discuss some of those unspoken shipboard "rules:"
Cool it with the complaints - You are on vacation! Nothing is more unappealing than a grown-up whimpering like a kid over something like waiting in line. You know that saying "When in Rome"? Well, it is your vacation. No worries, no deadlines, no being late to anything … you're on a ship and nothing on board is going anywhere. Say hi to the people next to you; challenge someone to a game of paper, scissors, rock to break up the monotony.
Respect the Dress Code Guidelines - Cruise ships will often post some clothing guidelines for dinner or live entertainment for that day. If you don't follow the guidelines, you will not be thrown off the ship. However, you'd feel really uncomfortable wearing your Bermuda shorts and flip flops to a semi-formal dinner or dance.
Say so long to the seat savers and line cutters- It is a little bit infuriating to take the time to arrive at a good hour to catch the next lounge act only to have a sea of coats draped over chairs and no bodies in the seats. And line cutters, shame on you. It's one thing for you to stand in line and have your spouse join you after a quick trip to the rest room. It is an entire new ballgame letting in your 20 newfound friends from the poker tables cut in line.
No hogging of the gym equipment/hot tub/lounge chairs/computers, etc. - There are probably a number of thousand other people who at some point wish to make use of stationary bike or hot tub privileges. Be aware of others who are quietly waiting without complaint for their turn.
Designated smoking areas - There are particular areas just for smokers on board. Don't be selfish and light up at the dining room table while others are eating. Here is a big clue: if you see ash trays, you can light up.
These unspoken rules sound completely logical, don't they? Yet, some cruisers forget themselves in their quest for a good time and other people suffer for it. If you're uncertain of something, ask. Let your common sense rule. And don't worry, it will not get in the way of your great time.
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