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15 Cruise Rules Everyone Breaks (But Shouldn’t)

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👁️ 12K views📅 7 months ago⏱️ 14:18
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Veteran Cruiser

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Creator's Key Takeaways

Breaking these rules isn't just about getting a few side eyes from fellow passengers.

This is without a doubt the most complained about behavior on any cruise.

One little accident can shut down the entire pool for hours when you're on a cruise ship.

Please get a new clean plate every single time.

Creator's Tips & Advice

✓Don't be a chair hog; if you're not using the chair, let someone else have it.
✓Keep kids out of water areas if they are not fully potty trained.
✓Always grab a clean plate at the buffet to avoid cross-contamination.
✓Wash your hands or use sanitizer every time at the buffet.
✓Acknowledge the dress code, especially in main dining rooms and specialty restaurants.
✓Don't slam cabin doors, especially with balcony doors open.

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Not knowing unwritten cruise rules — Follow the essential cruise etiquette rules outlined in the video to avoid being that person.
Tipping confusion — Understand that daily gratuities are automatically added and distributed among many crew members.
Safety drill avoidance — Do not skip the muster drill; it's mandatory and they will find you if you try.

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat are the most hated cruise behaviors?
QHow can I avoid being that person everyone whispers about on a cruise?
QWhat are the essential cruise etiquette rules?

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YouTube Video Description↓

Headed out on your dream cruise? Before you set sail, are you sure you’re not that person everyone whispers about by day two? This episode is your no-BS guide to cruise ship etiquette, from avoiding the dreaded chair hog label to what not to do with a buffet plate. We talk about everything from noisy hallways and proper balcony behavior to tipping confusion and avoiding ship jail. *CHAPTERS* (0:47) What’s the number one most hated cruise behavior? (1:51) Can your kid swim in the pool with a swim diaper? (2:52) Why should you always grab a clean plate at the buffet? (3:40) How seriously should you take handwashing on board? (4:44) Is there a dress code, even for the buffet? (6:01) Why do slamming doors matter so much in cabins? (6:36) Should you treat hallways like public spaces? (7:28) Can you play music or smoke on your balcony? (8:16) How should you treat the crew (and why does it matter)? (10:11) What’s the right way to handle tips and gratuities? (11:17) Will the ship actually leave without you? (11:51) How much is too much when it comes to drinking? (13:33) Can skipping the safety drill get you in trouble? (13:38) What’s your role when visiting cruise ports abroad? ----------------------------------------------- PODCAST Want this video in audio form? Stream my podcast: Spotify: https://profmel.com/spotify Apple: https://profmel.com/apple ----------------------------------------------- LINKS 🛳️ Shop my favorite cruise outfits and essentials: https://profmel.com/shop 🛳️ Want to become a travel agent? https://www.profmelissa.com/travelagent 🛳️ Get my top recommended travel card: http://www.profmel.com/card 🛳️ Want to book a cruise or take a cruise with me? https://profmel.com/book 🛳️ Get FREE Port Guides, cruise advice, and more at https://www.profmelissa.com/ 🛳️ Get my FREE Cruise Packing List & Planning Guide: https://profmel.com/subscribe 🛳️ Want to book my favorite private drivers? http://www.profmel.com/drivers ------------------------------------------------- CONNECT WITH ME TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@professormelissa Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ProfMelissaCruises/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr_melissa_newman/ ------------------------------------------------- Please note that sometimes, my posts contain affiliate links. This means I may receive a commission through purchases, but this does not affect you as a consumer or cost you more in any way. I appreciate your use of my links, as this helps support my channel. ♥️