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5 Things About Reserving Deck Chairs (You NEED to Know)!

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Creator's Key Takeaways

all major cruise lines have a policy against leaving items on deck chairs for long periods of time unattended

cruise lines in general do not follow their own policies

most cruise ships are well equipped with deck chairs, so you won't have a problem finding one somewhere

if you're looking for a deck chair in a prime location, you're best off getting up between 6:00 and 7:00 a.m

Creator's Tips & Advice

โœ“Don't leave items unattended on a deck chair for more than 30 minutes
โœ“Get up between 6:00 and 7:00 a.m. to reserve a prime deck chair
โœ“Stay with the chair you reserve instead of just leaving items on it

๐Ÿ†•New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Finding a deck chair โ€” Most ships have plenty of chairs, but prime spots fill up fast

Questions This Creator Answers

QHow do cruise lines handle deck chair reservations?
QWhat is the best way to get a prime deck chair spot?
QCan you leave belongings on a deck chair while you are away?

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