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5 Things Cruise Ship Passengers Should Stop Doing RIGHT NOW!

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👁️ 43K views📅 5 years ago⏱️ 7:03

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A former cruise ship employee shares five behaviors that passengers should avoid to ensure a respectful environment for everyone on board. The creator first addresses food waste at buffets, advising guests to take only what they intend to eat rather than piling plates high and discarding leftovers. Regarding crew compensation, the creator suggests passengers stop feeling bad for staff, explaining that crew members are contractors who can earn significant money through tips and currency exchange advantages. The video also highlights the importance of noise control in staterooms, noting that thin walls make loud arguments or activities audible to neighbors. Additionally, the creator advises parents to supervise their children to prevent them from running wild in public areas. Finally, the creator warns against entitlement, reminding passengers that regardless of their suite category, they should remain decent human beings and follow standard procedures rather than expecting special treatment.

Written by TripBacon from this video's transcript.

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Creator's Key Takeaways

i've seen a lot of careless and at times disrespectful things on board cruise ships that should be common sense

grab what you're going to eat i don't know how many times i've seen people grab a plate that's piled high and then they realize there's other options they want

please stop feeling bad for the crew members i want to talk about this one because it's notoriously believed throughout the entire cruise ship industry that the cruise ship employees or crew members partake in slave labor

nobody wants to hear you bed wrestling with that weird couple that you met an hour ago at the piano bar

Creator's Tips & Advice

Don't waste food at buffets by piling plates high and leaving uneaten food.
Stop feeling overly sorry for crew members; understand their pay structure and tipping system.
Avoid being loud in your stateroom due to thin walls.
Keep track of your kids and don't let them run wild on the ship.
Don't act entitled regardless of your cabin category.

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Overeating at buffetsGrab only what you will eat; you can return for more later.
Feeling guilty about crew payUnderstand that crew are contractors and tips can supplement income.
Kids running wildUse youth zones and keep track of children for safety.

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat are common mistakes cruise passengers should avoid?
QHow should passengers behave regarding food waste on cruises?
QWhat is the reality of crew pay on cruise ships?
QWhy should passengers be mindful of noise in staterooms?
QHow should parents manage their children on cruises?

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