9 Things You Can't Do On A Cruise Any More !

Editorial Summary

Gary Beverage discusses nine specific activities and traditions that have become restricted or obsolete on modern cruise ships. He begins by noting that smoking and vaping are now prohibited in most areas, including private balconies, with only a few designated smoking rooms remaining on certain lines. Security increases have also made it nearly impossible for guests to bring friends or family members on board. The creator highlights the loss of maritime traditions, such as throwing streamers during sail away ceremonies and the practice of throwing messages in bottles overboard, due to heightened environmental awareness. He explains that activities involving hitting objects into the ocean, like certain golf or shooting games, have also ceased. Health concerns regarding norovirus have led some cruise lines to discourage handshaking in favor of fist bumps or nods. Access to the ship bridge has become more controlled and often requires paid tours. Furthermore, the ability to completely disconnect from the world has diminished due to the widespread availability of affordable Wi-Fi. Finally, the creator observes that strict rules now prevent the casual socializing and fraternization between passengers and crew that was common in the past.

Written by TripBacon from this video's transcript.