Stricter Rules for Smokers and Loud Talkers on Cruise Ships? The Etiquette Crisis onboard Cruises
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Cell phones and cigarettes seem to be the root of most of the evil on cruise ships nowadays.
I think the cruise lines need to make it very clear in advance, and I don't mean just putting it in the fine print in the cruise documents.
If I can hear the conversation, it's not private.
What about tech-free zones on the ship?
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Has high-speed internet ruined the cruise experience? In this week’s edition of Sunday Sofa Time, we’re getting real about the "digital noise" that has taken over the high seas. From loud FaceTime calls by the pool to the lack of consequences for rule-breakers, it's clear that the way we cruise is changing—and not always for the better. I’m diving into your comments (over 200 of them!) to discuss what cruise lines like Royal Caribbean, NCL, and Carnival could be doing differently. We’re talking about: 🚫 Tech-Free Zones: Should certain areas of the ship be off-limits for devices? 🚭 Smoking Rules: Why "suggestions" without consequences don't work. 🔊 Bluetooth Speakers: Is Carnival’s ban the right move for everyone? 📱 The Magic of Being "Lost": Would you actually enjoy a completely tech-free sailing? #CruiseTravel #TravelTips #CruiseLife #SundaySofaTime #CruiseNews #CruiseEtiquette #VeryUnofficialTravelGuides #travelvlog Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC0qb5AAbSI9kcjptctjWs1g/join Get my NEW BOOK, "Places, Please!" on Amazon: Link for USA: https://amzn.to/49v7OCd "Getting Stitches on a Cruise Ship" Book Link for UK: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B09MV7KR5K "Getting Stitches on a Cruise Ship" Book Link for Canada: https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B09MV7KR5K "Getting Stitches on a Cruise Ship" Book Link for Australia: https://www.amazon.com.au/dp/B09MV7KR5K Get exclusive videos and behind the scenes looks here: https://www.patreon.com/veryunofficial Amazon links to my gear, and other fun stuff I wish I had! https://www.amazon.com/shop/veryunofficialtravelguides Follow on: www.facebook.com/MorgansVeryunOfficialTravelGuides Instagram @MrMorganOBrien Twitter: @MrMorganOBrien Affiliate Links: I receive a small percentage from purchases made from affiliate links that may be contained in this description. This does not affect the amount you pay in any way. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.