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Experts reveal 6 rudest things passengers do on cruise ships
Cruise passengers face 6 common rude habits that experts say undermine ship comfort.
In brief
Cruise passengers face 6 common rude habits that experts say undermine ship comfort. Experts identify six passenger behaviors on cruise ships that disrupt comfort and safety. Originally reported by New York Post.
Pool lounger monopolization
Cruise passengers monopolize pool loungers for hours by grabbing towels, flip-flops, or dolls.
“Reserving a pool lounger for while you’re off enjoying another activity is simply unfair”
Being a dirtbag in the buffet line
Passengers skip handwashing stations, increasing illness risk on ships with over 100 affected by norovirus outbreaks.
“Lack of hand hygiene is my biggest ick. The ships make it so easy for everyone to wash their hands.”
Zero volume control
Cruise ships have loud noise levels that cause sleep loss and hallway disruptions for passengers.
“The noise was pretty overwhelming on my first cruise this winter. I wore earplugs a lot of the time.”
Lack of elevator etiquette
Passengers push into elevators before others exit, causing delays and discomfort for older travelers and people with disabilities.
“It’s not only rude, but it also doesn’t even gain them anything.”
Dirty dishes
Passengers clutter corridors with used dishes and trays, obstructing pathways and causing table contamination.
“People do this weird thing on cruises where they’ll put their dirty plates on other people’s tables while still in use.”
Being awful to staff
Passengers mistreat crew members, who are paid to cater to their every need, causing conflicts.
“These people are paid to cater to your every wish. The least you can do is be polite to them.”
The bottom line
Experts identify six passenger behaviors on cruise ships that disrupt comfort and safety.
