29 things only cruise ship captains know
Deborah Cicurel
14 February 2018
29 things only cruise ship captains know
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Ships dock miles away from major sights on purpose
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The crew are probably having more fun than you
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Falling overboard doesn’t just happen in movies
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Your itinerary might be overly optimistic
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Deaths happen regularly at sea
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Hooking up with a crew member will get them fired
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The captain would rather you were at sea than in port
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Your luggage might not be safe from the water
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Staff are ill-equipped for emergencies
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The crew wish they had rooms like yours
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Arriving late means more money for the captain
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The crew knows exactly what you’re up to
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Crew members are randomly drug tested
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The crew might mess with you
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Passengers are given nicknames
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The crew aren't always kind
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You should tip the crew in cash
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Crew use secret codes over the tannoys
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The plumbing isn't exactly robust
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Pirates are a very real problem
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Laws are sometimes bent at sea
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Follow the crew to find the best places on land
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People disappear from cruise ships more often than you’d think
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Be on time or be stranded
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Your cruise definitely isn’t eco-friendly
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You’ve got a higher chance of getting sick
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If you need something, just ask
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Your comment cards can make or break careers
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The crew are cliquey
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