Surprising Cruise Etiquette Rules Everyone Should Follow

What’s the one cruise rule many people ignore until it’s too late, and it can leave you stranded at port? Cruise etiquette goes far beyond being polite. Some mistakes can cost you your drink package, disrupt your vacation, or even get you removed from the ship. From elevator behavior and buffet hygiene to balcony rules, chair hogging, and parenting on board, these unspoken rules shape the cruise experience for everyone. This episode breaks down the most common etiquette mistakes first-time cruisers make, explains why pier runners keep happening, and shows how a little planning can save your entire trip. **Keychain Pocket Watch** https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0C9XWPGSM?linkCode=ssc&tag=onamzmeli05a2-20&creativeASIN=B0C9XWPGSM&asc_item-id=amzn1.shoppablemedia.v1.8fa48197-a2c2-41df-a8b2-53fc0172f8bf&ref_=aip_sf_photo_spv_s_ons_mixed_d_asin **CHAPTERS** (0:00) What cruise mistake can get you kicked off the ship? (0:25) Why elevator etiquette causes daily chaos on cruises? (1:40) What buffet behavior drives experienced cruisers crazy? (3:07) Why balcony noise and smoking rules matter so much? (4:01) What really happens when you share a drink package? (5:29) Why are banned items confiscated at embarkation? (7:04) How does boarding and gangway etiquette keep things moving? (8:10) Why are quiet spaces not optional courtesy zones? (10:10) Why chair hogging creates nonstop cruise drama? (12:10) Why does missing the all-aboard time leave people stranded? ----------------------------------------------- PODCAST Want this video in audio form? Stream my podcast: Spotify: https://profmel.com/spotify Apple: https://profmel.com/apple ----------------------------------------------- LINKS 🛳️ Get my Travel Insurance Guide for Cruisers: https://profmel.com/insurance 🛳️ Shop my favorite cruise outfits and essentials: https://profmel.com/shop 🛳️ Want to become a travel agent? https://www.profmelissa.com/travelagent 🛳️ Get my top recommended travel card: http://www.profmel.com/card 🛳️ Want to book a cruise or take a cruise with me? https://profmel.com/book 🛳️ Grab my FREE Cruise Packing List & Planner: https://profmel.com/subscribe 🛳️ Want to book my favorite private drivers? http://www.profmel.com/drivers ------------------------------------------------- CONNECT WITH ME TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@professormelissa Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ProfMelissaCruises/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/professormelissa ------------------------------------------------- Please note that sometimes, my posts contain affiliate links. This means I may receive a commission through purchases, but this does not affect you as a consumer or cost you more in any way. I appreciate your use of my links, as this helps support my channel. ♥️