Hall Etiquette:
Do not run in the halls
Do not talk loudly in the halls
If some one is approaching you either from behind or the other direction move over to one side
When leaving your cabin please don't let the door slam, hold onto it and let it close softly.
I frequently kidnap my kids toys when I go on business and snap pictures of them to send back.
My favorite was when I took the Nut Brown Hare on a plane. The people must have thought I was nuts, but the picture of the nut brown hare with its head in a barf bag was priceless.
At the Flying Fish we put Perry the Platypus in an extra chair and tied a napkin around his neck. But he didn't order a meal, even though they brought him a menu (no worms on the menu). He didn't get any wine either. And he won't on the cruise.
And everybody walked by and said "Hi Perry" like it was normal to have a platypus at the table.
Disney rocks.
The crew of DCL is just about universally wonderful. Show them respect and you'll get it back many times over. A kind (and genuine) word of appreciation goes a long way in a bit of humanity.
There are those who don't seem to have much respect for the CMs, who even think of them as their servants. I feel sorry for these guests. They have a sense of entitlement that is undeserved, even offensive, and they are missing out on connecting with some of the world's wonderful people.
My (admittedly humble) opinion is the CMs work hard for, and earn, our deepest respect and appreciation. But, also, just my opinion.
Be on time for the safety drill. Your group cannot leave until all are accounted for.
Please don't wear your swim suit to dinner. You know how many dinners you will be attending. Prepare and pack for that. It shouldn't be a surprise that you need clothes for this.
2) JUST BECAUSE THE MOVIES ARE FREE, DOESN'T MEAN YOU CAN SHOW UP WHENEVER YOU WANT AND/OR STAND AROUND[/B]. We had large families come in trying to find 'prime' seating locations 30 minutes in to the movie.
Thank you!
I think one post was confusing etiquette with atmosphere of the ship, where it really is more to do with personal actions.
Behave as you would anywhere else..common courtesy goes a long way!!! I have a book I got as a gift a long, long time ago called "The Essential Little Cruise Book". It is written by a cruise director and gives general cruising tips and does have a section on ship etiquette. I have listed them below...again these are general etiquette tips and I paraphrased some of them. Not everyone will agree with all of them and may feel they don't pertain to DCL but here they are.
Never go up to the Captain when you see him around the ship and ask "Who's driving the boat"?....he's heard it a thousand times and it gets old quick.
Don't leave your laundry in the machines and not come back for it.
Don't leave your personal belongings on deck chairs to save them for later. They are for everyone and unless you are ready to use them don't leave stuff on them.
Don't walk around the ship in your bathing suit without a cover up and don't walk the halls in your nightie and curlers.
Don't drape towels and clothing on the verandah railing (makes the ship look tacky).
Always be polite when asking for something from the staff. Always smile and make eye contact.
Be modest in your attire, not everyone needs to see every bump and bulge.
Respect crew only areas (the ship is also their home and how would you feel if strangers were pushing their way into your living room).
Don't sit in the first row at the show and doze off....people behind you can be distracted by your bobbing head and the performers won't appreciate people dozing during the show.
Be discreet with your money and personal wealth. Nobody really cares and being ostentatious is in bad taste.
When leaving your cabin don't let the doors slam.
To be asked to dine with the Captain is an honor don't ever turn it down.
There is a reason cruise ships don't sell gum....if you bring your own don't stick it where it does not belong (like on the floor or under furniture). Dispose of it properly.
If coming back from muddy excursion, take off your shoes and carry them to room so you don't track mud through the ship
Don't block the elevators, wait until passengers leave the elevator before boarding.
If you encounter a problem seek out a crew member and discreetly explain the problem. Don't bore your fellow passengers with it.
Keep a grip on yourself, don't over indulge in alcohol and be annoying to others.
If the evening calls for formal attire don't change into shorts and t-shirt mid way through.
Never use your hand to touch food on the buffets, always use the tongs provided (or don't put stuff back if you change your mind).
Take a moment to commend the staff if you feel they have done a great job. A pat on the back goes a long way.
And my favorite:
If the sun shines smile, it is rains...smile and look for the rainbow!
MJ
Hall Etiquette: If some one is approaching you either from behind or the other direction move over to one side.
there are many good reasons for turning down this invitation and truth be known the selection of who gets to go is often not made by the captain ... he's just told who will be there ... SHMOOZING is part of the job ... NOT ALWAYS but not uncommon. (do you think the captain WANTS to shake the hands of 1000 people or have his picture taken 1000 times .. a couple of times a week?!?) IF U do not care to go I have one comment .... decline quickly ... odds are they'll fill the seat with someone else and that person may see it as the highlight of their life! Don't let the seat go empty . . . I've gotten the invite ... and been invited to the bridge ... and had the captain just join us in the bar for a refreshment. Sometimes they enjoy talking shop with a fellow sailor http://s241.photobucket.com/user/Capt_bj/media/shameless.jpg.html Often when meeting the captain on formal night I'd hand him my card and he'd hand it to the always present assistant and whisper something ... often resulting in a note delivered to the room soon after. I've dined with the captain, been on the bridge for port entry/departure http://s241.photobucket.com/user/Capt_bj/media/AimeHorn.jpg.html {dd sounding the horn departing Castaway} accompanied the captain on his daily 'walk about' ... a 3 hour tour from stem to stern and keel to mast. And partied with the captain in port . . . and I've been the Captain hosting the meal .... especially difficult if the invited guests and you don't speak the same language!!!! but back on topic .... decline if you want ... politely and QUICKLY
My suggestions have to do with being in the theater......
2) If you've bought some of the bagged popcorn or snacks to enjoy during the show, please be aware that the packaging is very loud and when you reach inside and move your hand all around, it makes a lot of noise. No one around you wants to hear the rustling of your snack bag over and over again throughout the show. There is a way to reach inside softly without moving the bag all around.