10 Sea Day Cruise Mistakes You Need To Avoid

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  • Опубліковано 2 чер 2024
  • There are several sea day cruise mistakes we still see cruising making in 2024. To ensure you make the most of your trip, we put together the 10 cruise mistakes you must avoid during your next sea day.
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    10 Sea Day Mistakes Cruisers Still Make
    0:00 Introduction
    0:45 Sleeping In
    2:25 Failing to Apply Sunscreen
    3:45 Going to the Spa or Thermal Suite
    5:25 Neglecting the Crew
    6:50 Skipping Breakfast
    8:30 Staying in One Spot All Day
    9:12 Not Taking Advantage of the Drink Package
    10:40 Eating Lunch at the Buffet
    12:05 Skipping the Gym
    13:00 Missing the Nighttime Activities
    CRUISE MISTAKES MOST MAKE ON A SEA DAY
    Are you making these sea day mistakes on your cruise vacation? Don't worry; we've got you covered with tips to optimize your sea day experience! You can learn how to make the most of your sea days by avoiding these common mistakes.
    Are you maximizing your sea days on a cruise? One huge cruise mistake we see many make on a sea day is sleeping in and missing out on many of the activities and attractions.
    Don't snooze through your sea days! Waking up early ensures you secure prime pool deck spots and enjoy all the ship's activities without the crowds.
    While outside, remember to protect your skin! Apply sunscreen regularly, even on cooler cruises, to avoid painful sunburns and safely enjoy your time in the sun. With a busy ship and several activities, it is easy to forget about all the hardworking people on the ship. So, don't make the sea day cruise mistake of not engaging with the crew! Taking a few moments to chat with them can brighten their day and enhance your cruise experience.
    We suggest you forgo heading to the Spa or Thermal Suite on a cruise sea day. Consider booking spa treatments on port days for a more relaxed experience and potential savings.
    There is plenty to do on a sea day. Even if you plan to relax most of the day, make sure to eat breakfast. Make sure to fuel up for the day!. Even a light breakfast can provide energy for fun activities and help prevent seasickness.
    We know it is very tempting on a sea day to spend most of the day lounging poolside. But this is a great time to explore all your cruise ship offers. Don't limit yourself to one area-take advantage of all the onboard amenities and activities.
    Remember to take advantage of your drink package. Please make the most of it with various beverages throughout the day, but remember to drink responsibly.
    Perhaps the biggest cruise mistake many still make on a sea day is eating lunch in the buffet. Simply put, avoid the crowds at this casual restaurant. Explore alternative dining options like specialty restaurants or the main dining room for a more relaxed lunch experience.
    We know you are on vacation, but take advantage of the gym while on your cruise. A sea day is the perfect time to stay active. You can use the ship's fitness center or outdoor activities to burn off extra calories and maintain your routine.
    The sea day doesn't head when the sun goes down. So, make sure to attend the show and nighttime events. Experience the nightlife! Remember the evening entertainment, from themed parties to live shows, to end your sea day on a high note.
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КОМЕНТАРІ • 60

  • @TheRecon1a
    @TheRecon1a 3 місяці тому +57

    My Day 1 Sea Day Ritual...Sleep til 10:30 am...Go have Sea Day Brunch.... Come back from Sea Day Brunch and go Back to sleep... Anything after I wake up again is a bonus.😂

    • @reoryn
      @reoryn 3 місяці тому +6

      Now that sounds VERY familiar! I'm on holiday, so relaxing and having an extra doze is part of the reason I'm there😊 That said, I'll check what's going on the night before and get up if there's something specific.

    • @annchandra3038
      @annchandra3038 2 місяці тому +2

      Agree

    • @mowkie
      @mowkie 27 днів тому

      I like your style!

  • @nango4073
    @nango4073 2 місяці тому +11

    Love sea days, breakfast, second breakfast, third breakfast, brunch, lunch, second....😂😂😂

  • @joeborromeo8693
    @joeborromeo8693 3 місяці тому +29

    A sea day is the worst time to be at the pool. We wait for port day at the pool he usually empty

    • @Eatsleepcruise1
      @Eatsleepcruise1  3 місяці тому +2

      Us too, but for those who do want to use the pool on a sea day, it’s best to get out early. Happy cruising.

    • @SipWatchTravel
      @SipWatchTravel 2 місяці тому

      HUGE mistake!

    • @clbert7460
      @clbert7460 2 місяці тому

      Thank you! Sea days are the time to sleep in and find a quiet deck when you do wake up!

  • @tootsla1252
    @tootsla1252 22 дні тому +2

    Thank You!! My sister and I rarely get off the ship and we love long cruises with lots of sea days.

    • @sarahlbeeney1920
      @sarahlbeeney1920 12 днів тому

      My sister and I are the same, love port days also on the ship…

  • @AngelaHursh
    @AngelaHursh 2 місяці тому +8

    I 100% sleep in on a sea day, especially if I have a balcony. Who needs a pool chair when you can lounge in peace on your balcony?

  • @LunaLight95
    @LunaLight95 Місяць тому +2

    Number one Suggestion, sleep in. I dont ever go to the pool deck, so not a problem for me. And second nap after brunch 😊

  • @car_tar3882
    @car_tar3882 3 місяці тому +20

    I will never understand the hype about sitting in the sun on a sea day. You can do that anywhere likely with less crowds I’d much rather ride some slides enjoy the unique activities of the ship or hang out on the promenade/outdoor deck and watch the waves crash against the ship

    • @Eatsleepcruise1
      @Eatsleepcruise1  3 місяці тому +2

      We agree. We like to get a little sun on a sea day, but not spend all day in one spot. We tend to do the rides and slides on a port day, to beat the crowds, but enjoy other parts of a sea day. Thanks for watching. Happy Sailing.

    • @jblkcns
      @jblkcns 2 місяці тому +1

      Right! I'd rather go do something fun.

  • @rbrevard
    @rbrevard 2 місяці тому +3

    Love sea days. Routine always include breakfast, lunch, dinner, gym, a walk, relaxation by the pool, hot tube, some shopping, and a drink or two. I'm typically a late night person and late to rise, but on a cruise I do the opposite. Love getting moving in the morning and maybe in bed by 10ish - once in awhile a little later.

  • @marivega3294
    @marivega3294 3 місяці тому +11

    I don't understand this video. You can look at the itinerary and plan your sleep around that. You're not going to do every thing on the itinerary.... unless you want to. I'm a younger Cruiser so in my experience lounge chairs tend to open up in the middle of the day and the pool area is less crowded because of that...
    Most people get up early on sea days and things start to become less crowded as the day goes on, until dinner time.
    Also, in my experience, spa is much cheaper to buy BEFORE the cruise starts than on port days.

    • @Eatsleepcruise1
      @Eatsleepcruise1  3 місяці тому +2

      Thanks for watching. These are just some tips for making the most of a sea day. Some cruisers like to do and see everything, some like to relax. From our experiences in mega ships, these are the easiest ways to stay ahead of everyone else onboard. Happy sailing.

  • @lindakegler7700
    @lindakegler7700 3 місяці тому +5

    I never sleep in on sea days. I take afternoon naps to recharge if needed. Many things to do and I like beating the crowds if there any activities I want to do. I stay on the ship on many port days and take advantage of the spas. I enjoy the dining room experience most times rather than the buffet. I have cruised many times on different cruise lines and thoroughly check out the daily activities scheduled so I can plan my days accordingly.

    • @Eatsleepcruise1
      @Eatsleepcruise1  3 місяці тому

      Sound like our kind of cruiser. When is your next trip?

  • @leolok2632
    @leolok2632 3 місяці тому +4

    Thanks for the helpful reminder tips when I would occasionally ignore.

    • @Eatsleepcruise1
      @Eatsleepcruise1  3 місяці тому +1

      Glad you found the video helpful. When is your next cruise?

  • @LeeYourCruiseDirector
    @LeeYourCruiseDirector 3 місяці тому +1

    So much great advice in here!! Thank you both for looking after our cruising community

  • @harlanabraham7772
    @harlanabraham7772 28 днів тому +1

    Like sea days. Like some port days, but, depends on where it is going. Like to be up early whether it is a sea day or port day. Don't like to sit out by the pool. Bug spray too. Need sunscreen and bug spray no matter where you go. Staying on board during a port of call could be nice. Depends on which port it is. Don't like bars. Do interact with members of the crew. Seeing a waiter/waitress from the MDR at a buffett does occur sometimes. Need to have something early. Like breakfast too. Eating on a cruise is something I enjoy. Some trivia contests are good. Like to play in the casino and explore the different areas of the ship. Depends on what is offered in the drink package. Like specialty coffees and have a glass of wine with a meal. Most cruise lines have the MDR open. Don't even wear shorts and/or t-shirt to MDR. Like to go to the gym. My wife likes the deck parties even though they are overcrowded and too noisy.

  • @terrystepp
    @terrystepp Місяць тому +1

    I plan on hitting the gym for a solid workout on my two sea days in July.

    • @Eatsleepcruise1
      @Eatsleepcruise1  Місяць тому +1

      That’s more than we do, lol. When’s the next cruise?

    • @terrystepp
      @terrystepp Місяць тому

      @@Eatsleepcruise1 take off on our 5 year anniversary July 27th on Independence of the seas

  • @roxannechapa2131
    @roxannechapa2131 3 місяці тому +3

    The best massages are at the ports of call and they are much cheaper

  • @leolok2632
    @leolok2632 3 місяці тому

    Great sea day tips. Just a Q on Room service ie having breakfast delivered to your room. Given a big ship long corridor and journey from the busy kitchen, by the time the food is delivered, coffee croissants sausages eggs etc are already cold and wrinkled and unappetising. Is it better to go to Cafe or dining room instead? You may bring coffee to room anyway.

  • @nonnauu3977
    @nonnauu3977 2 місяці тому +1

    I’d love to know which ships these facilities, especially the spas, thermal suites, and other locations were filmed on. We’re D+ on Royal and have numerous cruises under our belts on Disney, Celebrity, Carnival, and a couple Norwegian and none of the favorites look that nice!

  • @s.n.e.8941
    @s.n.e.8941 2 місяці тому

    At .42, which ship is that thermal pool on? Thanks

  • @stuartjohnson5686
    @stuartjohnson5686 3 місяці тому +3

    February 2024 Carnival Venezia had signs up claiming they would remove your stuff if you tried to mark seats.
    No idea if they actually did.

    • @Eatsleepcruise1
      @Eatsleepcruise1  3 місяці тому +2

      Many ships do have these signs but enforcement is inconsistent. When is your next cruise?

    • @sharondalynnewton7562
      @sharondalynnewton7562 2 місяці тому +1

      I just sailed on celebrity ascent and they were definitely enforcing the rules.

    • @kathybrem880
      @kathybrem880 Місяць тому

      I wish they would--I just came back from a RC cruise and could never get a chair by pool ever!

    • @DebDebbiesWorld
      @DebDebbiesWorld Місяць тому

      Just got off a carnival cruise. My daughter and I saw crew members placing notes on chairs left unattended for a long time, and then picking them up to free up the chairs. So yes, they do.

  • @dawnkalybaba7221
    @dawnkalybaba7221 2 місяці тому +3

    We were just on a cruise on the day we are all on ship people are so rude the put towels on the chairs or maybe a hat with it saving their chairs but now they have got smart if the see if you are not back in 30 min.so other people can get a chair buffet people are very rude.they rush to to the buffet as they every will see food again.They take so much and not eat it seem to much waste

    • @nonnauu3977
      @nonnauu3977 2 місяці тому +1

      Problem is how do they know if people are in the pool or hot tub?

    • @kathybrem880
      @kathybrem880 Місяць тому +1

      Yep-I see that all the time too

  • @ms.marnie
    @ms.marnie 2 місяці тому

    😅😊I did My 1st cruise recently and was well informed from just educating myself..I take that 1st timer comment as a insult..😊😊

  • @galaxycatboy
    @galaxycatboy 2 місяці тому

    do you have tips for a wheelchair user on voyager of the seas???

    • @nonnauu3977
      @nonnauu3977 2 місяці тому

      I’ve got limited mobility but don’t use a w/c. The ships, typically except the very upper deck with some limited sports areas are fully accessible for all of us.
      When will you be on Voyager?

    • @galaxycatboy
      @galaxycatboy 2 місяці тому

      in june @@nonnauu3977

    • @galaxycatboy
      @galaxycatboy Місяць тому

      @@nonnauu3977 in june

  • @QueenKayKay47
    @QueenKayKay47 3 місяці тому

    I do not like sea days....so I am good. LOL

  • @Miss_sassyxx
    @Miss_sassyxx Місяць тому

    You are presuming that everyone likes to sunbathe. My skin burns so as much as I like sun I can’t lie in it so hence do not need a sun bed

    • @Eatsleepcruise1
      @Eatsleepcruise1  Місяць тому

      That is only one of the tips. What is your favorite thing to do on a sea day?

  • @DebDebbiesWorld
    @DebDebbiesWorld Місяць тому

    its your vacation. if you want to sleep in, SLEEP IN. Sure you might miss a 'prime' deck lounger, but I promise there will be OTHER loungers.

  • @Bob_Mahan
    @Bob_Mahan Місяць тому

    Sea day is nap day.

  • @fullyblazed13
    @fullyblazed13 Місяць тому

    First one is for old(er) people. Aint nobody trying to sit in a chair all day on a pool deck.

    • @Eatsleepcruise1
      @Eatsleepcruise1  Місяць тому

      Right, that’s actually of the tips not to waste the entire day in the sun. Thanks for watching. When is your next cruise?

    • @fullyblazed13
      @fullyblazed13 Місяць тому

      @@Eatsleepcruise1 August - symphony

  • @Ariadne147
    @Ariadne147 2 місяці тому +2

    Not everyone cares about getting a lounge chair on the pool deck. Whilee this is a nice video, not everyone has the same goals for enjoying a sea day as you do.

    • @Eatsleepcruise1
      @Eatsleepcruise1  2 місяці тому

      Of course, that’s why we have several different tips for all types of cruises. Happy sailing. When is the next voyage?

  • @kokenif
    @kokenif 3 місяці тому +4

    Never sleep in, never have.

    • @Eatsleepcruise1
      @Eatsleepcruise1  3 місяці тому

      There is too much to do and see!

    • @sharondalynnewton7562
      @sharondalynnewton7562 2 місяці тому +1

      It’s a vacation. Some people get up early daily to go to work and look forward to relaxing and sleeping in while on vacation.