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I was sailing solo around New Zealand when the cabin became quite warm and I stupidly decided to leave the balcony door open while having a shower. When I finished my shower I went into the cabin in my underwear to find a seagul feasting on my breakfast scraps. The seagul and I were both terrified and while the seagul flapped madly around the cabin I managed to open the door to the hallway with super strength. The door slammed behind me, leaving me standing in the hallway wearing nothing but my underpants and a look of extreme embarrassment on my face. I had no key with me and the cabin attendant let me in after about 10 minutes. The cabin was a complete mess but the attendant took great joy in cleaning it and the cruise director took greater joy relating the story to the audience in the theatre that night 😢
Just booked my first ever cruise Fraser, so found your advice, albeit some just commonsense and respectful, very helpful. Also, I loved your delivery, very watchable. What a fabulous time you must have had in 2023, all those cruises. New subscriber here. Thanks, Di 😊
Ahh, wonderful - welcome to the cruise world, and thanks so much for trusting me enough to share my advice with you! I’ve got loads more to come - watch this space!! 😊
Great advice. I love the dos and don’ts videos. Solid info. The thought of climbing on the balcony railing, or any railing for that matter, sends a chill up my spine.
Great info, especially for the new to cruising Fraser. If I were to add something, it would be to follow the instructions for the "suction" toilet and only flush the provided toilet paper after using the toilet. Having been on a cabin deck where the plumbing had been blocked and was backing up into the cabins, I recommend everyone to follow those instructions ! 😵💫
@@SamSitar Hi Sam, no, one flush is generally sufficient for bodily waste and the provided toilet tissue, it's when other products are flushed, wipes, paper towels, diapers etc that the system gets blocked and can cause back flow into your and neighbouring cabins ! It is a suction system and does work better if you close the toilet seat lid. Apparently there is a risk of injury if you remain sitting, reach behind you and operate the flush button. Sorry for detailing all these indelicate matters!
This video really cracked me up…. All good points of course but some of your comments made me laugh…. The one about the whale wearing your shirt!!!! You do make me giggle
For people worried about forgetting things in the safe, I put a big note in my suitcase that says EMPTY SAFE that i see when i start packing to leave, and I do it right then, I don't wait till the next morning. Some people say 'leave a shoe that you will wear when you disembark' in the safe so you don't forget, but i don't have spare shoes, though I am sure that works too.
Hate to tell you, but you are not the only person on the ship who can open the safe in your room. They can open the safe very easily. You'll be surprised how many people forget the pass code they used and need a cruise ship member to open their safe. All safes have a backup way to open the safe in case someone forgets their code.
Ahh, this is interesting. I guess I knew someone else COULD open it, but your belongings are far safer in there than lying on the desk 😂 Hopefully that makes sense!
You mention magnets. I used 4 magnet hooks and a piece of sting to make an additional washing line. It takes 4 hooks because the magnets will slide, so one on each opposite wall and two on the ceiling. String between the walls and it is done. Use the shower line for things which are dripping, then transfer to the cabin when just damp. This frees up the shower for use.
This is such a great idea - I’ve heard a few people mention doing this. I don’t have a huge amount of clothes to dry, but I usually cruise solo. I’m sure this must be SO useful for families! Thanks so much for watching!
If you have the towel bands that go around lounge chairs that hold your towel in place, they are great to hold clothes in place on your balcony chairs - they hold them in place very well. Use the thicker bands, they are more solid and strong.
Great piece. Most of these things are or should be common sense issues but people will surprise you. One you didn’t mention, and it’s not a requirement, is stateroom tidiness. We make a strong point of keep our room tidy and clutter free. Saves your cabin stewards a lot of work and they do appreciate it. Our cabin stewards refer to our cabin as the bonus room as so little effort id required to complete their tasks.
Hi Greg, I love this one - great addition! I walk past some rooms, and sometimes can’t believe how people let it get SO bad during a 7 night cruise. I totally agree with you - keep it tidy, and it’s easier for all involved! Thanks for this one!
@ we have managed to set the smoke alarm off before, oops! There were 4 of us sharing a very compact inside cabin for a weekend cruise and the vapours from our aerosols when we were getting ready earned us a phone call from the bridge 😳
Hi Tammy, thanks a lot for watching! I too, wish that everyone would follow the rules - some of them are just so simple for people to simply not listen…!
Great video, you cover most of the same points I did in a similar video that I published late last year. I'm sure its a coincidence since mine is a teeny baby channel! I was on Norwegian Prima in November and using my hot hair dryer brush. It was creating heaps of steam from my wet hair and I was sitting at the desk/dressing table in the main part of the cabin. The smoke alarm went off! We had a call from the bridge asking what was happening then a security officer came to check things out and turn off the alarm. How embarrassing!
Hello! Don’t worry - there are quite a number of videos on this topic - I haven’t pasted from your channel! Thanks for this comment - a good example of something unexpected activating the alarms - that must have been so annoying 😂 😞
@ oh no! I was only joking about my video! I really enjoyed watching yours and you did cover things I missed. Also, your year of cruising was LIFE GOALS ❤️❤️❤️
Happy New Year, Fraser! 🎊 I have not been around in awhile and just wanted to say hello and wish you all the best in 2025. Good stuff here. It's crazy to think that people would have a need to decorate their cabins or that they'd need to be told, what should be common sense, not to light candles.
@FraserAtSea, I have had a safe fail on me once, in a hotel, with my passport in it, so the safes make me a touch nervous. On the sound, I do typically keep a guitar with me, but I always practice using a phone/iPad app or record direct. The final point I would make about climbing on railings that people don’t think about is the propellers underneath the ship can easily pull someone in, who falls off into the water, and essentially mangle them so badly they turn into shark chum. It really isn’t worth it to get a photo, and I would imagine that would be a painful death.
I totally agree about the railings - just enjoy your cruise relaxing onboard - much more pleasant! Ahh, that safe scenario stresses me out just thinking about it - hope you got it out okay and on time! Thanks a lot for watching, and thanks for taking the time to leave a comment! 😊
@FraserAtSea, it was the last day of a business trip to Colombia, when I was a travel agent, but I immediately got someone up to the room because I didn’t have time to waste. They ended up having to drill out the lock. For some reason the computer lock had failed.
@ they still have the right to confiscate if deemed faulty or found left plugged in but have actually stated on their sites that they are allowed. Loving your channel even as an experienced cruiser and it must be invaluable to new cruisers.
please, please, please- don't slam the cabin door!!!! it is VERY loud to the room next to you. Instead of just letting it close behind you, Hold the handle and close it gently...same for the drawers, etc in the cabin. Just please be mindful that you are not the only person on the ship. I am currently on the Majestic Princess and I have Never experienced such rude/oblivious passengers and I have spent over 200 days over the years cruising. Just be considerate!! thanks 😊
Oh, the door slamming is such a great point to add! I’ve been on cruises where everybody slammed the door, and it would keep waking me up - so annoying! Thanks a lot for watching! 😊
That is an incredibly selfish choice for multiple reasons. You ruin the air for all the balconies around you. And it is against the rules! And quite dumb!
You whale-a-phobic human! 😂😂😂 Ocean life should be aloud free clothing to goto dinners within! 🎉 I almost fell off-of my chair when you dropped that gem ❤ oh so very good Mr. Fraser. 🫡😜🤪
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I was sailing solo around New Zealand when the cabin became quite warm and I stupidly decided to leave the balcony door open while having a shower. When I finished my shower I went into the cabin in my underwear to find a seagul feasting on my breakfast scraps. The seagul and I were both terrified and while the seagul flapped madly around the cabin I managed to open the door to the hallway with super strength. The door slammed behind me, leaving me standing in the hallway wearing nothing but my underpants and a look of extreme embarrassment on my face. I had no key with me and the cabin attendant let me in after about 10 minutes. The cabin was a complete mess but the attendant took great joy in cleaning it and the cruise director took greater joy relating the story to the audience in the theatre that night 😢
Oh no - I’d be so embarrassed by that - I guess you learned your lesson, haha! Thanks for sharing this with us - you’ve made me smile this morning!!
@FraserAtSea embarrassed is an understatement and I never did that again.
So funny! I have always had an inside cabin because my partner Mr. Moneybags is a tightwad! I dream of a balcony.
@maggiegarber246 A balcony is amazing because you can get away from the crowds when you need to and still be close to the ocean and the fresh air.
HILARIOUS
Just booked my first ever cruise Fraser, so found your advice, albeit some just commonsense and respectful, very helpful. Also, I loved your delivery, very watchable. What a fabulous time you must have had in 2023, all those cruises. New subscriber here. Thanks, Di 😊
Ahh, wonderful - welcome to the cruise world, and thanks so much for trusting me enough to share my advice with you! I’ve got loads more to come - watch this space!! 😊
Great advice. I love the dos and don’ts videos. Solid info. The thought of climbing on the balcony railing, or any railing for that matter, sends a chill up my spine.
Ahh, thanks! Lots more to come - stay tuned - delighted you’re enjoying!
Great info, especially for the new to cruising Fraser. If I were to add something, it would be to follow the instructions for the "suction" toilet and only flush the provided toilet paper after using the toilet. Having been on a cabin deck where the plumbing had been blocked and was backing up into the cabins, I recommend everyone to follow those instructions ! 😵💫
Ah, great addition Stephen - I can only imagine how awful it is being down the hall from a backed up toilet.
Thanks a lot for this, Stephen!
so i must flush the toilet twice after using it?
@@SamSitar Hi Sam, no, one flush is generally sufficient for bodily waste and the provided toilet tissue, it's when other products are flushed, wipes, paper towels, diapers etc that the system gets blocked and can cause back flow into your and neighbouring cabins ! It is a suction system and does work better if you close the toilet seat lid. Apparently there is a risk of injury if you remain sitting, reach behind you and operate the flush button. Sorry for detailing all these indelicate matters!
This video really cracked me up…. All good points of course but some of your comments made me laugh…. The one about the whale wearing your shirt!!!! You do make me giggle
Ha, I can be a bit of a muppet at times - do excuse me 😂 Thanks so much for watching, Joanne. Glad you enjoyed, and great to see your name pop up!
@ you are not a muppet. You make all your videos so fun to watch
@ ahh, thanks a lot! 😃
For people worried about forgetting things in the safe, I put a big note in my suitcase that says EMPTY SAFE that i see when i start packing to leave, and I do it right then, I don't wait till the next morning. Some people say 'leave a shoe that you will wear when you disembark' in the safe so you don't forget, but i don't have spare shoes, though I am sure that works too.
Hate to tell you, but you are not the only person on the ship who can open the safe in your room. They can open the safe very easily. You'll be surprised how many people forget the pass code they used and need a cruise ship member to open their safe. All safes have a backup way to open the safe in case someone forgets their code.
Ahh, this is interesting. I guess I knew someone else COULD open it, but your belongings are far safer in there than lying on the desk 😂 Hopefully that makes sense!
You mention magnets. I used 4 magnet hooks and a piece of sting to make an additional washing line. It takes 4 hooks because the magnets will slide, so one on each opposite wall and two on the ceiling. String between the walls and it is done. Use the shower line for things which are dripping, then transfer to the cabin when just damp. This frees up the shower for use.
This is such a great idea - I’ve heard a few people mention doing this. I don’t have a huge amount of clothes to dry, but I usually cruise solo. I’m sure this must be SO useful for families!
Thanks so much for watching!
If you have the towel bands that go around lounge chairs that hold your towel in place, they are great to hold clothes in place on your balcony chairs - they hold them in place very well. Use the thicker bands, they are more solid and strong.
I've cruised a lot over the years, every cruise I learn something, thanks for your advice, very useful ❤
Thanks a lot for watching, Jo. Glad you found the video useful! 😊
Great piece. Most of these things are or should be common sense issues but people will surprise you. One you didn’t mention, and it’s not a requirement, is stateroom tidiness. We make a strong point of keep our room tidy and clutter free. Saves your cabin stewards a lot of work and they do appreciate it. Our cabin stewards refer to our cabin as the bonus room as so little effort id required to complete their tasks.
Hi Greg, I love this one - great addition! I walk past some rooms, and sometimes can’t believe how people let it get SO bad during a 7 night cruise. I totally agree with you - keep it tidy, and it’s easier for all involved! Thanks for this one!
@@FraserAtSea One can only imagine what these people's homes look like. 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣
Thank you Fraser for so much sensible info.
Thanks a lot for watching, Hazel!
Good suggestions. They make sense.
Thanks for watching! 😊
Ah nice to see your vid hitting the algorithm. ❤
Thanks a lot! This one has really lifted off - thanks for watching!!
A hair straightener (flat iron) can help to touch up dewrinkling cuffs, hems and trouser creases.
Ahh, I didn’t know this - great addition. Thanks for this!!
Pretty common sense, but you also made it funny! Thanks for the tips 🙂
Thanks a lot for watching - glad you enjoyed!!
Some really useful advice, we had to check we’re not guilty of these!
Thanks for watching! 😃 Did you fall foul to any? 😂
@ we have managed to set the smoke alarm off before, oops! There were 4 of us sharing a very compact inside cabin for a weekend cruise and the vapours from our aerosols when we were getting ready earned us a phone call from the bridge 😳
Great list Fraser, thanks! Appreciate the humor! ❤ Wish everyone complied with the rules. 😂
Hi Tammy, thanks a lot for watching! I too, wish that everyone would follow the rules - some of them are just so simple for people to simply not listen…!
Great information Fraser 😻
Thanks a lot for watching, Christine!
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Security has access to the safe but yes we do always use it.
Glad to hear you religiously use it too! Thanks for watching, Mike!
Thank you, Fraser ❤
Thanks so much for watching!
Great video, you cover most of the same points I did in a similar video that I published late last year. I'm sure its a coincidence since mine is a teeny baby channel!
I was on Norwegian Prima in November and using my hot hair dryer brush. It was creating heaps of steam from my wet hair and I was sitting at the desk/dressing table in the main part of the cabin. The smoke alarm went off! We had a call from the bridge asking what was happening then a security officer came to check things out and turn off the alarm. How embarrassing!
Hello! Don’t worry - there are quite a number of videos on this topic - I haven’t pasted from your channel!
Thanks for this comment - a good example of something unexpected activating the alarms - that must have been so annoying 😂 😞
@ oh no! I was only joking about my video! I really enjoyed watching yours and you did cover things I missed. Also, your year of cruising was LIFE GOALS ❤️❤️❤️
Super tips
Thanks a lot for watching!!
Thanks Frazier.
Thanks for watching!!
Happy New Year, Fraser! 🎊 I have not been around in awhile and just wanted to say hello and wish you all the best in 2025.
Good stuff here. It's crazy to think that people would have a need to decorate their cabins or that they'd need to be told, what should be common sense, not to light candles.
Johnny, haven’t seen your name in a while - thanks so much for saying hello! I hope you’re doing well - thank you for watching!’
@FraserAtSea, I have had a safe fail on me once, in a hotel, with my passport in it, so the safes make me a touch nervous. On the sound, I do typically keep a guitar with me, but I always practice using a phone/iPad app or record direct. The final point I would make about climbing on railings that people don’t think about is the propellers underneath the ship can easily pull someone in, who falls off into the water, and essentially mangle them so badly they turn into shark chum. It really isn’t worth it to get a photo, and I would imagine that would be a painful death.
I totally agree about the railings - just enjoy your cruise relaxing onboard - much more pleasant! Ahh, that safe scenario stresses me out just thinking about it - hope you got it out okay and on time!
Thanks a lot for watching, and thanks for taking the time to leave a comment! 😊
@FraserAtSea, it was the last day of a business trip to Colombia, when I was a travel agent, but I immediately got someone up to the room because I didn’t have time to waste. They ended up having to drill out the lock. For some reason the computer lock had failed.
@@bradleyolinger1691 oh wow - I’m glad they got it for you!
Thank you
Thanks for watching!
The lights go off when you leave the room once your card is removed.
You’re right, unless you leave another card in there, or have 2 room keys so don’t remove the card!
I put valuables into my locked luggage. Money and jewelery. Passports I put into the safe.
Great tip - thanks for adding this!!
“Walls” on ships are called bulkheads. 😊
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Marella do allow travel irons and steamers
Oh, that’s good! Not all cruise lines do - always best to check!
@ they still have the right to confiscate if deemed faulty or found left plugged in but have actually stated on their sites that they are allowed. Loving your channel even as an experienced cruiser and it must be invaluable to new cruisers.
with any cabin with a window close your curtains before starting a shower.
This is another good point - similar to my point about the view changing… Thanks for this!
please, please, please- don't slam the cabin door!!!! it is VERY loud to the room next to you. Instead of just letting it close behind you, Hold the handle and close it gently...same for the drawers, etc in the cabin. Just please be mindful that you are not the only person on the ship. I am currently on the Majestic Princess and I have Never experienced such rude/oblivious passengers and I have spent over 200 days over the years cruising. Just be considerate!! thanks 😊
Oh, the door slamming is such a great point to add! I’ve been on cruises where everybody slammed the door, and it would keep waking me up - so annoying! Thanks a lot for watching! 😊
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We’re not all dumb. Most of us know price Harry was being used. We cruise annually and smoke on our balcony every time. We use an ashtray…
Thanks for watching! I guess it’s banned out there because not everyone is as careful.
And if I get your smoke into my space, I'm gonna call security. Don't. Smoke. On. Balconies. It's unsafe and it's RUDE.
You make it so no one around you can enjoy their balcony. Selfish.
That is an incredibly selfish choice for multiple reasons. You ruin the air for all the balconies around you. And it is against the rules! And quite dumb!
You whale-a-phobic human! 😂😂😂 Ocean life should be aloud free clothing to goto dinners within! 🎉 I almost fell off-of my chair when you dropped that gem ❤ oh so very good Mr. Fraser. 🫡😜🤪
Ha, this comment made me smile - I’m glad you enjoyed! 😊 🐳
@@FraserAtSea 🫡🤭