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EPISODE · Jan 18, 2026 · 13 MIN

Surprising Cruise Etiquette Rules Everyone Should Follow

from Professor Melissa's Cruise Pod · host Professor Melissa

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

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