luckynumber6 Posted May 24, 2011 #1 Share Posted May 24, 2011 I am in no way a germ phobic person, but I was really grossed out by the number of people filling up their water bottles right from the dispenser. The rim of the bottle would touch the dispenser - this is the same rim that touches yoru mouth! This is gross and spreads germs. Please stop doign this and if NCl is reading this - have a person watch this closer....I only saw one of many people asked to not do that....and when I asked someone not to do it - they were really rude.... So be polite - that is all it takes...use a cup ...fill up your water bottle - don't make me get some of your germs each time I have a glass of water. Thank you - I am now stepping down from my soapbox..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare sparks1093 Posted May 24, 2011 #2 Share Posted May 24, 2011 There were signs on the Sky, but of course people don't read:rolleyes:. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Laszlo Posted May 24, 2011 #3 Share Posted May 24, 2011 I am in no way a germ phobic person, but I was really grossed out by the number of people filling up their water bottles right from the dispenser. The rim of the bottle would touch the dispenser - this is the same rim that touches yoru mouth! This is gross and spreads germs. Please stop doign this and if NCl is reading this - have a person watch this closer....I only saw one of many people asked to not do that....and when I asked someone not to do it - they were really rude.... So be polite - that is all it takes...use a cup ...fill up your water bottle - don't make me get some of your germs each time I have a glass of water. Thank you - I am now stepping down from my soapbox..... LOL My wife is a microbiologist, she would have slapped them silly and then read them the riot act if she had seen that. I can't wait for our cruise:D That's right up their with picking up something from the buffet and then deciding you don't want it and put it down.:eek: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kwombough Posted May 24, 2011 #4 Share Posted May 24, 2011 I am proud to say that I in fact use a new cup everytime I refilled my bottle. There are also signs on the Gem but of course people just do NOT know how to read...or they just don't care about their fellow cruisers Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MonaCD Posted May 24, 2011 #5 Share Posted May 24, 2011 What if it's a reusable water bottle with screw off cap so that the part that actually touches your mouth doesn't come near the water spout? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
che5904 Posted May 24, 2011 #6 Share Posted May 24, 2011 I don't disagree with you in any way OP. It's too bad there was not another way to fill a small water bottle. Have you ever tried pouring from a regular glass into one of those little tops? Not an easy process. I bring an insulated travel mug, serves many purposes; Easy to pour from a regular clean glass, I can add ice so it keeps my water very cold and although I am not a really eco type person, those people would be please with me becuase I'm not filling land fill site with plastic bottles. Everyones happy, I think? ;) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
davesgirl51 Posted May 24, 2011 #7 Share Posted May 24, 2011 Funnels work great. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SteveH2508 Posted May 24, 2011 #8 Share Posted May 24, 2011 I think the ship might just miss its funnel! ;) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TSUmom Posted May 24, 2011 #9 Share Posted May 24, 2011 I saw something just as bad on my Carnival cruise..A lady and her DH were in the softserve icecream line, it was their turn they put some on the cone tasted it (licked it) and then decided to put more on. I know it did not actually touch the dispenser but still.....:eek: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
che5904 Posted May 24, 2011 #10 Share Posted May 24, 2011 I think the ship might just miss its funnel! ;) :D too funny Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
STARFISH*4 Posted May 24, 2011 #11 Share Posted May 24, 2011 i totally AGREE with the OP...i havent seen this as much as i use to....if i have to fill i do it with a glass--sometimes it is hard, but its the RIGHT thing to do!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
camz Posted May 24, 2011 #12 Share Posted May 24, 2011 Well I am a germaphobe and all I can say is YUCK! This is why I stay away from the buffets. Apparently, common courtesy is a thing of the past. I totally agree witht he OP that this should be stopped immediately, if not sooner. :eek: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Love Overboard Posted May 24, 2011 #13 Share Posted May 24, 2011 I have on numerous occasions called people out for doing so. Its another reason why we avoid the "feeding troughs" whenever possible. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Love Overboard Posted May 24, 2011 #14 Share Posted May 24, 2011 What if it's a reusable water bottle with screw off cap so that the part that actually touches your mouth doesn't come near the water spout? Nice try! Better yet why don't you just fill the bottle in your cabin, it's the same water. It's just not worth having someone read your tea leaves screw off cap or not people always forget and besides the squeezing the bottle into your mouth is about as easy as getting water/juice out of a baby bottle from what I remember. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bplazo Posted May 24, 2011 #15 Share Posted May 24, 2011 It also happens at fast food places where you fill your own soda. People go back to refill their cup. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
McDebbie Posted May 24, 2011 #16 Share Posted May 24, 2011 And many many people refill their cups on the cruise ship too. I don't know how you will stop this practice unless they have someone standing there to make sure each person uses a new cup. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruiser12 Posted May 25, 2011 #17 Share Posted May 25, 2011 I'm with Camz---I stay away -- If anyone has ever gotten sick -- picking up a paraisite--it is not to die for --- so please if you are guilty of the bad habit please stop --- you may kill me -- or a child -- Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruisemainiac Posted May 25, 2011 #18 Share Posted May 25, 2011 For $5.00 go to Costco, get a case of water, put a luggage tag on it and be done with it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DMH15 Posted May 25, 2011 #19 Share Posted May 25, 2011 I also hate buffets. People are just nasty. One time I was at a convention and they had a basket of pastries and this man was picking through with his hands. I said "thank you for touching my breakfast!" bye just stared at me. I had To explain to him why to use tongs. Geez. Gross. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scapino Posted May 25, 2011 #20 Share Posted May 25, 2011 I am in no way a germ phobic person, but I was really grossed out by the number of people filling up their water bottles right from the dispenser. The rim of the bottle would touch the dispenser - this is the same rim that touches yoru mouth! This is gross and spreads germs. Please stop doign this and if NCl is reading this - have a person watch this closer....I only saw one of many people asked to not do that....and when I asked someone not to do it - they were really rude.... So be polite - that is all it takes...use a cup ...fill up your water bottle - don't make me get some of your germs each time I have a glass of water. Thank you - I am now stepping down from my soapbox..... If you think that is bad, just imagine what happens in the the kitchens of restaurants and cruise ships. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
monicajay Posted May 25, 2011 #21 Share Posted May 25, 2011 For $5.00 go to Costco, get a case of water, put a luggage tag on it and be done with it. I wouldn't fill my water bottle at a dispenser, I am happy to use the tap in my cabin, however, I wouldn't bring along a case of plastic bottles either. I can't imagine contributing to the extra garbage when the water out of the taps on ships is as good as I've had anywhere. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Army/Police Vet Posted May 25, 2011 #22 Share Posted May 25, 2011 I have never had an issue with this. I instruct my butler to keep a full pitcher of water in my fridge at all times. Ahh, the sweet suite life. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dasmonkey Posted May 25, 2011 #23 Share Posted May 25, 2011 I'm with Camz---I stay away -- If anyone has ever gotten sick -- picking up a paraisite--it is not to die for --- so please if you are guilty of the bad habit please stop --- you may kill me -- or a child -- Overly dramatic much? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jenandpat7082 Posted May 25, 2011 #24 Share Posted May 25, 2011 A little off of the water subject but I cant stand to see people licking their fingers before and after touching the serving utencils at the buffet! YUCK:eek: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Anjjmum0294 Posted May 25, 2011 #25 Share Posted May 25, 2011 Ok here's the scoop. If you are all worried about such trivial things than you have issues I think. Seriously? So you dont use the public toilets on a ship? How do you go? Do you use a napkin to open and close the bathroom doors? Do you spray all the seats (dinner, theater, pool side) with Lysol before you sit on them? Did you hire a maid to re clean your room incase a germ lingered there? Do you inquire of the kitchen how hot the water temp is on the dishes to insure the mouth residue on the silverware is properly removed? I'm assuming then that you also never leave your homes, live in a bubble and your house is encased in plastic. Considering you are traveling to a foreign country who's health standards may or may not be up to American standards, a water bottle on a machine is the least of your problems. I agree sticking your hand into food rather than tongs is nasty, but I would consider that more nasty than a simple water bottle. With all the things i've already mentioned thrown in the mix, that little water bottle is a moot point. Or and until someone pays for my soda card, or the lines come up with a better way,I will do what it takes to get the most of my cruise. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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