Skipping the safety drill...

[sail7seas]

I agree 100%. In an emergency situation, most people are going to be too busy saving their own skins and those of their families to render ant assistance to others. My husband and I would try to help someone who needed assistance, but if it came down to everyone going down or saving ourselves, sorry, but the person/people we are trying to help are on their own. The first thing they teach you in advanced first aid or rescue is to never seriously compromise your own safety to try to save others. The last thing a rescuer should do is become another casualty.

 

 

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Yes, I believe that is the law of nature........

 

Survival of the fittest.

 

[SaskAries]

I have to admit I don't pay much attention on airplanes anymore, as I can deliver the speech by heart. I do however, take note of all the exits and count rows to the closest ones in front of and behind me. I check to be sure there is a life jacket under my seat where applicable, and know better than to inflate it before I get on the wing or slide. I know which doors have slides and which ones you would exit onto the wing, and know enough to find a different exit if there is fire outside the one I am at. Etc. Etc. Etc.

 

I also know where the emergency flashlights, oxygen, first aid it, and other safety equipment is located, and what is about to happen when the bell chimes, the chief purser answers the phone, a male FA comes to the front of the plane and the drink cart is conveniently moved to block the aisle between row one and the front lav... And if you look around, you might see a gentleman wearing a sports coat who has suddenly become hyper aware of who is moving about the plane. He will be in an aisle seat, almost always in the first 5-10 rows.

 

I also take note of any passengers who I think could be an issue due to their behavior as they board. The people who can't move fast enough to get out if the way of a sloth, the woman with three kids aged five and under, those who are so confused that they can't even figure out where row 17 seat C is, the ones with too much crap that they would probably try to drag along, the beauty queens in high heels who would most likely spontaneously combust if near a flame due to the eight gallons of hairspray and perfume they are wearing, the self entitled businessman who can't understand why they can't give him a Bloody Mary at 7:10 am in Orlando (no alcohol on the ground in Orlando, state law), should I keep going? :D

 

 

 

 

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Sorry to be off topic here: what does it mean when the male FA comes to the front and the drink cart is moved to block? Flight Crew has to take a potty break?

 

Our last few flights to Orlando from Saskatoon, SK the Marshall's have looked more like lumberjacks lol.

 

 

Just attend muster drills! It's not a big deal to lose a few mins out of your cruise, but those few mins could make the difference between life and death in an emergency situation.

Edited January 11, 2014 by SaskAries

[Sherlock43031]

I have to admit I don't pay much attention on airplanes anymore, as I can deliver the speech by heart. I do however, take note of all the exits and count rows to the closest ones in front of and behind me. I check to be sure there is a life jacket under my seat where applicable, and know better than to inflate it before I get on the wing or slide. I know which doors have slides and which ones you would exit onto the wing, and know enough to find a different exit if there is fire outside the one I am at. Etc. Etc. Etc.

 

I also know where the emergency flashlights, oxygen, first aid it, and other safety equipment is located, and what is about to happen when the bell chimes, the chief purser answers the phone, a male FA comes to the front of the plane and the drink cart is conveniently moved to block the aisle between row one and the front lav... And if you look around, you might see a gentleman wearing a sports coat who has suddenly become hyper aware of who is moving about the plane. He will be in an aisle seat, almost always in the first 5-10 rows.

 

I also take note of any passengers who I think could be an issue due to their behavior as they board. The people who can't move fast enough to get out if the way of a sloth, the woman with three kids aged five and under, those who are so confused that they can't even figure out where row 17 seat C is, the ones with too much crap that they would probably try to drag along, the beauty queens in high heels who would most likely spontaneously combust if near a flame due to the eight gallons of hairspray and perfume they are wearing, the self entitled businessman who can't understand why they can't give him a Bloody Mary at 7:10 am in Orlando (no alcohol on the ground in Orlando, state law), should I keep going? :D

 

 

 

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does anyone ever reach your level of perfection?

[Patti22]

SaskAries,

Yes, this is security measure so that the captain or first officer can use the restroom.

[Cruisin' Chick]

I think it's interesting that one of the posters on this thread has this in his signature of his upcoming cruises:

 

Carnival Paradise, 9/25/14 ~ 5th Annual Dudes Booze Cruise!

 

I guess I'm too uptight because getting wasted is not even close to the top ten reasons why I would go on a cruise.

 

BTW, one of my favorite cruises (aside from my Hawaiian ones) was on the Paradise, back when it was a no-smoking ship. The ship was clean, free of carpet burns and stale smells. Passengers were very pleasant and very type B. No one rushing to be first in any line as I can see. It's been the only cruise that I actually sat in the casino and played the slots as I wasn't busy coughing on smoke. I had put on the end-of-the-cruise survey that Carnival needed to promote this ship better (I even had to tell a TA at the club that caters to drivers that there was a ship that you weren't even allowed to have tobacco in your possession) and also move it to the west coast where we had already restricted smoking -- not allowed in restaurants, etc.). The numbers of adults smoking keeps shrinking, mostly due to attrition. And will continue to do so.

[citygirl62]

I think it's interesting that one of the posters on this thread has this in his signature of his upcoming cruises:

 

Carnival Paradise' date=' 9/25/14 ~ 5th Annual Dudes Booze Cruise!

 

I guess I'm too uptight because getting wasted is not even close to the top ten reasons why I would go on a cruise.

 

BTW, one of my favorite cruises (aside from my Hawaiian ones) was on the Paradise, back when it was a no-smoking ship. The ship was clean, free of carpet burns and stale smells. Passengers were very pleasant and very type B. No one rushing to be first in any line as I can see. It's been the only cruise that I actually sat in the casino and played the slots as I wasn't busy coughing on smoke. I had put on the end-of-the-cruise survey that Carnival needed to promote this ship better (I even had to tell a TA at the club that caters to drivers that there was a ship that you weren't even allowed to have tobacco in your possession) and also move it to the west coast where we had already restricted smoking -- not allowed in restaurants, etc.). The numbers of adults smoking keeps shrinking, mostly due to attrition. And will continue to do so.

 

A friend used to say there are only two kinds of smokers, dinosaurs and idiots.;)

[Sherlock43031]

I never did understand why someone would need to get shi!tfaced to have a good time? are they that whipped the rest of the year at home?

[Taxguy77]

When I had a fishing boat, I always told my guests where the lifebelts were. Even though I had some different kinds of belts and had been on several cruiselines, I found an entirely new kind on one ship. I'm glad I went, it would have been embarrassing to go into a lifeboat still trying to get ready.

[DarthGrady]

I think it's interesting that one of the posters on this thread has this in his signature of his upcoming cruises:

 

Carnival Paradise' date=' 9/25/14 ~ 5th Annual Dudes Booze Cruise!

 

I guess I'm too uptight because getting wasted is not even close to the top ten reasons why I would go on a cruise.

 

BTW, one of my favorite cruises (aside from my Hawaiian ones) was on the Paradise, back when it was a no-smoking ship. The ship was clean, free of carpet burns and stale smells. Passengers were very pleasant and very type B. No one rushing to be first in any line as I can see. It's been the only cruise that I actually sat in the casino and played the slots as I wasn't busy coughing on smoke. I had put on the end-of-the-cruise survey that Carnival needed to promote this ship better (I even had to tell a TA at the club that caters to drivers that there was a ship that you weren't even allowed to have tobacco in your possession) and also move it to the west coast where we had already restricted smoking -- not allowed in restaurants, etc.). The numbers of adults smoking keeps shrinking, mostly due to attrition. And will continue to do so.

 

It's an occasional treat. An open bar card can be oodles of fun.

 

 

 

 

 

I never did understand why someone would need to get shi!tfaced to have a good time? are they that whipped the rest of the year at home?

 

Still going on and on about that eh? There are just some folks who get incredible kicks out of things you'll never know.

 

It seems like you keep trying to equate someone having fun on a vacation to them being lifeless and deprived at home. My wife and I have a great time together and apart. Sober and,,,, gasp!,,,, drunk! Oh the horror!

 

I wonder how much of this vitriol is just you projecting your own disappointments onto others?

 

 

 

 

 

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[sail7seas]

When I had a fishing boat, I always told my guests where the lifebelts were. Even though I had some different kinds of belts and had been on several cruiselines, I found an entirely new kind on one ship. I'm glad I went, it would have been embarrassing to go into a lifeboat still trying to get ready.

 

 

Embarrassment could have been the least of your worries if you were unable to get your life saving device on and the ship was going 'down'. :eek:

 

[sloopsailor]

It's an occasional treat. An open bar card can be oodles of fun.

 

Still going on and on about that eh? There are just some folks who get incredible kicks out of things you'll never know.

 

It seems like you keep trying to equate someone having fun on a vacation to them being lifeless and deprived at home. My wife and I have a great time together and apart. Sober and,,,, gasp!,,,, drunk! Oh the horror!

 

I wonder how much of this vitriol is just you projecting your own disappointments onto others?

 

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You are wasting your time defending your actions. Those of us here who have reached a maturity level you will probably never attain read your posts and roll our eyes. "What a waste" is a phrase that pretty much describes how we see your lifestyle and attitude. You will never convince us to lower our standards to your level.

 

Of course, there will be those who post support for your behavior. That doesn't make your actions appropriate, but only shows that there are other's out there who also need to grow up.

Edited January 11, 2014 by sloopsailor

[jaybird from SC]

I've missed it a few times, it's usually been alcohol related. Me and some buddies do an open bar cruise each year. We generally get destroyed before we even leave port. This past year we just stayed at our table outside the buffet drinking, laughing and being stereotypical boozy fools. A few crew members walked by, some seemed like they wanted to say something, but none did. I think deep down they knew the situation was better off with us staying away from the muster stations.

 

I think the cruise lines would get less people trying to skip muster if they'd make it a less tedious affair. Maybe set aside an hour where everyone just has to stop by their muster stations to check in. Or televise it on all the tv's ship wide like we experienced on the Bahamas Celebration. Now that was an easy muster drill.

 

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So what's the purpose of your cruise if you're wasted from the start? That's sad...I'm glad we're not on your cruise...

[ducklite]

So what's the purpose of your cruise if you're wasted from the start? That's sad...I'm glad we're not on your cruise...

 

 

I worked in live music production for many years. I always loved the punters who would show up wasted, pass out before the opening act, and wake up just as the show ended, having paid $50 for a concert ticket to take a nap.

 

 

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[Aplmac]

They do check the cabins, and we have seen them counting people at the muster stations.

I can assure you they check cabins individually!

 

Carnival VALOR boards passengers at Puerto Rico -but also at Barbados(where we live).

Those who board at Barbados on Wednesdays get their own special muster drill

and are informed that we do not have to attend the "normal" Sunday night drill at San Juan.

 

It was 9:20 p.m. Sunday Night and we were done for the day, so we stayed in our cabin watching TV.

Came the knock on the door and then our lady Steward entered to say

Sir, you have to attend the muster drill!

 

I quickly explained that we were Wednesday/Barbados people, and had done our duty already!

 

She was fine with that, apologized and closed the door. :D

 

I then went out into the hallway, to see the Emergency strip lighting ON in full force

- so they don't kid around!!

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[CPT Trips]

I worked in live music production for many years. I always loved the punters who would show up wasted, pass out before the opening act, and wake up just as the show ended, having paid $50 for a concert ticket to take a nap.

 

 

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You were on the road with the Newfie Celtic group? They are not well known. Or are you referring to kickers (how did you know)?

 

Punter

Australian colloquial term for festival patron

A speculator in the stock market

A gambler, particularly an amateur betting on horse racing or a player in the game of Baccarat

A beginner skier or snowboarder, especially one with particularly bad style

Someone who uses a punt (boat)

Punter (football), a position in American or Canadian football

The Punters, a Newfoundland traditional music group

Punter (protocol), a file-transfer protocol

Ricky Ponting, nicknamed Punter, a former Australian cricketer

A British, Australian and Hiberno (Irish) English colloquial term for a paying guest or customer, especially: a patron of a public house, a patron of a brothel, a customer of a prostitute. More recently, a paying atendee of a festival or other event

Punter (ship), a Dutch flatbottom ship type

Australian colloquial term for voting citizens

Punternet an escort rating service

 

;). :)

Edited January 11, 2014 by CPT Trips

[ducklite]

You were on the road with the Newfie Celtic group? They are not well known. Or are you referring to kickers (how did you know)?

 

 

 

;). :)

 

 

I was trying to use a polite term. ;)

 

 

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[CruizinPMP]

Grady, you need to double-fist on Royal. They close the bars down 15 minutes before the drill. I know I enjoy having a nice buzz while "enjoying" the muster drill myself. Day one is usually the heaviest drinking day for me because I am on VACATION and enjoying it tremendously. I enjoy looking at the newbies holding their ears when the horn blows. I imagine you also like not having to bring your jacket. You can come straight from the bar to the drill then straight to the bar again. I know I do! :D

 

9/25/14 - Do you allow new folks into this "club"???

[pris993]

We have more than 50 cruises, while the drill is important for the crew, I do wish the cruise lines would come up with a different approach then what they currently do. We go but don't really believe the drill would make a difference in a real life situation.

 

I worked in a safety related role some years ago, each emergency is very different. There is not way to train passengers to be prepared in a short drill.

 

The information on the back of the cabin door is really sufficent.

[LynnTTT]

If you skip it and are in front of me in an emergency, I will knock you over while you're whining "where do we go."