Smoking on Anthem of the Seas

[bigb99]

Hi all.

 

I'm taking my first cruise on RCCL since 2008 and I was shocked to learn that they now no longer allow smoking on the balconies, although from a safety point of view I completely support them as people recklessly throw lit cigarettes overboard and they can fall back in someone else's balcony.

 

However there are a few responsible smokers like me who make sure the cigarettes are completely stubbed out and are properly disposed of (I collect the butts in a plastic bag and dispose of the bag in the trash at the end of the day).

 

My question is how strictly enforced is the "no smoking on balconies" policy? I find the idea of having to leave my stateroom and walk for 10 minutes to a designated smoking area just for a cigarette quite barbaric when smoking on my balcony is not hurting anybody. I'd obviously not smoke out there when any of my neighbours are enjoying the fresh air on their balconies.

 

Thanks all

[springaussie]

Hi all.

 

My question is how strictly enforced is the "no smoking on balconies" policy? I find the idea of having to leave my stateroom and walk for 10 minutes to a designated smoking area just for a cigarette quite barbaric when smoking on my balcony is not hurting anybody. I'd obviously not smoke out there when any of my neighbours are enjoying the fresh air on their balconies.

 

Thanks all

 

I hope they throw you off the ship at the next port!

If you do not like the rules go elsewhere.

Hopefully Australia's tough smoking regulations come fleet wide soon.

[Thetrail]

Hi all.

 

I'm taking my first cruise on RCCL since 2008 and I was shocked to learn that they now no longer allow smoking on the balconies, although from a safety point of view I completely support them as people recklessly throw lit cigarettes overboard and they can fall back in someone else's balcony.

 

However there are a few responsible smokers like me who make sure the cigarettes are completely stubbed out and are properly disposed of (I collect the butts in a plastic bag and dispose of the bag in the trash at the end of the day).

 

My question is how strictly enforced is the "no smoking on balconies" policy? I find the idea of having to leave my stateroom and walk for 10 minutes to a designated smoking area just for a cigarette quite barbaric when smoking on my balcony is not hurting anybody. I'd obviously not smoke out there when any of my neighbours are enjoying the fresh air on their balconies.

 

Thanks all

Are you from across the pond? The way you spell neighbors is a giveaway. Have you been living in a bubble. What part of "no smoking" on the balcony don't you get???.....:rolleyes::rolleyes::rolleyes:

[pharaoh]

I like how you completely support the decision not to allow smoking on the balconies, and then immediately ask if it is strictly enforced so you can smoke on your balcony.

 

So do you really support the rule? Hahahha

[bigb99]

I hope they throw you off the ship at the next port!

If you do not like the rules go elsewhere.

Hopefully Australia's tough smoking regulations come fleet wide soon.

 

Are you from across the pond? The way you spell neighbors is a giveaway. Have you been living in a bubble. What part of "no smoking" on the balcony don't you get???.....:rolleyes::rolleyes::rolleyes:

 

I'm guessing the majority demographic on this forum is strictly non-smoking. Got it.

[bigb99]

I like how you completely support the decision not to allow smoking on the balconies, and then immediately ask if it is strictly enforced so you can smoke on your balcony.

 

So do you really support the rule? Hahahha

 

I do support the rule because I value my safety over my wanting to smoke. A vast majority of smokers don't take the time to properly dispose of their cigarettes which can cause a huge fire hazard. However I do properly dispose of mine, and can attest that my smoking on the balcony causes 0 risk to the people on the ship (apart from the smell, because of which I will make sure there is no one in the neighbouring balcony(s)).

[pharaoh]

So you support the rule but want to be exempt from it. Kind of entitled, don't you think?

 

I can appreciate your diligence regarding safety and consideration of your neighbors, but RCI cant exactly give a "smoking test" to every passenger to determine who smokes responsibly and who doesn't.

[LilBlackDress]

Bottom line they are pretty strict about it!

 

I was a smoker for more years then I care to remember. You can think that because you are in the middle of the ocean the smell wont linger but trust me it does... So while I appreciate the fact that you are a responsible smoker, I hope you can appreciate non smokers don't want to inhale your smoke.

 

I wouldn't want to find out the hard way just how strict they are!

Edited August 3, 2015 by LilBlackDress

[bigb99]

Bottom line they are pretty strict about it!

 

I was a smoker for more years then I care to remember. You can think that because you are in the middle of the ocean the smell wont linger but trust me it does... So while I appreciate the fact that you are a responsible smoker, I hope you can appreciate non smokers don't want to inhale your smoke.

 

I wouldn't want to find out the hard way just how strict they are!

 

Fair enough. Guess I'm making that hike to the smoking zone. On the subject, does anyone know where the closest smoking area is to me? I'm going to be on deck 13 mid-ship on the starboard side.

 

Thanks for your replies guys.

[gerif]

I do support the rule because I value my safety over my wanting to smoke. A vast majority of smokers don't take the time to properly dispose of their cigarettes which can cause a huge fire hazard. However I do properly dispose of mine, and can attest that my smoking on the balcony causes 0 risk to the people on the ship (apart from the smell, because of which I will make sure there is no one in the neighbouring balcony(s)).

 

This is how they will enforce it. First time caught (and you'd better believe your neighbors will turn you in in a heartbeat), $250 fine. Same thing the next time. After that, I hope you have a passport and funds to get yourself home from the next port. It's not only about safety- others hate being around smoke.

[champagne123]

If you are midship, just walk up one flight of stairs to deck 14.

[bigb99]

This is how they will enforce it. First time caught (and you'd better believe your neighbors will turn you in in a heartbeat), $250 fine. Same thing the next time. After that, I hope you have a passport and funds to get yourself home from the next port. It's not only about safety- others hate being around smoke.

 

If you are midship, just walk up one flight of stairs to deck 14.

 

Thanks guys. That's gonna be one pretty expensive cigarette. I'm not gonna chance it.

[Turtles06]

 

My question is how strictly enforced is the "no smoking on balconies" policy? I find the idea of having to leave my stateroom and walk for 10 minutes to a designated smoking area just for a cigarette quite barbaric when smoking on my balcony is not hurting anybody. I'd obviously not smoke out there when any of my neighbours are enjoying the fresh air on their balconies.

 

Thanks all

 

"Barbaric"? There are many things in this world that are barbaric. Requiring you to smoke in a designated smoking area doesn't even come close to being one of them. :rolleyes:

[Havingfun2010]

I love it that RCCL is "barbaric"!

[rucruisn2]

Original poster feels that smoking on his balcony does not hurt anyone. Well it does. I have been prevented from enjoying my balcony because of smokers next to me. The smoke does blow directly back into other's balcony. Thank you for going to the designated area to smoke.

[spookwife]

Hi all.

 

 

My question is how strictly enforced is the "no smoking on balconies" policy? I find the idea of having to leave my stateroom and walk for 10 minutes to a designated smoking area just for a cigarette quite barbaric when smoking on my balcony is not hurting anybody. I'd obviously not smoke out there when any of my neighbours are enjoying the fresh air on their balconies.

 

Thanks all

 

VERY. your opinions on the subject are irrelevant. there is NO SMOKING ON BALCONIES AT ANY TIME.

 

you either abide by the policy or you choose another line that still permits it.

[JulieRose]

you're subject to a fine of a couple hundred bucks and possibly thrown off the ship. Just suck it up and walk to the smoking area. It's better for everybody.

[bigb99]

I love it that RCCL is "barbaric"!

 

Original poster feels that smoking on his balcony does not hurt anyone. Well it does. I have been prevented from enjoying my balcony because of smokers next to me. The smoke does blow directly back into other's balcony. Thank you for going to the designated area to smoke.

 

If you read my post (and subsequent replies), you'll notice that I specified that I appreciate the fact that some people don't like the smell of smoke and that I would ensure there is no one on the surrounding balconies before I proceed to light one up. However it's a moot point seeing how strict RCCL is with smoking.

 

To everyone who has replied and are about to reply to this thread... I CONCEDE DEFEAT. I SHALL WALK THE WALK OF SHAME TO THE DESIGNATED SMOKING AREAS TO PARTAKE IN A SINFUL ACT WITH OTHER SINNERS LIKE ME. Thanks :rolleyes:

[Brigbound]

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[Goodtime Cruizin]

I don't smoke on my balcony but I find the responses more barbaric than RCL. The FACT is when the ship is at sea and clicking at 19 knots, if you're wearing a ball cap on your balcony, the wind will blow it off your head if you lean over. Lingering smoke is a cop out for the anti-smoker. Now I will give you and all anti-smokers the FACT that smoke lingers while the ship is at port.

 

Smoking on balconies had been deemed as a fire hazard and as such, it's against the rules. It's for this reason I don't smoke on balconies.

 

Now here comes the anti-smokers rant & bash which I will find entertaining.

 

1-2-3 Go.

[Mary1951]

I am so sorry that people have replied in such a rude way to your post . The no smoking

on balcony is enforced but look at the bright side , the hike to the smoking area is good for your health ,depending when your cruise is might see you on the bad girl side , ha ha . Enjoy your cruise .

[Thetrail]

I do support the rule because I value my safety over my wanting to smoke. A vast majority of smokers don't take the time to properly dispose of their cigarettes which can cause a huge fire hazard. However I do properly dispose of mine, and can attest that my smoking on the balcony causes 0 risk to the people on the ship (apart from the smell, because of which I will make sure there is no one in the neighbouring balcony(s)).

If I was in the stateroom next to you, you wouldn't be smoking on the balcony for long......:rolleyes::rolleyes:

[jimmyzwei]

I am so sorry that people have replied in such a rude way to your post.

 

Not a smoker myself, but yea what a tough crowd, that part shocked me the most.

[TheMastodon]

Go for it man, what they doing to do? Kick you off the ship? Nope!

[rockyhavoc]

There is also a great covered outside smoking area near 270 and opposite Vintages.

 

You could get a coffee from the 270 cafe and take it to the smoking area.

 

The casino is also part smoking when open.

 

One side of the deck near the Windjammer is also a designated smokers area but it can get very cold and windy early morning and at night.

 

Enjoy your cruise.

 

Maria