Lucky TGO Posted January 12, 2020 #26 Share Posted January 12, 2020 7 minutes ago, hobbyfarmer2 said: Maybe her twin sister then.....she had beautiful eyes.... ☺️😄😄 Tony 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Ombud Posted January 12, 2020 #27 Share Posted January 12, 2020 What's really irritating is if I have to use the facilities while waiting for a show. I sincerely doubt your sign would help me there, MsSoCalCruisers. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rdsqrl Posted January 12, 2020 #28 Share Posted January 12, 2020 I carry a beach bag, so I leave that on or under my chair or lying atop the little table, and I always use my clips for the towel, so it's pretty obvious that the space is actively occupied. If I'm going in the pool, I obviously even leave my Kindle (tucked under the towel), and it's never been a problem. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Daniel A Posted January 12, 2020 #29 Share Posted January 12, 2020 4 hours ago, Ombud said: I left a sweater once & someone tried to move it 😶 so I would be concerned with leaving a kindle Sometimes I think non-Solos think we're being chair hogs but we aren't. I don't want it all day just until I'm done with breakfast in the IC. I don't go to the buffet bc it's too hard to keep my place until done (sometimes I want 2nds) I don't think it's right for someone to 'stake out' a chair in prime real estate and then go off to have breakfast. I would think it's more polite to have your breakfast first, then go to the pool area. There's nothing wrong with leaving something on the chair to hold it if you are going to the rest room or getting a beverage at the bar there. 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ams1130 Posted January 12, 2020 #30 Share Posted January 12, 2020 6 minutes ago, Daniel A said: I don't think it's right for someone to 'stake out' a chair in prime real estate and then go off to have breakfast. I would think it's more polite to have your breakfast first, then go to the pool area. There's nothing wrong with leaving something on the chair to hold it if you are going to the rest room or getting a beverage at the bar there. As a cruising newbie, this is what seems logical to me, also. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Ombud Posted January 12, 2020 #31 Share Posted January 12, 2020 (edited) 30 minutes ago, Daniel A said: I don't think it's right for someone to 'stake out' a chair in prime real estate and then go off to have breakfast. I would think it's more polite to have your breakfast first, then go to the pool area. There's nothing wrong with leaving something on the chair to hold it if you are going to the rest room or getting a beverage at the bar there. I agree with you 1000% but I don't go to the pool area. My issue is with the Good Spirits area which is the seating area used by those frequenting the IC in the morning. Although the servers will bring me lattes they don't bring me a muffin if I'm still hungry after my parfait. And I'm not staying all morning but would like to remain at the table all breakfast If no one has been in a chair ANYWHERE for a half hour it should be fair game. I still think the sign (perhaps with a post-it giving an estimated return of 2-5 minutes) is great! Edited January 12, 2020 by Ombud 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thrak Posted January 12, 2020 #32 Share Posted January 12, 2020 5 minutes ago, Ombud said: I agree with you 1000% but I don't go to the pool area. My issue is with the Good Spirits area which is the seating area used by those frequenting the IC in the morning. Although the servers will bring me lattes they don't bring me a muffin if I'm still hungry after my parfait. And I'm not staying all morning but would like to remain at the table all brea In IC I tend to leave my glasses on the table when I go for something else. Granted, it can make reading signs an issue but I generally can tell what I want to eat and don't know what type of coffee drink I want before I go to the counter. If my glasses and, perhaps something else, are left on the table with my napkin, etc. it should be pretty obvious that someone is actively using the spot. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mcrcruiser Posted January 12, 2020 #33 Share Posted January 12, 2020 It was on one of our recent cruises .I like swimming & the jacuzzi & been known to stay awhile ,especially if chatting with others .One time i came back & this woman had my robe that i placed on the lounge chair on the floor . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
neverbeenhere Posted January 12, 2020 #34 Share Posted January 12, 2020 40 minutes ago, ams1130 said: As a cruising newbie, this is what seems logical to me, also. As a quite experienced cruiser, sadly logic frequently has nothing to do with cruising. enjoy cruising!!! 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare geoherb Posted January 12, 2020 #35 Share Posted January 12, 2020 I see a sign like that more for seats in the buffet to let the servers know you'll be back shortly. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrPantsOz Posted January 12, 2020 #36 Share Posted January 12, 2020 I print an A4 sign to leave at the table in the buffet. "Be right back, getting food. Feel free to join me but please do not move me. Thanks!" So far it has worked a treat. 8 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aus Traveller Posted January 12, 2020 #37 Share Posted January 12, 2020 2 hours ago, geoherb said: I see a sign like that more for seats in the buffet to let the servers know you'll be back shortly. I have seen people tip their chair (with the back of the chair against the table) to indicate that the space is occupied. I have even seen staff suggest that people do that because they cannot stand watch over the place. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lucky TGO Posted January 12, 2020 #38 Share Posted January 12, 2020 5 hours ago, hobbyfarmer2 said: Thinkmi used to date her a long time ago.... Hobbyfarmer2, Fugheddaboudit you were never that lucky to date my girl. 😁😁😁 The Captain of The Rowboat, Tony Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lucky TGO Posted January 12, 2020 #39 Share Posted January 12, 2020 I was on a cruise and someone had this Beach towel on their chair. See photo Tony Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SinbadThePorter Posted January 12, 2020 #40 Share Posted January 12, 2020 11 hours ago, MsSoCalCruiser said: What do you do to save your chair if you are solo As someone who often solos, what you do is get up and take your chances that it or something like it will be there when you get back. If not, them's the breaks. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MissP22 Posted January 12, 2020 #41 Share Posted January 12, 2020 Leaving a sign would probably work but why bother since leaving a bag or book on the table when in the buffet or on a pool chair works just as well? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gwendy Posted January 12, 2020 #42 Share Posted January 12, 2020 4 hours ago, Aus Traveller said: I have seen people tip their chair (with the back of the chair against the table) to indicate that the space is occupied. I have even seen staff suggest that people do that because they cannot stand watch over the place. This is dangerous as the legs stick out and are a tripping hazard. As a solo cruiser I leave something on table if I am going back to buffet, book, small bag, can’t leave glasses or I would be a hazard without them. Lol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Ombud Posted January 12, 2020 #43 Share Posted January 12, 2020 8 hours ago, mcrcruiser said: It was on one of our recent cruises .I like swimming & the jacuzzi & been known to stay awhile ,especially if chatting with others .One time i came back & this woman had my robe that i placed on the lounge chair on the floor . What's 'awhile?' Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NRWPA Posted January 12, 2020 #44 Share Posted January 12, 2020 If I'm not purchasing anything, I leave my cruise card/medallion on the chair/table and never had a problem. I've learned to take a bag with me when going to pool deck since I've been known to go up to the bar 😉 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
voljeep Posted January 12, 2020 #45 Share Posted January 12, 2020 saving a chair as a solo doesn't seem to be much of a problem as per the above posts the real problem is the chair hogs … when you go to the pool at 7am and you see row after row of prime location chairs covered with towels … then some of those chairs stay empty until the afternoon but that's not what this thread is about … sorry 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
georgetheblue Posted January 12, 2020 #46 Share Posted January 12, 2020 I bought a “dry bag” that locks onto the chair if I need to leave for a short amount of time. (Dry bag is a waterproof type backpack that will hold my sunscreen etc.) 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MissP22 Posted January 12, 2020 #47 Share Posted January 12, 2020 1 hour ago, NRWPA said: If I'm not purchasing anything, I leave my cruise card/medallion on the chair/table and never had a problem. I've learned to take a bag with me when going to pool deck since I've been known to go up to the bar 😉 That's definitely not the best idea. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jennybenny Posted January 12, 2020 #48 Share Posted January 12, 2020 My husband doesn't like hanging out at the pool, so on a day I'm doing it, I'm solo there. I have been known to leave my bag on the chair (has my kindle, sunscreen, etc) .and go get a burger, come back and eat it at my chair, that can take some time if there's a line. I've never had a problem getting back to my chair and I don't think that's considered chair hogging. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MsSoCalCruiser Posted January 12, 2020 Author #49 Share Posted January 12, 2020 17 hours ago, cherylandtk said: The sign is cute and it is intended for a short absence, 30 minutes or less. It should work. Thank you and that’s exactly what it is intended for, a short absence. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MsSoCalCruiser Posted January 12, 2020 Author #50 Share Posted January 12, 2020 14 hours ago, Ombud said: What's really irritating is if I have to use the facilities while waiting for a show. I sincerely doubt your sign would help me there, MsSoCalCruisers. I know. That’s really a pain when you get there early and right before the show starts you need to use the facilities… There goes your seat. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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