Do you have to eat with other people on a cruise?


Do you have to eat with other people on a cruise? It's very easy, however, to make sure you get whichever seating arrangement you prefer. In short, you definitely don't have to dine with strangers on your cruise - but you can if you'd like.


Do you have to have table mates on a cruise?

Many ships offer the choice between assigned seating and the freedom to dine at any time during dinner service without assigned seats. The current overall trend is away from the traditional assigned seating. Some smaller ships no longer offer it at all.


How many times can I eat on a cruise?

Your choices vary by ship, of course, but your basic cruise fare entitles you to eat three meals a day in the main dining room or the buffet, as well as free venues that can include Guy Fieri's Burger Bar, a Mexican restaurant open for breakfast and lunch, a deli, soft-serve ice cream, various snack spots, and 24-7 ...


Is there a drink limit on cruises?

Sodas and other applicable non-alcoholic beverages remain unlimited and will not be counted toward the 15 alcoholic beverages limit, and all other policies and procedures remain the same. Guests are expected to enjoy alcohol responsibly and staff members are trained not to serve guests who appear to be intoxicated.


Do you have to eat with others on Royal Caribbean?

Royal Caribbean will not seat you in the Windjammer, so it is up to you to find a table for your family, but it is not uncommon for another group to ask to sit at one of the larger tables. The easy way to avoid sitting with others is to pick a table that just accommodates you and your group.


Should I take snacks on a cruise?

Shelf-stable snacks like chips, pretzels, protein bars or any other items packaged in sealed wrappers are permitted on every major cruise line. Just stick with store-bought goodies including candy, savory snacks, cookies or granola bars instead of whipping up a batch of homemade muffins or sandwiches to bring with you.


Can you hook up with cruise crew?

As a cruise ship worker, have you hooked up with passengers? Fraternization with passengers is strictly forbidden - any crew member even suspected of being with a guest is asking for big trouble. The rules were put in place after a number of incidents of guests utilizing a variation of the 'honey trap'.


Does Royal Caribbean give free food?

All Royal Caribbean cruise fares include most meals and snacks onboard your ship and at any private destination you visit (such as Labadee or CocoCay). This means there will be ample opportunity to enjoy breakfast, lunch, dinner and snacks without additional cost.


Can I lose weight on a cruise?

I challenged myself to lose weight, and by the end of the voyage, I had dropped three pounds -- without completely depriving myself. In fact, I enjoyed wine with dinner and pretty much anything I wanted to eat at lunch. But I did cut back at breakfast and dinner, and I exercised daily.


How much weight does the average person gain on a 7 day cruise?

From what I can gather, the average weight gain on a weeklong cruise ranges from 5-10 pounds. That's quite a bit depending on your size. 10 pounds on a 150-pound person is 6.7% of total body weight which can have a significant effect on blood sugar, blood pressure, and blood lipids.


Is breakfast free on a cruise?

Having continental breakfast brought to you and served in your cabin is usually free of charge, specifically on mainstream lines (keep in mind the one caveat is that leaving a small tip is the norm). Most luxury cruise lines have no-fee room service policies in place for their guests.


Can you eat whenever you want on a cruise?

Cruise ships are good at making food available 24/7, so if you're hungry, there's usually no one to blame but yourself. The main dining room usually has set meal times, but sections of the buffet will always be open, and you'll usually be able to find a diner, cafe, or pizza shop that's open at all hours.


Can you go straight to your room on a cruise?

Many first-time cruisers don't realize that they won't be able to go directly to their staterooms upon boarding. Pass the time while you wait for your room to be ready and for the ship to set sail by enjoying lunch on the Lido Deck of the ship. This is a great way to make sure you aren't starving by dinner time!


Do you get breakfast on last morning of a cruise?

Feeding Yourself on Debarkation Day Even though you're leaving the ship, you're still entitled to breakfast onboard. These are your options: Eat in a Dining Room You'll be assigned to the same dining room you had dinner in on the last night of your cruise.


How strict is Royal Caribbean on sharing drinks?

Royal Caribbean Rules for Deluxe Drinks Package All guests of legal drinking age in the same stateroom and under the same stateroom booking number are required to purchase the same alcoholic beverage package. Royal Caribbean state: “cannot be shared by guests.”


Do you eat the first day on a cruise?

Getting on your ship means a lot of choices on how to begin your vacation, but many guests elect to start things off with lunch. Embarkation usually begins in the late morning to early afternoon, so lunch is the first opportunity to sit down for a bite to eat.


Can cruise staff date guests?

The ships are tolerant to innocent hanging out, as crew/passenger interaction is encouraged to ensure passengers have a great time at sea. But anything more than friendly conversation is strictly forbidden. It's unprofessional and can lead to some pretty serious legal trouble for the ship.


Can you take food back to your room on a cruise?

Food and drinking are usually complimentary on the cruises. You are also allowed to bring your own snack on the cruise so that you can have what you love. A certain time is fixed for every meal - breakfast, lunch, and dinner. You can either have it with everybody in the dining room or bring it to your room.


What are rules on a cruise?

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  • No smoking indoors or on balconies. ...
  • No underage drinking. ...
  • No sneaking drugs or alcohol on board. ...
  • You must attend the safety drill. ...
  • Report your symptoms on the health form. ...
  • Return by all-aboard time. ...
  • No guests in crew areas. ...
  • No diapered kids in the pools.