Being mannerly and pleasant when on your vacation will allow you to have a better time. Even if you are travelling alone, you are never truly alone on a cruise ship. Cruise ships carry about 1,500 to 3,000 people at a time depending on the length and destination, so everyone should be friendly and respectful of equipment, people, and the cruise staff. This includes being quiet during movies or when walking through the hallways to your cabin, not splashing others when in the pool, not cutting in line, and observing the dress code aboard the ship if they have one. Many people forget that they have to share the boat with other passengers and think they can do whatever they want. This couldn’t be farther from the truth.
Another way to show respect for others is by tipping the wait staff and maid staff. Many people think they don’t have to do this because they paid in advance for the cabin and the food, but in reality, cruise should be treated the same way as hotel rooms or restaurants. Most employees aboard these ships work very hard so you can have the best trip possible. This includes keeping everything clean, preparing and serving excellent food, and being as...