CStorm Posted June 2, 2015 #1 Share Posted June 2, 2015 If we can move smoking to all one thread so some of us never have to read it again, a thread about people who want to wear cutoffs and a baseball cap to formal night would be awesome too, just saying... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tampa Girl Posted June 2, 2015 #2 Share Posted June 2, 2015 Now that's a thought - and does that mean that no one can ever start another thread on what to wear, what not to wear; and why they don't want to dress up? I'll second that! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CStorm Posted June 2, 2015 Author #3 Share Posted June 2, 2015 Now that's a thought - and does that mean that no one can ever start another thread on what to wear, what not to wear; and why they don't want to dress up? I'll second that! That's the idea :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
qsuzi Posted June 2, 2015 #4 Share Posted June 2, 2015 If we can move smoking to all one thread so some of us never have to read it again, a thread about people who want to wear cutoffs and a baseball cap to formal night would be awesome too, just saying... IMHO this is a good idea! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RuthC Posted June 2, 2015 #5 Share Posted June 2, 2015 Works for me. OP, have you considered e-mailing Walt with your suggestion? Run it up the chain and see what happens. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
taxmantoo Posted June 2, 2015 #6 Share Posted June 2, 2015 Why even have a thread at all :confused: The HAL website is very clear on both the smoking and the dress issues. The people who understand and follow the recommended guidelines have absolutely no need for either thread. These threads are for the "fashion innovators" or "considerate smokers" who like to disregard the guidelines and replace them with their own interpretation. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare POA1 Posted June 2, 2015 #7 Share Posted June 2, 2015 Nothing makes a CruiseCritic newcomer feel more welcome than telling them that the most frequently discussed topics are off limits. Perhaps someone could deploy a script that answered every new post with, "I think that question has already been answered. Did you try searching?" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ellieanne Posted June 2, 2015 #8 Share Posted June 2, 2015 Yes, just what the board needs, another sticky thread. Just ignore the posts if you don't want to read them or have nothing constructive to add. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruz chic Posted June 2, 2015 #9 Share Posted June 2, 2015 Yeah, it exhausting scrolling past all those stickies:rolleyes:. I wish that was the worst thing that happened to me today. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruz chic Posted June 2, 2015 #10 Share Posted June 2, 2015 Nothing makes a CruiseCritic newcomer feel more welcome than telling them that the most frequently discussed topics are off limits. Perhaps someone could deploy a script that answered every new post with, "I think that question has already been answered. Did you try searching?" Doesn't that reply happen a lot already :D? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zerbot Posted June 2, 2015 #11 Share Posted June 2, 2015 Nothing makes a CruiseCritic newcomer feel more welcome than telling them that the most frequently discussed topics are off limits. Perhaps someone could deploy a script that answered every new post with, "I think that question has already been answered. Did you try searching?" I had the unenviable experience of trying to search to answer the question "What time does the Lido open for lunch?" It was fun seeing how many posts contained the words "lido" "lunch" and "schedule" although not necessarily anywhere near each other. I would not count on the search being able to constructively answer any question. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ellieanne Posted June 2, 2015 #12 Share Posted June 2, 2015 I had the unenviable experience of trying to search to answer the question "What time does the Lido open for lunch?" It was fun seeing how many posts contained the words "lido" "lunch" and "schedule" although not necessarily anywhere near each other. I would not count on the search being able to constructively answer any question. I've tried searching a few times and found that if I could find a useful answer to my question, it was usually a couple of years old. That's not really helpful when things change frequently on the ships. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare POA1 Posted June 2, 2015 #13 Share Posted June 2, 2015 I had the unenviable experience of trying to search to answer the question "What time does the Lido open for lunch?" It was fun seeing how many posts contained the words "lido" "lunch" and "schedule" although not necessarily anywhere near each other. I would not count on the search being able to constructively answer any question. I was only kidding about the search response. I happen to think that restricting discussions is a bad thing. The search function isn't exactly robust. People are going to ask the same questions over and over. It's the nature of the beast. This is an ad-supported site. More discussion, even if it covers the same ground, should be good for Cruise Critic. Editorially, the moderators can do what they want, even if it's bad for business - but more threads = more views = more advertising revenue. Besides, some times there's a new wrinkle, or updated information. Burying it in a giant, single-topic thread just makes it hard to find. I've tried searching a few times and found that if I could find a useful answer to my question, it was usually a couple of years old. That's not really helpful when things change frequently on the ships. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
serendipity1499 Posted June 2, 2015 #14 Share Posted June 2, 2015 Nothing makes a CruiseCritic newcomer feel more welcome than telling them that the most frequently discussed topics are off limits. Perhaps someone could deploy a script that answered every new post with, "I think that question has already been answered. Did you try searching?" I was only kidding about the search response. I happen to think that restricting discussions is a bad thing. The search function isn't exactly robust. People are going to ask the same questions over and over. It's the nature of the beast. This is an ad-supported site. More discussion, even if it covers the same ground, should be good for Cruise Critic. Editorially, the moderators can do what they want, even if it's bad for business - but more threads = more views = more advertising revenue. Besides, some times there's a new wrinkle, or updated information. Burying it in a giant, single-topic thread just makes it hard to find. Completely agree with you POA1! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare kazu Posted June 2, 2015 #15 Share Posted June 2, 2015 I was only kidding about the search response. I happen to think that restricting discussions is a bad thing. The search function isn't exactly robust. People are going to ask the same questions over and over. It's the nature of the beast. This is an ad-supported site. More discussion, even if it covers the same ground, should be good for Cruise Critic. Editorially, the moderators can do what they want, even if it's bad for business - but more threads = more views = more advertising revenue. Besides, some times there's a new wrinkle, or updated information. Burying it in a giant, single-topic thread just makes it hard to find. Completely agree with you POA1! Ditto.:) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sapper1 Posted June 2, 2015 #16 Share Posted June 2, 2015 Completely agree with you POA1! Me too. Dress code threads can be more entertaining than TV some nights. Keep them coming, please. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RuthC Posted June 2, 2015 #17 Share Posted June 2, 2015 Yes, just what the board needs, another sticky thread. The thread itself wouldn't have to be a sticky, although you are probably correct that there would be a sticky referring people to the primary thread. It would be as the smoking threads are now. Although you are right that too many stickies (and announcements, for that matter), make a mess of the top of the page, in this case I'm not opposed. The single smoking thread has worked out well for the most part. I see the dress code/compliance as similar. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
qsuzi Posted June 2, 2015 #18 Share Posted June 2, 2015 (edited) For those who were in favor of a smoking thread, what are the reasons you don't feel the same about a dressing code thread? As Ruth said, I also see dress code compliance as similar. Edited June 2, 2015 by qsuzi Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JimAOk1945 Posted June 2, 2015 #19 Share Posted June 2, 2015 Me too. Dress code threads can be more entertaining than TV some nights. Keep them coming, please. I agree! :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JimAOk1945 Posted June 2, 2015 #20 Share Posted June 2, 2015 If we can move smoking to all one thread so some of us never have to read it again, a thread about people who want to wear cutoffs and a baseball cap to formal night would be awesome too, just saying... Great idea! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare LMaxwell Posted June 2, 2015 #21 Share Posted June 2, 2015 Where would people who don't want to wear a suit, but also have never worn a baseball cap and cutoffs to a restaurant in their life be able to post? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lady Chew Posted June 2, 2015 #22 Share Posted June 2, 2015 I was only kidding about the search response. I happen to think that restricting discussions is a bad thing. The search function isn't exactly robust. People are going to ask the same questions over and over. It's the nature of the beast. This is an ad-supported site. More discussion, even if it covers the same ground, should be good for Cruise Critic. Editorially, the moderators can do what they want, even if it's bad for business - but more threads = more views = more advertising revenue. Besides, some times there's a new wrinkle, or updated information. Burying it in a giant, single-topic thread just makes it hard to find. Ditto ... besides, if you're going to put dress codes in a sticky, why not tipping? entertainment? food? chair hogs? suite & mariner benefits? and just about every other subject that comes up? There's a reason to have sub-forums and threads ... it's easy to find what you're looking for and makes better discussion, and in many cases, entertainment!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare ski ww Posted June 2, 2015 #23 Share Posted June 2, 2015 Everybody that cruises, first timers or veterans know what the dress code is in the different dining rooms on formal nights or any other nights. They choose to either comply or ignore it. It doesn't matter how many posts there are explaining what should or shouldn't be worn. But it is entertaining reading. Allan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HamOp Posted June 2, 2015 #24 Share Posted June 2, 2015 (edited) I had the unenviable experience of trying to search to answer the question "What time does the Lido open for lunch?" It was fun seeing how many posts contained the words "lido" "lunch" and "schedule" although not necessarily anywhere near each other. I would not count on the search being able to constructively answer any question. Put your search question in quotation marks and the search engine will return any posts that have that exact phrase. However, don't be too specific. Try just "Lido lunch" As you saw, without the quotation marks any and all posts with any of the words in your question will be returned. Edited June 2, 2015 by HamOp Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare POA1 Posted June 2, 2015 #25 Share Posted June 2, 2015 Put your search question in quotation marks and the search engine will return any posts that have that exact phrase. However, don't be too specific. Try just "Lido lunch" As you saw, without the quotation marks any and all posts with any of the words in your question will be returned. With all due respect, the CC search engine... what's the word I'm looking for?... Sucks. Try to find the last post before you changed user names. It's darn near impossible. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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