texhockey Posted June 26, 2016 #51 Share Posted June 26, 2016 That's good. My issue with it wasn't rule following because I don't think it's my job to police others. But I would be unhappy on MY balcony smelling YOUR smoke, so that was my issue. Smuggle all the drinks you want, and break any other rules and I see no reason to get involved because I'm not directly impacted. Smoking is a different ballgame. This is how I view things in general but we do need to realize that breaking rules does have unexpected consequences. All the alcohol smuggling has made it so I can't bring my bottled water and soft drinks on with me anymore. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lorim103 Posted June 26, 2016 #52 Share Posted June 26, 2016 There is already a spirited debate in another thread regarding balcony smoking; vigorous and civil debate can be held there. This is a basic yes / no poll. If you are on your balcony and a neighbor is smoking, would you report the smoker to GS / Security? I had a smokers next to me on my last cruise and just didn't want to be a b*tch. We had chatted & they seemed really nice. With the wind, the smoke didn't bother me too bad. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gypsywych Posted June 26, 2016 #53 Share Posted June 26, 2016 No. I wouldn't. I don't smoke any longer, but even back then I would have preferred they ban smoking in ALL indoor spaces, including the casino, to banning smoking on the balconies. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SAN415 Posted June 26, 2016 #54 Share Posted June 26, 2016 If I can smell the smoke, that person is forcing me to share the cigarette with you. I would report that there was someone smoking. And I would call every single time I could smell it. If I can't use my balcony I would expect a refund to the cost of an OV. If I can't smell it then no I wouldn't report a possible smoker...not sure in that case how I would even know? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WhoDatNation Posted June 26, 2016 #55 Share Posted June 26, 2016 Sure would just like I done last year Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Captain Funtime Posted June 26, 2016 #56 Share Posted June 26, 2016 NO !!! I cruised when you could smoke in your cabin and on your balcony. I loved having a cigar on the balcony after dinner. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JimAOk1945 Posted June 26, 2016 #57 Share Posted June 26, 2016 Lol, a little over dramatic....safety of the rest of the ship? Seriously? Just say you don't like the smell of cig smoke and spare us the theatrics Sent from my iPad using Forums mobile app If it wasn't a safety issue, Carnival would not have a policy in place. Below is a link to the Carnival website stating this policy: https://help.carnival.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/3839/kw/smoking%20policy Smoking Policy All staterooms and suite accommodations are an entirely smoke free environment, including the outside balcony. This policy includes all forms of smoking, including but not limited to, cigarettes, cigars, electronic cigarettes (E-cigarettes), tobacco pipes and personal vaporizers. Cigarette, electronic cigarette and personal vaporizer smoking will only be permitted in designated exterior open deck areas, as well as our night clubs (except on Carnival Sunshine and Carnival Vista), and in certain areas within the casino (for playing guests while at designated slot machines and table games) and the casino bar. Cigar and tobacco pipe smoking will only be allowed in designated exterior open deck areas. Guests who smoke in their staterooms or on their balconies will be assessed a $250 cleaning and refreshing fee on their Sail & Sign account. Information on this fee is included in Carnival's cruise ticket contract. Guest agrees to strictly comply with Carnival's non-smoking policy. To see locations where you can smoke on your cruise, click here https://help.carnival.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/3490 Do you think Carnival is being dramatic? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
First and Ten Posted June 26, 2016 #58 Share Posted June 26, 2016 (edited) I didn't say Carnival was being dramatic....I said you were....in theory, an intoxicated person could jeopardize you and your DW's safety....do you claim to report every intoxicated person you see on a cruise? Sent from my iPad using Forums mobile app Edited June 26, 2016 by First and Ten Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cruisin Dave Posted June 26, 2016 #59 Share Posted June 26, 2016 I said yes, especially if it interfered with my enjoyment of the balcony. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JimAOk1945 Posted June 26, 2016 #60 Share Posted June 26, 2016 (edited) I didn't say Carnival was being dramatic....I said you were....in theory, an intoxicated person could jeopardize you and your DW's safety....do you claim to report every intoxicated person you see on a cruise? Sent from my iPad using Forums mobile app No, I don't believe for an instant that I'm being dramatic. This is a poll and I'm stating my opinion on the subject of this poll. What you think about me is inconsequential, and your attempt to introduce an unrelated subject that has nothing to do with the subject at hand is considered Thread Hijacking by Cruise Critic. Edited June 26, 2016 by JimAOk1945 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kevin308 Posted June 26, 2016 #61 Share Posted June 26, 2016 Yes, I would report it. I am allergic to smoke and sometimes get very ill from it. So I would not be able to use a balcony if this happened to me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tonit964 Posted June 26, 2016 #62 Share Posted June 26, 2016 Yes, I would report it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
E&B Posted June 26, 2016 #63 Share Posted June 26, 2016 Yes. Sent from my iPad using Forums mobile app Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dmdiver Posted June 26, 2016 #64 Share Posted June 26, 2016 I don't think I would, simply because it never bothered me when it was allowed. The ship is moving & just blows the smoke away. I can remember many a time even in port seeing people leaning on their railing smoking a cigarette. Couldn't smell it that well - certainly not enough to bother me. I'm more bothered by the smoke in the casino - I guess because there's really nowhere for it to go. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tigresslea Posted June 26, 2016 #65 Share Posted June 26, 2016 Definitely, if it's affecting my enjoyment of my balcony Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GUT2407 Posted June 26, 2016 #66 Share Posted June 26, 2016 In a heart beat. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare firegal2539 Posted June 26, 2016 #67 Share Posted June 26, 2016 I would and have reported someone smoking. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tdaven1 Posted June 26, 2016 #68 Share Posted June 26, 2016 Yes Sent from my iPhone using Forums mobile app Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sjcruiser Posted June 26, 2016 #69 Share Posted June 26, 2016 I'm a cigar smoker, and use the designated areas on deck, or lounge where applicable. I don't smoke on the balcony, and don't want to smell smoke except when I'm smoking. If the smoke is bothering me, I would let them know, and if it continued, it would be reported. I would also let my cabin steward know so that just in case he smells smoke in the cabin, he knows that if could be my clothes, and not from me smoking in the room or balcony. Most of the time I leave my travel humidor, lighters, cutters, and cigar bands in plain sight in the room, so they know its not cigarettes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
qualifiedcruiseologist Posted June 26, 2016 #70 Share Posted June 26, 2016 Yes Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LaCal Posted June 26, 2016 #71 Share Posted June 26, 2016 Smokers Unite. Take back the Balconies 🚬💨💨💨💨 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The4Cruisers Posted June 27, 2016 #72 Share Posted June 27, 2016 If it wasn't a safety issue, Carnival would not have a policy in place.Below is a link to the Carnival website stating this policy: https://help.carnival.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/3839/kw/smoking%20policy Smoking Policy All staterooms and suite accommodations are an entirely smoke free environment, including the outside balcony. This policy includes all forms of smoking, including but not limited to, cigarettes, cigars, electronic cigarettes (E-cigarettes), tobacco pipes and personal vaporizers. Cigarette, electronic cigarette and personal vaporizer smoking will only be permitted in designated exterior open deck areas, as well as our night clubs (except on Carnival Sunshine and Carnival Vista), and in certain areas within the casino (for playing guests while at designated slot machines and table games) and the casino bar. Cigar and tobacco pipe smoking will only be allowed in designated exterior open deck areas. Guests who smoke in their staterooms or on their balconies will be assessed a $250 cleaning and refreshing fee on their Sail & Sign account. Information on this fee is included in Carnival's cruise ticket contract. Guest agrees to strictly comply with Carnival's non-smoking policy. To see locations where you can smoke on your cruise, click here https://help.carnival.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/3490 Do you think Carnival is being dramatic? Where does it say that it's a safety policy? (Just wondering...) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare LMaxwell Posted June 27, 2016 Author #73 Share Posted June 27, 2016 I'm pretty surprised by the poll results so far, though I recognize this is a small sampling and not a scientific poll. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Erwende Posted June 27, 2016 #74 Share Posted June 27, 2016 Yes Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OCruisers Posted June 27, 2016 #75 Share Posted June 27, 2016 Sort of feel it's up to the ship to enforce its rules. The last thing we want to do is be the "balcony smoke police" while enjoying a cruise. :rolleyes:.. :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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