MsSoCalCruiser Posted January 11, 2020 #1 Share Posted January 11, 2020 What do you do to save your chair if you are solo (or just alone doing your own thing) when you need to take a restroom break, quickly go and grab a snack/drink, or another plate from the buffet? I purchased this this for my next cruise; do you think it’s ok? 6 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Ombud Posted January 11, 2020 #2 Share Posted January 11, 2020 This solo LOVES it! I'm thinking I need to follow your lead and bring a sign. Especially since others on the Pacific Northwest Coast cruise have stated that all seats in IC are taken by 5am. I'm not even alive until hours after that 😴 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Colo Cruiser Posted January 11, 2020 #3 Share Posted January 11, 2020 Good intentions but those that are on "their cruise" will likely disregard that the same way they would disregard La Chancla. 😉 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MsSoCalCruiser Posted January 11, 2020 Author #4 Share Posted January 11, 2020 4 minutes ago, Ombud said: This solo LOVES it! I'm thinking I need to follow your lead and bring a sign. Especially since others on the Pacific Northwest Coast cruise have stated that all seats in IC are taken by 5am. I'm not even alive until hours after that 😴 Amazon Prime! I’m not trying to chair hog or anything but when we are solo you know how it is, can’t even get up to go to the restroom. 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MsSoCalCruiser Posted January 11, 2020 Author #5 Share Posted January 11, 2020 3 minutes ago, Colo Cruiser said: Good intentions but those that are on "their cruise" will likely disregard that the same way they would disregard La Chancla. 😉 It can be rough when you are solo... don’t be taking my flip-flops, LOL. 1 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Colo Cruiser Posted January 11, 2020 #6 Share Posted January 11, 2020 Just now, MsSoCalCruiser said: It can be rough when you are solo... don’t be taking my flip-flops, LOL. Remember they are dual use! 😁 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Ombud Posted January 11, 2020 #7 Share Posted January 11, 2020 4 minutes ago, MsSoCalCruiser said: It can be rough when you are solo... don’t be taking my flip-flops, LOL. Agreed. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kywildcatfanone Posted January 11, 2020 #8 Share Posted January 11, 2020 We have those chair clips that you can buy anywhere for our towels and use those and leave a book or something on the towel. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MsSoCalCruiser Posted January 11, 2020 Author #9 Share Posted January 11, 2020 2 minutes ago, kywildcatfanone said: We have those chair clips that you can buy anywhere for our towels and use those and leave a book or something on the towel. I also have the chair clips but I use a Kindle ; definitely would not want to leave that there. I was hoping with the sign that they would realize that I was coming right back and not out for the afternoon. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kywildcatfanone Posted January 11, 2020 #10 Share Posted January 11, 2020 Just now, MsSoCalCruiser said: I was hoping with the sign that they would realize that I was coming right back and not out for the afternoon. If we don't have a book we use sunscreen cans/tubes, something, as you would need to hold your sign down. Needs something with weight if it's a sea day and wind is an issue. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Ombud Posted January 11, 2020 #11 Share Posted January 11, 2020 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) 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aus Traveller Posted January 11, 2020 #12 Share Posted January 11, 2020 Often I go on deck to read and relax, but my husband stays in the cabin. Therefore I am solo. If I have to leave my chair for a very short break, I ask the person in the next chair if they are staying for a while. Then I say that I will be back in a few minutes, but I always leave something on the chair (not a kindle!) so someone walking past gets the impression the chair is occupied. I wouldn't use the sign that is suggested. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare leck57 Posted January 11, 2020 #13 Share Posted January 11, 2020 12 minutes ago, Aus Traveller said: Often I go on deck to read and relax, but my husband stays in the cabin. Therefore I am solo. If I have to leave my chair for a very short break, I ask the person in the next chair if they are staying for a while. Then I say that I will be back in a few minutes, but I always leave something on the chair (not a kindle!) so someone walking past gets the impression the chair is occupied. I wouldn't use the sign that is suggested. I am also often up on deck by the pool by myself. When I head to the pool or elsewhere I usually put my thongs (to others I mean -jandels, flip flops, NZ safety boots) up on the lounger with my book or whatever else I have. It usually works. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Coral Posted January 11, 2020 #14 Share Posted January 11, 2020 I usually chat with someone near me. I ask them if they will be around for 15 minutes and ask if they will watch my stuff for me. It always seems to work for me. I then do the same for them. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cherylandtk Posted January 11, 2020 #15 Share Posted January 11, 2020 The sign is cute and it is intended for a short absence, 30 minutes or less. It should work. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BIG TIME CRUISER Posted January 11, 2020 #16 Share Posted January 11, 2020 Like anything else most people are afraid to move anything from a chair for fear of being yelled at. If the sign were there for a while I'd just remove it & sit down. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CruiseVA Posted January 11, 2020 #17 Share Posted January 11, 2020 14 minutes ago, leck57 said: I am also often up on deck by the pool by myself. When I head to the pool or elsewhere I usually put my thongs (to others I mean -jandels, flip flops, NZ safety boots) Thanks for clarifying that - LOL! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alaskanb Posted January 12, 2020 #18 Share Posted January 12, 2020 2 hours ago, MsSoCalCruiser said: What do you do to save your chair if you are solo (or just alone doing your own thing) when you need to take a restroom break, quickly go and grab a snack/drink, or another plate from the buffet? I purchased this this for my next cruise; do you think it’s ok? Maybe you can use a washable sharpie to write when you plan to be back.......... 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steelers36 Posted January 12, 2020 #19 Share Posted January 12, 2020 58 minutes ago, Alaskanb said: Maybe you can use a washable sharpie to write when you plan to be back.......... Agree - if I saw that sign, I'd still wonder how long it had been there. I'd also think that it might belong to a determined chair hog and not a considerate person like the OP. A dedicated chair hog might think that sign would keep people from moving their stuff. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lucky TGO Posted January 12, 2020 #20 Share Posted January 12, 2020 This is a easy one for me. I just let my girl friend stay there until I get back. See photo. 😁 The Captain of The Rowboat, 4 1 13 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hobbyfarmer2 Posted January 12, 2020 #21 Share Posted January 12, 2020 (edited) 24 minutes ago, Lucky TGO said: This is a easy one for me. I just let my girl friend stay there until I get back. See photo. 😁 The Captain of The Rowboat, Think I used to date her a long time ago.... Edited January 12, 2020 by hobbyfarmer2 Sp 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OCruisers Posted January 12, 2020 #22 Share Posted January 12, 2020 3 hours ago, Coral said: I usually chat with someone near me. I ask them if they will be around for 15 minutes and ask if they will watch my stuff for me. It always seems to work for me. I then do the same for them. Exactly what I've done for quick bathroom breatks when DH was not with me. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OCruisers Posted January 12, 2020 #23 Share Posted January 12, 2020 Just now, OCruisers said: Exactly what I've done for quick bathroom breatks when DH was not with me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lucky TGO Posted January 12, 2020 #24 Share Posted January 12, 2020 1 minute 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 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hobbyfarmer2 Posted January 12, 2020 #25 Share Posted January 12, 2020 (edited) 1 minute ago, Lucky TGO said: Hobbyfarmer2, Fugheddaboudit you were never that lucky to date my girl. 😁😁😁 The Captain of The Rowboat, Tony Maybe her twin sister then.....she had beautiful eyes.... Edited January 12, 2020 by hobbyfarmer2 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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