Ear-splitting volume on ocean cruises

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3 hours ago, ontheweb said:

I never asked our son, also mid-40s.

You should. You'd likely be pleased with the answer.

[ldubs]

On 9/18/2024 at 10:57 AM, Hlitner said:

We agree with much of what the OP has posted, in that many cruise lines do suffer from a glut of manmade noise!  And it is true, that if cruising on Princess one normally will encounter constant blasting "noise" from the pool deck MUTS (Movies Under the Stars) system.  On other lines, it is not uncommon to have too loud music blasting in atriums, on deck, etc.  

 

 

Blasting in Atriums

 

I've noticed on our current preferred line they are using the atrium for game show type stuff during the day with the volume cranked up to high.   Used to be more about lounge musicians and a much more relaxing place during the day with the louder dance parties happening during the evening.

[donaldsc]

Get a set of Sony WH-1000XM5 or Bose Noise Cancelling 700 headphones.  They are expensive and you will look stupid but they really work.  O own a pair of Sonys and they work wonders.  

 

You can also get in ear devices that attenuate the sound which are less intrusive and less expensive.  https://sorenson.com/blog/captioncall/your-guide-to-finding-the-best-earplugs/  

 

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