LiLBxQt Posted April 30, 2007 #26 Share Posted April 30, 2007 We aren't first-timers but we always drink the daily special. And it's a safe bet that I'll be lost when getting off an elevator for the entire cruise. D. I agree... Its very easy to get off an elevator and become disoriented even for the seasoned cruiser!!! I get the hang of it after a while but by that time, the cruise is almost over LoL... I'm sure all those drink specials dont help the situation either ;) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Carcarmat Posted April 30, 2007 #27 Share Posted April 30, 2007 AT the end of the cruise the large drank bill that you owe it cat get away from you Ive seen $2000 . the fights about the bill can get heated Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chasetf Posted May 3, 2007 #28 Share Posted May 3, 2007 Seems to me a lot of newbie cruisers buy that lanyard and wear their cruise card around their neck. :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
airlink diva Posted May 3, 2007 #29 Share Posted May 3, 2007 Like many said, we all were first time cruisers! I recalled on my very first cruise that my mouth was in a big O when I saw the ship the very first time. I also took alot of pictures of every nook and cranny on the ship and on shore. I walked around oh and ahh around the ship. If you do this, no problem!! There's no shame in being a nebwie!!! Happy sailing!! CRUISES Fascination 2001 Alaskan State Ferry (back to back inside passage) Columbia 2002 Oosterdam 2004 Westerdam 2005 Miracle 2006 Maasdam 2007 Disney Wonder 2008 (summer) Statendam 2008 (winter) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chasetf Posted May 3, 2007 #30 Share Posted May 3, 2007 Like many said, we all were first time cruisers! I recalled on my very first cruise that my mouth was in a big O when I saw the ship the very first time. I also took alot of pictures of every nook and cranny on the ship and on shore. I walked around oh and ahh around the ship. If you do this, no problem!! There's no shame in being a nebwie!!! Happy sailing!! Heck... I still do that :eek: and we have been on over a dozen different ships. :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Akulakat Posted May 3, 2007 #31 Share Posted May 3, 2007 Most first time posters title their threads, newbie here or first timer. Also by the number of posts. 1 is a for sure, a newbie. :D HEY !! I resemble that remark!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Silvery Seas Cruiser Posted May 4, 2007 #32 Share Posted May 4, 2007 After eleven cruises I still don't recognize first time cruisers unless they happen to tell me right out that they are. Perhaps the reason is that I'm so busy enjoying the cruise I am on, that I don't notice that much what other folks are doing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
packandgo Posted May 4, 2007 #33 Share Posted May 4, 2007 Seems to me a lot of newbie cruisers buy that lanyard and wear their cruise card around their neck. :D We still wear our lanyards after 61 cruises! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ladysheri Posted May 5, 2007 #34 Share Posted May 5, 2007 Another sure sign of a first time cruiser is one with a lot of luggage. LOL! I brought 6 suitcases on our first cruise...1 for dh and the rest for me. :eek: Now that I am an "oldtimer" (hahaha), I try to bring only 4! :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Liesje Posted May 5, 2007 #35 Share Posted May 5, 2007 My first and only cruise so far was on our honeymoon two and a half years ago. It was a gift from my FIL and DH kept it a secret till the moment we got off the shuttle at Ft. Lauderdale. Silly me, was so much in luv that i didn't have a clue. When he told me this was where we too were getting off I was so surprised and so happy, when it was time to board I literally skipped onto the ship. I'm sure that gave me away :p !!! Although, I was 23 at the time which I guess made me look less like a fool??:rolleyes: Have a great time Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NAS-KARR Posted May 6, 2007 #36 Share Posted May 6, 2007 Furst time cruisers try to use MONOPOLY $ CIAO, Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
srlafleur Posted May 6, 2007 #37 Share Posted May 6, 2007 I must always look like a first time cruiser :) I don't do the drink of the day, but I'm always lost and I always have a ships' map, even after multiple cruises on the same ship :rolleyes: Me too. I'm sure I always look like a first time cruiser. I do occasionally have the drink of the day - if's it's something I'd enjoy anyway. I'm lost for at least the first few days, and I do gawk at the ship when I get off. (and "oh, look there's OUR stateroom!"):D When it becomes run-of-the-mill and isn't just as exciting as the 1st time, we'll probably have to move on the another form of vacation, though I'm having a hard time imagining what! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cb at sea Posted May 6, 2007 #38 Share Posted May 6, 2007 Another sure sign of a first time cruiser is one with a lot of luggage. This is NOT true! I always pack alot--I like having choices!!!! We are NOT 1st timers! It just means we are well-dressed! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Narina Posted May 6, 2007 #39 Share Posted May 6, 2007 I am not a newbie cruiser I have a few under my belt and my jaw still drops when I see and enter the ship. Sometimes I have to remind myself to close my mouth as it gapes open in wonder. I don't drink really and I always buy one umbrella drink for the sail away. I may only drink a few sips and pass it on to DH but for me its part of my cruise experience. I am also the one that wears a lanyard with her Sail and Sign card around her neck. I usually dont have pockets and it makes it easier for me to have it right there. Heck I even use it when I am in port just throw my ID in there and all I have to do is flash both sides to get back on the ship. Saves me from digging 5 mins in my tote bag for my card. Luggage I'm getting better. I can pack for a week long cruise plus a couple of pre cruise and post cruise days in hotel in one suit case. The one thing I have learned is that if I am flying I bring a extra suitcase usually one with wheels to put in the stuff I buy on the trip rather than trying to cram it all in my big suitcase and risk being over weight. It also works great for the dirty clothes I have. I usually do laundry on the last sea day but have a couple of items left over. This way I know whats in the big case can be put away when I get home and the little case needs washed and goes directly to the laundry room. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Screwball Posted May 6, 2007 #40 Share Posted May 6, 2007 A first time cruiser will be the one at the purser's desk asking "what time is the midnight buffet?" ;) A first time cruiser will be the one running to warn the Captain he sees iceburgs on an Alaskan Cruise. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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