Carnival Conquest - out of control teenagers!

[DragonMouse]

We did talk to the kids but it didn't help. They would start out on deck 5 where the casino was and took over all of the sofas. When the casino closed, they would move to the stairways until run out and then to deck 9. My son had to actually break up a fight on the stairwell and all they did was curse him out. Security was notified about what was going on but we never did see Security show up. I will not travel during the summer again on any cruise ship! I don't feel like babysitting someone elses rude kids!!!

 

Casino closed????? WOW...that "pod" was out very very late...I would have probably been on panic mode by that point if my son wasn't back in the cabin.

 

I probably would have lost my temper if I EVER had a teen curse me out (I don't handle being told "NO" by a childern 2-20 very well). I'd have to say you had a VERY unfortnate experience with that. If I had that experience...I would most likely feel the same way.

 

My experience with teens on that ship was truly very pleasant. Perhaps I was lucky.

[LorrieB]

Wow...we were on the Aug 9th cruise too. I didn't see any problem with teens. ...The Mom that said "she hadn't seen her daughter in 3 days"... was probably more a figure of speech. I could have said that too...but more accurately it would be that I hardly saw him in a "face to face" scenerio besides his nightly "report" of everything they did during the day (I LOVED these reports). I know my son was wandering about with some friends...but between the 4 of us (me, husband, girlfriend and her husband)...we actually spotted him more than he had a clue of. He was just always having a good time, participated in Circle C activities, hung out at the disco etc...his little "pod" even went and took pictures...and get this...the group of them actually "tipped" the photographer because they thought he was so nice...(I was impressed at them being concerned with that). I monitored his folio so that I knew approximately where he was hanging out. If I had even the most minimal report that he was misbehaving in the slightest...he would have immediately be confined to quarters (he KNOWS this too and it doesn't take much to set me off). Of course he was with us for some events, some dinners and definately each excursion. I truly believe IF he or one of his "pod" members got "called out" by an "adult". I would have heard about it. He never hesitates to tell me or my husband about something that happened when we're at home.

 

BUT...I guess I could see some people when they don't have kids or they don't have kids with them on vacation...maybe they get a little more "sensitive" about the stupid things one or two of them might do. Overall...I hardly ran into ANY teens (younger teens nor older ones) that were acting way out of line.

 

I had more of an issue with pre-teens running into the elevators (if they were teens they were very short) and pushing all the buttons, little kids cutting me off at the water slide, little kids alone at the buffet line, etc. SIGH. After a while I just took a deep breath and realized they were having fun...They probably should have been better supervised...but they were having fun. At that age I wouldn't have let my son off the leash with out supervision...but then it took a lot to for me to let the leash go a little.

 

I have more of an issue at ANY theme park, any sporting event, McDonalds... than I even remotely did on Carnival. Beware of going to Disney in the summer...whoa I could tell you some HORROR stories about that...As much as I enjoy Disney...there are some kids (and parents) that could definatley make me go POSTAL. My dear boy will put his hand on my shoulder and just shake his head...telling me to breath deep and slow. I met a lot of really BEAUTIFUL people and some wonderful people on this cruise that I've seen in a long time. Unfortunately it only takes ONE or TWO bad apples.

 

And security...No one saw them because I think they were following me. I saw them every time I got on the elevator. Shucks...one time in particular I think we had about 4-5 security officers get on with us. My girlfriend and I blamed each other. But in all reality...SHE is the guilty one:p

The difference with your child and those mentioned is that your child does not lack discipline. He knows the consequences of his actions. For parents who go on a cruise to "GET AWAY" from their kids while their kids run wild, that is an entirely different story. Just because you didn't see them didn't mean they were not there. It is, after all, a big ship. That's like saying dolphins don't swim around the ship just because you didn't happen to see them. That may be a poor analogy but, that's all I could think of. :o

[LorrieB]

My husband will not stand for disrespect. He would make sure that not only the teens were turned in to security but that their parents were informed. Military background definitely comes in handy when dealing with rude people, young or old.

[KCCruisin']

My husband and I sailed on the Carnival Conquest on August 9th to celebrate our son and new wife's wedding and our wedding anniversary. The teenagers were so out of control that you could not hardly walk around on the ship without someone running into you or being very rude. We talked to quite a few parents traveling with children and they were very disappointed that the Security people didn't seem to care about the situation. This will be the last time that we travel during the summertime - some parents seemed to think that once they boarded the ship that Carnival was their children's babysitter. One couple that we also talked to said that one mother even mentioned that she had not seen her teenage daughter in 3 days - can you image! What is up with parents these days?

 

I have to agree with you, we were on the same sailing and it makes you wonder if the parents are actually on the cruise with the kids. My daughter who's eleven was with us and I can't imagine not knowing where she is on that huge ship full of strangers.

[PlanoDebbie]

When we were on the Conquest a few weeks ago, we happened to be out by the Sky Pool area around 11 Pm or later to have some ice cream and relax. A group of about 10 kids who appeared to be no more than 15 all showed up and started acting obnoxious and then smoking. We were very pleased when a Carnival security person came over within about 5 minutes of them lighting up cigs to tell them they could not smoke at all and told them to leave. Wow!

 

I gave the Security guy a standing ovation as the kids left the area all hacked off. Their parents were probably all drunk and sitting in front of a slot machine no caring about what their kids were up to.

[Sherrybaby412]

Last year while cruising on the Glory or rather on one of the excursions, I had a problem with a kid name Carl. I remember his name because his Mom kept screaming CAAAAAAAAAAAAAAARRRLLLLLLLLL.

 

While doing the cave tubing in Belize, Carl and his friend finished ahead of us. He then proceeded to jump out of the water and toss rocks at my head. In no uncertain terms, I let him know what would happen if he didn't stop throwing rocks at us. I do believe it involved a good old fashioned a** kicking.

 

His mother started screaming to the tour guide that I couldn't speak to her son that way and she might have to involve the authorities if it came down to it. Our tour guide ( I wish I could remember his name) said excuse me ma'am but you are not in the United States and in this country she can speak to him that way. She can also kick his a**. I would suggest he stop throwing rocks before he does get his butt kicked."

 

lol

[Scott_F]

I'll ask the question ... did you say something to the kids who walked into you? I mean, perhaps it's just me, but if some jerk just randomly runs into me who happens to be over the age of 5, they get a comment from me. I find it works particularly good with teenages. They stop dead, turn white, stare at you all wide-eyed. It takes a village, folks.

 

I'm a large guy 6'4" and if they run into me, they tend to bounce off. Most people tend to yield their personal space when confronted by rude teens. They know it, hence running into you. You just weren't quick enough to get out of their way I guess. :(

 

But, like I've said before, I'm an old retired O-lineman. They'll bounce off as I only yield my personal space to my elders and those that are working hard just to walk upright or roll their own chairs. But smart ass kids? No way man.

[Scott_F]

Last year while cruising on the Glory or rather on one of the excursions, I had a problem with a kid name Carl. I remember his name because his Mom kept screaming CAAAAAAAAAAAAAAARRRLLLLLLLLL.

 

While doing the cave tubing in Belize, Carl and his friend finished ahead of us. He then proceeded to jump out of the water and toss rocks at my head. In no uncertain terms, I let him know what would happen if he didn't stop throwing rocks at us. I do believe it involved a good old fashioned a** kicking.

 

His mother started screaming to the tour guide that I couldn't speak to her son that way and she might have to involve the authorities if it came down to it. Our tour guide ( I wish I could remember his name) said excuse me ma'am but you are not in the United States and in this country she can speak to him that way. She can also kick his a**. I would suggest he stop throwing rocks before he does get his butt kicked."

 

lol

 

I love that story. Nice. Maybe kick ass, give warning later next time? Haha.

[SheriNtexas]

While doing the cave tubing in Belize, Carl and his friend finished ahead of us. He then proceeded to jump out of the water and toss rocks at my head. In no uncertain terms, I let him know what would happen if he didn't stop throwing rocks at us. I do believe it involved a good old fashioned a** kicking.

lol

 

 

I love it!

[guiderchachi]

Last year while cruising on the Glory or rather on one of the excursions, I had a problem with a kid name Carl. I remember his name because his Mom kept screaming CAAAAAAAAAAAAAAARRRLLLLLLLLL.

 

While doing the cave tubing in Belize, Carl and his friend finished ahead of us. He then proceeded to jump out of the water and toss rocks at my head. In no uncertain terms, I let him know what would happen if he didn't stop throwing rocks at us. I do believe it involved a good old fashioned a** kicking.

 

His mother started screaming to the tour guide that I couldn't speak to her son that way and she might have to involve the authorities if it came down to it. Our tour guide ( I wish I could remember his name) said excuse me ma'am but you are not in the United States and in this country she can speak to him that way. She can also kick his a**. I would suggest he stop throwing rocks before he does get his butt kicked."

 

lol

 

Funny story! Thanks for sharing!

[azrayne]

These kids who behave this way on the cruise ships are the same ones you encounter in your daily lives. These are the kids who thinks its ok to run up and down the grocery aisles. Or the ones who believe its ok to run and play hide n seek in the stores at the mall.

 

Myself, if I see this, I tell them to knock it off and that where we are is no place to play. I've had their parents make comments under their breath, but generally, most will then get their kids under some kinda control.

 

If my boys behaved that way in public, I'd kick their a$$ from here to tomorrow. They are 20 and 18 now. Their lucky I never had too!

[DqALEX]

I also try to avoid summer, too hot to enjoy, not just the kids. I went in May and that was almost too hot for me.

You hit the nail on the head. I was in Key West last summer on the Inspiration, great cruise, but both ports were WAY TO HOT to enjoy.

[laffnatu]

.....The teenagers were so out of control that you could not hardly walk around on the ship without someone running into you or being very rude. ........ One couple that we also talked to said that one mother even mentioned that she had not seen her teenage daughter in 3 days - can you image! What is up with parents these days?

 

Ugh! Hoping this doesn't happen on my cruise next month! :mad:

[neekaemt]

these kids parents are the same ones who let them act like a horses rear at home too. They are the same ones who think the school system should raise their children and that discipline is wrong because the kid can "call the cops" Its horrible and if my kid ever acted that way in public (or at home) i can garuntee you she would only do it once!