Alarming Cruise Ship Facts That Are Sneakily Concealed From The Public
From swimming pools and cocktails to shopping, casinos, and theatres, cruise ships are an entertainment hub. Pair these recreational activities with the prospect of touring a host of intriguing countries, and you've got the perfect vacation! But what if we told you that, underneath the activity of the upper deck, lies an underbelly of murky facts that cruise lines try to keep under wraps? Once you take a look at these bizarre, well-hidden truths about cruise ships, it might just alter your perception of cruises forever.
Ships have a morgue
While it wouldn't cross most traveler's minds, passing away on a cruise is a tragic yet entirely possible scenario. But what happens to the deceased's body? Well, cruise ships have morgues, along with body bags, onboard just in case someone was to leave this world while sipping martinis at the pool deck — chilling.
Secret codes
To convey highly confidential messages to one another, cruise ship staff members communicate with a catalog of code words. For example, "PVI" refers to a seasick passenger. Though the one you should probably listen close for is: "Charlie, Charlie, Charlie." That means there's a security threat, something nobody wants to hear on vacation!
Clothing optional
Considering nude recreation is a multi-million dollar industry, it should come as no surprise that there are cruise ships out there catering to tourists who prefer to disrobe. Bare Necessities is just one of the cruise lines to provide a completely nude vacation experience to thousands of excited travelers annually.
Dirty coverups
Cruise lines pull out all the stops to boost their public image. But sometimes companies make a mistake so enormous it overshadows all their positive publicity efforts. That was the case for Princess Cruise Lines Ltd. in 2014 when they plead guilty to seven felony charges for the illegal dumping of oil-contaminated waste. The penalty — a jaw-dropping $40 million fine!
