9 code words you never want to hear on cruise ships

Common things you might have on your list of items when getting ready to go on a cruise are toiletries and sunscreen, along with these other things you should pack for a cruise. One thing you probably haven’t thought about? Researching cruise ship code words. But, to ensure guests have the most relaxing atmosphere possible, most major cruise lines have come up with a variety of internal code words to use during an emergency or other situation.

Certain codes are commonly used among different cruise lines to signal true emergencies, said Janet Semenova, an independent affiliate of Palm Coast Travel & Signature Travel Network. These code words are used by crew members to discreetly communicate with each other when things go overboard. Before anyone steps foot on the ship, cruise personnel and captains receive intensive training. These drills show a certain level of competency that is mandated across all cruise lines, Semenova said. Here are just a few examples of code words used on a cruise.

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