Nothing ruins a vacation quite like unwanted secondhand smoke. When you’re trying to relax and enjoy your cruise experience, the last thing you want is to be exposed to harmful secondhand smoke.
Your Voice REALLY Makes a Difference
A huge thumbs up to cruise ship customers who are speaking up for smokefree air through:
- Online travel reviews
- Facebook groups and social media
- Company surveys
- Comment cards
- Written letters to tour operators
Thank you for taking the time to file complaints about secondhand smoke exposure and to advocate for your right to breathe clean, safe air. Every comment, review, and survey response helps cruise lines understand what their customers truly want.
Cruise Customers Want Smokefree Air
Good News:
Princess Cruise Line (a Carnival Cruise brand) has partnered with influencer Brian Christopher to help expand smokefree air policies to more ship casinos. Brian is an official advocate of ANR Foundation and a supporter of Casino Employees Against Smoking Effects (CEASE). This collaboration represents a positive step forward for passenger health and comfort.
Not-so-good News:
Meanwhile, Royal Caribbean has been receiving criticism from passengers for expanding onboard smoking areas. According to recent reports, customers have been voicing their complaints about these policy changes that move in the opposite direction. Ventilation systems don’t stop the spread of smoke!
Plan Your Smokefree Travels Accordingly
Before booking your next cruise, research each cruise line’s smoking policies. Look for ships with comprehensive smokefree areas and consider supporting companies that prioritize passenger health. Your booking decisions send a powerful message about what matters to travelers.
Remember: continuing to speak up through reviews and feedback keeps the pressure on cruise lines to expand smokefree policies.
