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(Not) a man of handshake quality

Even if the big cruise lines have simply thrown many traditions overboard in recent years, a few of the good old customs will probably remain forever.

On most ships, this also includes the captain's reception with champagne, a souvenir photo and a gala dinner afterwards. Hours beforehand, the hairdryers are already running hot at the on-board hairdresser's, the manicurists have their hands full, tuxedos are ironed and precious items brought along are put on ...

After all, at this event you not only get to know the "driver of the ship", but also the other passengers - including lots of shake-hands and kissed cheeks. And therein lies the problem!
Several shipping companies consider so much physical contact to be highly risky, because not only pleasantries but also noroviruses could be exchanged. And if, in the worst case, the crew on the bridge are also infected, then that's it for the dream (ship) voyage ...

Alternative greetings are therefore required: but waving to the captain from a distance? Or wear disposable gloves when saying hello? ... Hmm, none of this is really convincing. I still like the idea from Azamara Club Cruises best. On the 5-star ships of this small, fine US provider, passengers are asked to greet the captain "fist to fist" so that only the knuckles touch. This is said to significantly reduce the risk of infection. What does that look like? It's best to click on a few rapper videos on YouTube. The cool guys from the street have been greeting each other like this for a long time.

And to make sure it really comes across as authentic on my next cruise, I've already thought of a suitable greeting: "Holla Captain, everything cool on the cutter? Lots of bling-bling on board - and full of fat shorties ... Let's chill out with the crew, I'd really like that. Well then, peace out - and CU!"



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