Polls Archive

Does the Costa Concordia Accident Impact Your Future Cruise Plans?

No, all travel has some risk, and these types of accidents are rare. (47%, 99 Votes)
No, I will still cruise, but will probably review evacuation procedures more closely. (27%, 57 Votes)
Yes, I will not cruise with Costa, and/or avoid megaships. (11%, 24 Votes)
Maybe, I need to see an industry wide response to make sure that this type of incident doesn't happen again. (9%, 18 Votes)
Yes, I will never cruise again, too dagerous. (4%, 9 Votes)
Yes, I wasn't sure if a cruise was right for me, and now I know I'll never take one. (2%, 4 Votes)

Total Voters: 211

Start Date: January 19, 2012 @ 9:28 am
End Date: No Expiry

Would you pay for a behind the scenes tour or your cruise ship?

No, its just another way for the cruise lines to make a buck. (47%, 43 Votes)
Maybe, if the perks that go along with the tour make it worth while. (22%, 20 Votes)
Sure, I would be curious to learn about all aspects of the ship. (20%, 18 Votes)
No, I'd just wait till I earn a free tour through the loyalty program. (11%, 10 Votes)

Total Voters: 91

Start Date: December 17, 2011 @ 2:35 pm
End Date: No Expiry

When you caculate the total cost of your cruise, do you subtract regular expenses like gas and groceries which you would not incur during your cruise?

No, what you pay for the cruise is how much it costs. (50%, 63 Votes)
I never thought about it that way, but its a good idea. (28%, 36 Votes)
Yes, if you don't spend money you would if you stayed home, you can subtact that amount from the total cost of the cruise. (22%, 28 Votes)

Total Voters: 127

Start Date: August 5, 2011 @ 9:41 am
End Date: No Expiry

What do you think of children's characters like DreamWorks' Shrek and Madagascar, Disney Characters, or even the New Carnival Towel Elephant?

They are great fun for all ages and add to the cruise experience for everyone. (26%, 14 Votes)
They are great for multigenerational cruises, but not so good for those looking for a more grown up experience. (24%, 13 Votes)
They really don't affect my cruise one way or another. (22%, 12 Votes)
They are horrible, they detract from the tradtitional cruise experience. (17%, 9 Votes)
They help keep the kids happy, so I can enjoy other things on a cruise. (11%, 5 Votes)

Total Voters: 54

Start Date: May 4, 2011 @ 11:05 am
End Date: No Expiry

If you were on a cruise during the Royal Wedding of William and Kate, would you watch the ceremonies if they were broadcast?