Bow: The front of the ship. Bridge: Usually found in the bow, this is the area where the captain and their crew manage and control the cruise ship.
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A bulbous bow is a protruding bulb at the bow (or front) of a ship just below the waterline. The bulb modifies the way the water flows around the hull, reducing drag and thus increasing speed, range, fuel efficiency, and stability.
Shipboard employees are typically divided into departments relating to service, passenger accommodations (sometimes called “hotel administration”), entertainment, general ship maintenance, engine work, and safety.
It isn't just cruise ships that have Radomes which are white and ball shaped. Many other types of ships also have a very similar design. Radomes are common in the airline industry too. The front 'nose' part of an airplane is a Radome protecting the equipment inside while providing an aerodynamic shape.
If you suffer from motion sickness, or are a first-time cruiser and want to play it safe; it is not recommended you sail in a stateroom in the forward section of the ship. The most desirable location is a mid-ship stateroom, or if not available, a stateroom towards the back (aft) of the ship.
You'll likely want to steer clear of forward cabins. These are far and away the cruise rooms most affected by waves since they're the first to dip in rough seas. Even if you're on a lower deck, the forward of the ship might be the worst place to stay if you're prone to seasickness.
The back of the ship tends to be considered the next best cabin position after midships. Whilst the front of the ship gets the most movement the back also does get some. Whilst it's nowhere near as bad as the front of the ship, you may still notice some movement in rough seas.
Can people swim at night on a cruise ship? It depends on the ship and the weather. Most pools close in the evening although hot tubs usually stay open later. In rough weather, pools are usually closed, and often drained.
Cruise ship pools are usually filled with saltwater which has been chemically treated. On some cruise ships, you will find freshwater pools but these are less common. It is possible to have a cruise ship where some pools are fresh and some saltwater, this is very common on Royal Caribbean cruise ships.
Thanks to sophisticated stabilization systems, modern cruise ships can ensure stability and avoid tipping over. Some of these systems, known as active stabilization systems, adapt to water and weather conditions. Gyroscopes, thrusters, and counterweights prevent the ship from swaying in the water.
That trend continues today, when cruise lines are keeping the look of the larger funnel and personalizing these ship funnels to match their brands. Carnival Cruise Line's distinctive red funnel is shaped like a whale tale and can be spied miles away; it has been patented as a brand identifier.
Midship: The middle of the cruise ship. Port: The left side of the cruise ship when facing the bow. Starboard: The right side of the cruise ship when facing the bow. Stern: The extreme back end of the ship.
Over the past 100 years since the RMS Titanic sank in 1912, only 18 cruise ships and some ocean liners have been publicly known to have sunk. And, over the past 50 years, only four cruise ships have sunk while navigating on a cruise.
Dining, cabins and service are the three pillars of the cruise experience, and if they're not done right, the rest doesn't matter. Mike Jirout, Creator, ShipMate App: Everyone loves to eat, but there are many facets to cruising.