Cruise Ship Lifeboat Tour. What Life Saving Equipment Is Inside? How Much Food & Water?

Hey sailors,
Today we are taking a look inside a lifeboat onboard The Valiant Lady cruise ship. We will see how much water and food is inside, along with all the life-saving equipment. The Safety officer will be showing us how to drive the lifeboat if we had to abandon ship in an emergency.
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[@maurice491]

From the bottom of my heart, a huge thank you. I’ve spent 400 days at sea on ships and this was by far the most comforting video you have ever done. I had no idea of the life boats contents or that we could last a week. They should show it on the entertainment system in the rooms. Please thank your officers for allowing you to show this. By far the best public relations video ever! I can’t wait to get back on a virgin ship..

[@SamSitar]

nice that so many people can fit in as well.

[@designdoctor247]

yes THIS short video should be a part of our safety training...Lucy did an amazing JOB. i actually felt comforted too.

[@carloko08]

but how, you're working on a ship and you had no idea what's in a lifeboat? Didn't you take the 4 courses that international navigation REQUIRES for all personnel on a marine vehicle? one of two, or you don't work on a ship or your company is a very low class company, IT IS IMPOSSIBLE TO WORK ON A SHIP WITHOUT HAVING THE 4 COURSES THAT INTERNATIONAL NAVIGATION REQUIRES ITS PERSONNEL, everyone who works on a ship MUST KNOW WHAT IT IS, HOW IT WORKS AND WHAT IS THE CONTENT OF A LIFEBOAT BECAUSE BEFORE GETTING ON A BOAT SHOULD HAVE PARTICIPATED IN AT LEAST 3 SHIPWRECK, FIRE, DISASTER AND FIRST AID EACH ONE, are you lying or your company is not worthless

[@carloko08]

@@designdoctor247 but please, what agency trained you and placed you on a ship without you knowing all these things before getting on a ship?... your agency is super bad, let me tell you

[@designdoctor247]

@@carloko08 no i do not work on a ahip ...i just watch Lucy's vlogs because i enjoy crusing as a passager

[@TravelingStageManager]

I have been crew on multiple lines and gone through all kinds of safety training but NONE have given as much info as this video. Virgin needs to IMMEDIATELY add your video to Safety Training for all of their crew. GREAT JOB!

[@designdoctor247]

totally agree!!! and PAY Lucy for it!!!

[@jimmypusateri3612]

@@designdoctor247 I paid her on the ship! She is a doll!

[@paulf897]

Interesting video, let's hope you don't have to use it! I have done distress flare training at an army base as I go sailing. One thing you didn't seem to have in the flare pack were heavy duty gloves. You should recommend it to your safety guy, put some thick riggers gloves in the canister. The hand held flares burn at 100s if not 1000 degrees and produce a lot of ash, gloves are a must if you want to hang on to them until they burn down. Handling the nylon rope on the sea anchor or other lines would be safer with gloves too. Deploying that in a heavy sea without gloves would be dangerous. Have gloves in the canister and you know where they are and would keep them dry for when needed.

[@grant4151]

I have tried those lifeboat biscuit rations - they flipping well work. Went 2 whole days with no hunger pains. No, this was on dry-land. Now have them in my disaster survivor's kit. Yep, totally agree with other comments. This sort of clip should shown on cruise ships the exact same way as airline show their safety videos. 🙂

[@The_New_Abnormal_World_Order]

I have some too! High calorie, with added vitamins, and they will keep for years. Taste awful though, I wouldn't want to ever be in a situation where that is all there is to eat!!

[@AK-jt9gx]

Where did you buy them? I’d like to try adding some to my emergency supplies but I’m not sure how to tell if I’m purchasing the real thing or just some regular biscuit with clever marketing

[@The_New_Abnormal_World_Order]

@@AK-jt9gx The brand is Seven Oceans.

[@xo_kayde]

Im obsessed with the titanic. Amazing how modern technology has evolved.

[@CarlosCruz-ll5ez]

I didn’t expect the lifeboat to be that big inside and also with all that stored supply, the only thing missing was a restroom!

[@lukilller]

you can go outside :)) and do your needs

[@metanoian965]

@@lukilller yeah thank you. and enjoy the 30 foot waves and wave good riddance to the old fat ladies. More food left for all inside.

[@ispeaklatin5406]

I'm not going outside. Also, how would you? They better have restrooms.

[@marcusjones6098]

There were holes in the top seat. I assumed that was it, but maybe not. I'd probably be thrown overboard for assuming I just shit directly on top of someone.

[@kevingok]

you are not seeing the 200+ people that will be inside the life boat during an emergency. it's going to get crowded and hot fast.

[@barbarawoldridge1700]

Best video ever! I can’t imagine sitting on metal that cramped for an hour, let alone days. I would imagine things would get tense fast. Maybe anti-anxiety drugs should be added!

[@vickipoh6423]

Right? As you get on board everyone gets 1 Dramamine and 1 Xanax. 😁

[@marvindebot3264]

The interior (and the hull for that matter) is fibreglass but yeah, no padding.

[@lauriestrickland1146]

@@vickipoh6423 I agree!

[@PotrovNivanski]

Thanks for the tour. These boats look tiny when viewed on the cruise ship videos, but they are quite big! Very enlightening to see the various systems and way of packing as many people as possible within.

[@petergibbs]

That was very interesting, thank-you. But if there was ever a reason cruise ships are too big now, this is it. 300 people in a lifeboat is just too many. In the past people would still have been packed in like sardines, but all on the same level. The thought of ever being packed into one of those lifeboats is enough to put one off cruising altogether!

[@tampazeke4587]

Yeah. Back in the day YOU wouldn't have gotten onto a lifeboat anyway. Ships didn't have enough lifeboats to accommodate all passengers and crew; only women and children passengers and one crew member per boat. The men and the rest of the crew weren't provided for. With Titanic many of the lifeboats were launched early only partially full because the rich, privileged bitches who got on didn't want to be uncomfortable having too many people on the boat.

[@car_tar3882]

Unless your doing a transatlantic if the ship goes down you’ll be in there like 30 minutes

[@winky32174]

Loved the tour. Where's the bathroom?

[@carlagat1075]

good question 🤔

[@1mezion]

Outside?

[@JJones-gr6hz]

I was wondering the same thing

[@awmperry]

Generally a bucket in the corner, I’m afraid. No room for privacy in a lifeboat… (That said, in a boat that size I suppose they might have something a bit better. Fingers crossed.)

[@metaminder6149]

I was wondering. I imagine it would get a tad stinky in there even with buckets. Hoping that gps works and help comes quickly before .... 🥺🤢🤮😬🤪

[@oldman4501]

Thank you for inside look at the lifeboat. Very informative. Be sure to thank the Valiant Lady crew for helping and allowing this. MUCH Appreciated! Keep up the good work

[@wilo.2216]

I was afraid 😳 to board a cruise ship until I saw this video. Hopefully soon I'll be booking my trip with family. This was very very informative and I'm so grateful for people like you.

[@jimmymiller77]

I never knew these were this advanced. I would feel very safe taking a cruse after watching this. Thanks for posting. Jim

[@davidlylejones]

Great video as ever, Lucy! This one was particularly interesting and informative!

[@scottlewisparsons9551]

Thank you Lucy for another very interesting and informative video. I thoroughly enjoyed watching it. It’s good to know the layout and content of a lifeboat.

[@digitalcynic]

This has to be the most educational video I've ever seen about cruising. Keep up the great work. My wife and I appreciate it and we can't wait to sale again on Virgin!!

[@BeantownMrs]

This is probably my favorite video of yours yet! I've been on about 10 cruises and I've always been curious as to what's inside the lifeboats!

[@johnathanmcfadden8978]

Awesome! I always wondered what the inside looked like without having to actually never hopefully need them.

[@danieldzurko8053]

Thank you for the tour! I have seen these on the ships I've been on but never got a glance inside.

[@jasonhensley2452]

You're coverage of Virgin Crusises had been quite flattering. We are glad that you are enjoying your experience her. The satisfaction of your crew is just as important as the satisfaction of the guest.

[@elnoy57]

Thank you so much for sharing this video!!! I've been to so many cruises (as a passenger) and always wondered what the inside of a lifesaving boat looks like and what the content is. Seeing your video really gives me peace of mind knowing we actually have a chance should something goes wrong. Thank you again and great job!!!

[@handsoffmycactus2958]

Life saving boat ? It’s called a lifeboat you 🤡

[@piart1613]

Thanks for sharing your video on the cruise ship's lifeboat, Lucy. It was pretty educational. Cheers!

[@jeneclark7724]

Those lifeboats are well thought out and designed in a neat way to fit as many people as possible

[@lorijenkins7918]

Loved this video. I have always wondered about the lifeboats. Thanks for showing us.

[@lindseysharon259]

I was just watching a cruise video last night, where they talked about how many people fit in the life boats, and thinking “I wonder what those look like inside.” Talk about timing!

[@davidlockwood9192]

Great vid! Thanks to Declan and the deck team too. Takes me back to doing my ‘lifeboat ticket’ as part of my initial STCW95 about 20 years ago! (Not much has changed!)

[@benshaffer3269]

what has changed?

[@jerryholder2601]

This is one of the better cruise videos I've seen, always wondered how they fit everyone in those and what it looked like.

[@drRusly]

Very informative video... I believe you are the first one who posted it. Loved it.

[@jeebugorn]

this was a great video! ive seen the life boats on the ships in cruise ship walkthrough videos and i always wondered what the inside looked like and how they managed to fit so many people inside them. well...now i know, i would not want to be on the bottom rows of the lifeboat!

[@JohnCalp]

Outstanding overview of what’s in a lifeboat.

[@wulffdendad8957]

Very informative Video . It’s good to know what to expect in an emergency. A real public service. Excellent work .

[@krmarr]

Thank you! this was very informative. While I hope I never have to use a lifeboat it is both interesting and reassuring to see all the items that are included.

[@multipolarworldtoday]

Now, this is a video I really wanted to see, but never want to experience on a cruise. A thankful sailor. Cheers

[@PottersVideos2]

Especially if you end up with someone's crotch right in front of you!

[@nancyporvaznik3847]

Thank you! I was able to walk by the lifeboats and see inside them while on the Allure of the Seas as a passenger a few weeks ago. I couldn’t envision how it could fit the amount of passengers listed on the side. I also didn’t realize that it came with supplies or has a motor.

[@CromTO]

This was INCREDIBLY informative - thank you so much!

[@johnmacdonald1878]

Nice job, Good lad for helping you make this. You presentation was nice and light enough to stay interesting.

[@travelTV38]

Very interesting, Lucy! As always! Thanks a lot for this video 🙏

[@evinchester7820]

WOW! Cool! My father was a Merchant Marine. Back in the day, the life boats were not covered. And they had oars. Now a days, they are covered and a lot nicer. Well, as nice as they can be when your ship is going down. COOL VIDEO!

[@philiprice7875]

oars heavy AF our class was down to 8 took 12 to row took 16 to row against the thames tide to take instrutors to riverside pub we was wiped out

[@sam-co2zm]

Thank you for the tour! Love the information!!

[@teagenthetiefling5296]

The way things have evolved in just 100 years is crazy

[@mrstoives2444]

Fascinating. Great to know they’re there but I wouldn’t want to have to use one.

[@LeoRousseau]

Great video! Thanks for sharing this with us! Never been in a lifeboat until now! ♥️🇺🇦🇺🇸

[@winklepicking3202]

Great video Lucy! Always been interested how they fit so many people in the lifeboats

[@robertstrauss5117]

After 41 cruises I never knew this stuff. Fascinating!

[@tombola83]

very informative lucy keep up the good work would you be able to do a tour or interview of the hospitial or nurses on board or about the engine room or where the lower the anchor or ropes when the dock

[@shavedwookie699]

I remember doing drills in a smaller version of these (150 pax). At full capacity it was quite uncomfortable. I do remember thinking that passengers are a bit bigger than crew as well. Thankfully never needed to get in for real.

[@travelwithdebandnick]

wow, this is one of the most interesting cruise information videos I have ever watched :) thanks for doing this video :)

[@billearl325]

Thank you posting this video. We cruise a lot and this is information I have always wondered about.

[@Dogsnark]

Fascinating! These lifeboats are small “ships” themselves. We’ve come a ways from the wooden, oar propelled, lifeboats of old, but I had no idea just how far we’ve come. But one thing missing is, how do we “go to the bathroom”?!

[@karengreenlee4356]

I wondered that also. Going to get pretty smelly on the boat.

[@bridgetstoli2347]

That big plastic jug she opened?

[@EperogiLimousine]

Either go outside to pee, or just wait, you’re likely gonna be found within hours at sea, not days floating.

[@kalleklp7291]

There are two buckets inside it meant for getting water out of the vessel. However, they can...you get the idea. ;)

[@pdxlasher]

Until I watched this video, I thought lifeboats were like the ones on the TItanic but painted yellow.

[@danl7497]

At around 6:30, here we have 2 axes..? With no further explanation. LOL. I find the way you said it hilarious for some reason.

[@wally626v_m7]

Axes could be used to clear debris from the lifeboat to help get away from a sinking ship. They also would be useful if the boat landed on a deserted island. good for cutting firewood making shelters etc. Most cruises are close enough to land and other boats that the expected time in the boat is short, but there are longer cruises in much less populated areas. I expect the list of supplies also applies to lifeboats for cargo ships, which might have longer expected rescue times.

[@TheKurtsPlaceChannel]

Very nicely put together video and very entertaining as well. Thanks for posting this.

[@designdoctor247]

eeeekkkk this is exciting. i have ALWAYS wondered about this. thank u!!!

[@hirisquvidson7625]

Im curious about things like insulin, heart medications, ssris, female hygiene etc. I would imagine those would be pretty important for survivors to keep the situation under control.

[@lilys7431]

I grew up in a landlocked area, was terrified before my 1st cruise. Still intimidating to me every time, this was so helpful. Thank you.

[@navydad8916]

Expect your worst nightmare at sea !

[@videogamin390]

@@navydad8916 Expect to have no friends! (If you meant that in a bad way, if you didnt than mb)

[@navydad8916]

@@videogamin390 I expect you are simple minded with a comment like that ,get a grip!

[@navydad8916]

@@videogamin390 explain yourself !

[@videogamin390]

@@navydad8916 You said that in a way that sounds like your attempting to make them think the ocean is always gonna be bad.

[@joannecohen4344]

Thank you for this video, Lucy. It was very interesting and informative. Thank you to Virgin for allowing you to video this.

[@FreeThinking999]

This is a wonderful presentation. GREAT JOB!

[@athena8660]

That is so fascinating! Those are so much bigger and more equipped than I thought. Good to know, though of course I hope they aren't called upon.

[@icelandviking1961]

It’s like the Tartis.

[@dolfingirl2000]

Great video! Where do people go to the bathroom? LOL just something silly that popped into my head. 😉

[@mynameisworld]

Just hope you're not the one with the crotch in your face when they need to go!

[@Anolaana]

I saw another video by Casual Navigation listing these items, but it was very nice to see those items in the real world!

[@fahadkhan3845]

Such a nice video. Keep up the good work!

[@acefox1]

That was fascinating. I had no idea the seating was setup like that in 3 tiers. Thank you!

[@ramblingrob4693]

I wouldn't want to be the bottom

[@gardensofthegods]

I don't understand those seats ....they look incredibly uncomfortable ... if you're going to be in them for several days one would assume that you might sleep but how in the world would one sleep unless they're sitting on the floor ?

[@aquagamer1212]

@@gardensofthegodsIt’s not about comfort, it’s about safety.

[@FriedChairs]

@@aquagamer1212 Also, they want to reduce the number of lifeboats they have to maintain so they try to load them up as much as possible. I have noticed on newer larger ships they are trending towards larger lifeboats but fewer of them. Probably cheaper to purchase and maintain.

[@Peacenik45]

That diagram at the end only showed two tiers, excluding the cockpit. I don't think she's right about the middle tier.

[@celestevalliere462]

Love this video. I hope to never have to use an emergency lifeboat for anything more than tendering but if I do I really hope that I do not have to sit on the bottom row after hearing your description of what I may “face” ;)

[@markbajek2541]

I'm guessing the less mobile folks would be along the bottom rows

[@erin6692]

I had no idea they had made all these strides with lifeboats. That’s amazing!

[@koepselistic]

Good job on this video. I have always wondered about this.

[@AnthonyHigham6414001080]

I'd have thought sanitation issues for 200 plus people would be a pretty important issue. Why no mention of it?

[@john8451]

Over the side? 😮

[@johnclark1469]

Thanks! Very interesting. I was imagining deploying this w panicked people in rough seas/whether maybe escaping a fire on board, and getting that many people seated in such an organized pattern; bouncing up and down on waves, banging against the hull, pulling the release at the right time and hope nothing binds as the ship sinks😮. Worst case yes, but hope crew is well trained for that situation. Airline crew w fewer passengers practice evacuation extensively so I wonder how ship crew do.

[@Tunechi65]

Folks won't act right. Tough to have people sit right

[@erinsummerfield236]

that was so good! loved this video

[@lindabradford9591]

Wow these things are pretty handy. Interesting video. Thanks Lucy

[@Liggie55821]

I've always wondered what those lifeboats looked like inside. My only cruise decades ago was on a liner, and IIRC it used rafts.

[@designdoctor247]

i also assumed they were some type of raft ...IMO it was comforting to see how sturdy they looked

[@swizzler]

The electrostatic release indicator was added because panicing designated pilots were accidentally releasing the life rafts from the ship, while still midair (which is not good.) Then the thing they pointed out after was a pin and hook in addition to the electrostatic release because there were cases where the electrostatic release would accidentally retain water and remain releasable even above water, or in other cases the emergency override glass would fall off the release, and people would press it not knowing it was an emergency override , once again releasing the life boat midair. It's a case of a safety measure (the release lever) needing to add like 5 other safety measures to make it foolproof.

[@MiguelMathewson]

For get the life raft that view is amazing.

[@christo-chaney]

Very informative! Hopefully it’s never needed but thankful to have all that in case there ever is a need.

[@captainjohn49]

Lucy, Thank You! I love your videos! :) You are so happy, I can't help but smile! And, a tour of the lifeboat is great. Thanks for this! If I knew Sir Richard personally, I'd send him this video and ask 'em to run it on the all of his ships' internal TV system, so that all the "sailors" AND crew could see it! Just awesome! (In fact, I just may send a link off to Virgin myself, if you'd like?) {BTW, with 2023 being the 50th anniversary of his founding of Virgin Records / release of their first album, rumor has it that "Virgin" might be cooking up some special events / special promotions for next year, from Virgin Air, to Virgin Voyages, to Virgin Galactic...so, you never know....if you know someone, who knows someone, who knows someone, etc., maybe send 'em this video and links to your channel, and you could end up being the voice and face of the modern 21st Century Cruise Line, Virgin Voyages, with the famous tag line "Hey sailors, welcome back". :) } Lucy, continue to travel, have fun, and make wonderful videos....and enjoy life! :) No need to change anything! But if you do desire changes, in the future if you ever wish to "branch out" into other jobs, from what I can see here (it's edited, we know) your GENUINE friendly personality could be a big plus in "promotions" and "PR"! (where unfortunately many in those fields are rather "fake") And, your passionate love of travel / adventure could be a wonderful motivator if you ever wish to pursue being a ship's officer / bridge officer....just some food for thought, to chew on while dreaming. :) It's weird that I was looking for an old fellow sailor's videos (yacht / sailboat sailor, not Cruise Ship "sailor"), and came across yours. And, now I've watched more than a dozen of your videos! How wonderful. Since, I sail my own sailboat (across oceans and thru the islands, etc.), and run my own electronics business, there is little chance that I'd ever take a "cruise" as a passenger, let alone work on-board a cruise ship. kzbin.info/aero/PLnN6ygtZ3h2nbwAGh5DKgTCj15iyl6qoY kzbin.infoplaylists kzbin.info/aero/PLnN6ygtZ3h2naJDoHElLlF4WJm0sQUhDs kzbin.infovideos But, I found myself loving your videos! (And, kudos to you for knowing about "Dazzle Camouflage", you're one of the few people I've ever seen that knows what that is! Awesome!) I'm sure your videos are a lot of work to put together, and I suspect what you painstakingly edit-out leaves us with the wonderful results. But, don't be afraid to let us see some more of the "raw footage", too. :) I too, love to travel (obviously), love dance, love history, nature, the ocean, etc. As well as I love people, I especially appreciate the wide variety of people/cultures/ideas that make up this wondrous world, I get the feeling you do as well, so fair winds and following seas to a fellow lover of life! You know Lucy, in my almost dozen years on KZbin, I only "subscribed" to one channel (of one of my good friends and fellow sailors), but I'm now subscribing to your channel, too! :) You always ask for suggestions for future videos, so here are just a few of my humble ideas. (even if some might not be your channel's focus, you never know): a) More "life lessons learned"-type videos. b) Behind-the-scenes of your recording and editing, including some tech info on your camera set-up, software, etc., even some more raw footage. c) Some details of the "Marine" crew side, a tour of the bridge, radio/comms areas, views (or just mention of) passing smaller vessels (like sailboats). d) Of course an interview with the radio officer would be great, but these days many ships don't have a chief radio officer, but rather a chief IT officer / chief electrical engineer, so if you don't have a radio officer, anyone of these or bridge officers, will do. :) Lucy, please continue to travel, explore, have fun, learn, teach, and enjoy life! And, get in-touch if you desire. All my best! John MacDougall ka4wja

[@jakepatchogue9478]

More of Declan please ❤

[@isabellateixeira9623]

Just amazing! Thank you Lucy

[@stephanie-jaynegrindley692]

What a fascinating video Lucy. Thank you.

[@williamyeager7496]

One of the most comprehensive life boat tours I've seen so far good job Lucy and Declan. I also wonder were the loo is?

[@philiprice7875]

big hole at side stick ass out get a free bidet

[@hollyrasmussen875]

Where is the bathroom?

[@BrainboxccGames]

Open the door and feed the fishes some sausages? :)

[@dianpeck6786]

Just like at home pack a small backpack, w/ meds, eye drops, baby wipes, change clothing, a foil blanket, a child toy, slipper socks! It's better to be prepared!

[@jessicaregina1956]

Right outside! Sucks if your a woman however! 🤣

[@juliusboggus9103]

Great video!! Always wanted to know what the inside of the lifeboats were like.

[@louisschmidt2129]

Where bathroom

[@jconwheels]

Wow, that was a great video, very important to know, what to do, in an emergency situation, great job, keep up the great work 💯

[@CruisingAsCrew]

Thank you!

[@williamralph5442]

Great video. Passengers will go crazy after a period of days..thanks

[@alrom3760]

Very interesting and informative, however, you could have explained sleeping arrangements and bathrooms if one had to spend 3-6 days on this thing. Pray we never do.

[@sharonbessert5406]

Just curious….What would the bathroom situation be like?

[@johnn3542]

I like that the fishing kit is just for entertainment. Even without food you would be found found before it was a problem.

[@paulgiannetti9352]

Excellent no one has ever shown what you did thanks

[@Daniel-kk5lx]

Thank you so much for this awesome tour! It was one of the most informative cruise videos I've ever come across. I've always been curious about what was inside of the lift boats, and you've definitely satisfied that curiosity for me. Past that, it's incredibly comforting to know that the life boats are so well equipped to receive and respond to passengers and their needs in an emergency while at sea. Thank you again!

[@cdarrigo]

Days of K-rations and crotch staring. Excellent. Where does one relieve oneself aboard the lifeboat?

[@brianmoffett7785]

Best video yet!

[@brianwhitis9390]

Very interesting video, Lucy, great job!

[@CoopyKat]

What about a bathroom? There must be something like this on these lifeboats. This was a cool video, I had no idea modern lifeboats were like this. This is far more sophisticated than the old lifeboats, which just plopped everyone in the open air!

[@littlegamer00]

Well you see, there's always a hatch and some 120 viewers.

[@PottersVideos2]

I'd rather that then in front of someone's crotch!

[@boboneill9233]

Great video! Curious, how much fuel does the boat hold?

[@williamoruma3035]

Am William from Kenya and am learning a lot from your videos continue educating us Lucie, I request that you do one video on life raft

[@Thelittlethingsoflife]

Great tour. I wondered though what if persons in the lifeboat have to relieve themselves? I know with the ration amounts they wouldn't likely have as much waste to eliminate but what do they do?

[@anthonypelekakis845]

Very informative, (But what about the bathroom?? I know what you might say, but just asking.) Thank You it was a great video.

[@danieljames4405]

Very informative tour beautiful thank you much!

[@holyngrace7806]

Although I doubt I'll ever need to know, I'm jolly glad TO know! Very interesting and potentially useful. Many thanks!

[@debbiefruh7642]

Fascinating. Thank you! One question, what is the plan of you need to relieve yourself?

[@brianokeefe7781]

on another site about lifeboats they mentioned ONE toytoy ....... as if you could move around the packed boat to get to it !!!!!

[@mgregg1967]

Super interesting. I didn't even know they had engines. How far is the range? Or are they just for short maneuvers?

[@zestyzirlonia6665]

I'm going on a cruise next year. Just checking out the lifeboats and such...you know, the important stuff ☝🏻

[@rfmonii]

An excellent video; one of your bests. I heard these lifeboats can handle a couple of hundred passengers, and to be honest from the outside I couldn't tell how that was possible. But then you showed the seating arrangements, and while it's certainly not ideal (between other passenger's legs, sitting in front of someone's crotch), it definitely beats going down with the ship, every single time. Very well done!

[@PottersVideos2]

A lady I met said that some men wouldn't mind having a ladies crotch in their face! :D

[@johnmacdonald1878]

The No of persons is printed on the outside. To get everyone on you pack it like a sardine can.

[@PottersVideos2]

@@johnmacdonald1878 Correct. It does make me wonder why they don't just provide more lifeboats with two levels instead but I guess it would cost more.

[@ChrisCooper312]

@@PottersVideos2 They do provide more lifeboats, but the regulations require capacity based on only half the lifeboats (those on one side only) being usable. As long as all lifeboats could be launched, they would be at roughly half capacity. The idea is that 7 days at full capacity is survivable. Not comfortable or pleasant, survivable. In most circumstances though, the lifeboats would be well under maximum capacity (a lot of the time ships aren't even at their maximum capacity) and would only be used for a few hours at most before other rescue ships arrived. Yes, cost does come into it though. You could double the number of boats so that even if only half could be used, there would be twice as much room for everyone, but you're talking about a lot of cost for an incredibly rare event.

[@barjamlin7962]

OMG! You missed out the most important thing-where’s the loo?