We sailed 7 nights on a Cruise with the WORST Cruise Neighbors!

[@JJCruise]

Note: We did ask for upgrade options once we sailed away, but prior to any knowledge of our neighbors behavior. Unfortunately, the ship was sold out and guest services said there were no rooms available to change to. Who knows if one would have magically appeared if we would have gone back with valid complaints of our neighbors, but our fear was that we would be stuck in our same room with escalating neighbors due to the sold out ship. Hope this helps answer that question!

[@tduck828]

Totally understandable!! Seems like all of them are sold out! I'm shocked it was connecting as most of those get sold out fast.

[@CL-mp4vn]

Liars, Liars got your pants on 🔥 😅😂. So, only you guys noticed their loud TV, bad language, their political talk ??? So, there is no other neighbors on the other side ??? Nobody else on fully book ship 😅😂🤣. They _"never left the room"_ So, why did they go on cruise for just locking themselves in the inside cabin???!!! Who knows, it were you, who got annoyed Liars Liars, got your pants on 🔥 😅😂🤣

[@tduck828]

If you think that they are lying, why do watch and comment?? Nobody forcing you to do that.

[@alexishubbard8410]

E and

[@mmcmiddlechild]

There are ALWAYS extra rooms on a ship. I know a couple who went on a cruise, got hammered drunk, got abusive to each other.. they had their drinks package cancelled and she got moved to an undisclosed new cabin. There are ALWAYS options available. BTW I don't think they stayed in their cabin all day, they may have left the TV on T max volume while they were out. You should definitely have told services, but also mentioned that you feared retribution.

[@jayward8237]

The minute you started describing the scene I knew exactly what you were talking about. I definitely would have spoken with guest services & requested to be moved for safety.

[@rosey312]

He should also notify the cruise line and call the FBI, give the cabin number and date of the person threatening political violence. They do take it seriously.

[@FrankGurrieri]

I agree with this comment@@rosey312

[@FrielFamilyFootball]

Me too!

[@scottrobimson1644]

They're in a cult. It's so sad. Everyone knows who you are talking about.

[@keltaruusutravels4024]

​@@scottrobimson1644Both sides are becoming violent cults. No one gets to pretend to be innocent. Law and order plus fair elections are the only cure. Violence should not be tolerated.

[@deec411]

The Great Jack Lemon said "class is knowing how to treat people" Enough said. So sorry you experienced this. 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻

[@dlgregory35]

Did they experience this?

[@WhitneyAbrina]

It sounds like they were purpously trying to disturb you. These kind of people are sick and scary.

[@JJCruise]

We wondered this too to be honest with you. 😔

[@susanpitre1185]

Our neighborhood was worse. Their grandson was watching porno flicks with sound on their balcony. We were on a Disney cruise with grandchildren. After complaining about 10 times finally the Captain put an end to this ridiculous behavior.

[@georgedixon9863]

wow that's horrific

[@margaretmortensen6695]

Wow

[@rosey312]

OMG, just listened to another cruise blogger talking about this same line and the arrest of two crew members for kiddie stuff just a couple of minutes ago! After the very recent case of a different line who had a worker arrested and admitting to abusing passenger children on board, one as young as 6, there is No way that a this should have been ok even on an adults only line! This is a way to make Cruising un family friendly!

[@donnaschuepbach3830]

You reported the behavior. Sounds like J J cruises did not complain to the proper authorities....or strong enough.

[@MiaHessMusic]

Whatever happened to using headphones???? Guess not.....

[@Mhutch1123]

I would call security, let them know you felt unsafe and request to be moved. We have had an issue of threatening while on a Royal ship and we let it go but next time we will go to security, we all deserve to feel safe at all times. We have met you two, your not loud people ❤️

[@dlgregory35]

They did nothing so did this actually happen did not record the noise and take it to customer relations. They say they are travel agents any trace agent travelling as a passengers would never have out up with this assuming it happened. There are always two sides to every story.

[@Mhutch1123]

@@dlgregory35 I totally believe this story! Have you met them? I have as many other cruisers have also. These are two very nice respectful gentlemen and yes they are travel agents

[@dlgregory35]

So you personally know them? Do you honestly believe that they would put up with loud noisy disturbing neighbours in the next cabin without complaining? We have their story no other side to the story and I am darned sure I would not put up with what they say they have put up with. Nothing has been given to back up this story and this is the same with many bloggers on here they tell you a story without any backup evidence obviously to get income from people through adverts.

[@Mhutch1123]

@@dlgregory35 please stop commenting on my post, your comments are not welcome.

[@dlgregory35]

@@Mhutch1123 Tjen you are an idiot they have done nothing to back up this story I will apologise if they give some credibility to their story bit at this time they have given no credibility to this report and why not as it is simple to report to a cruise line. easy to report people without any kind of backup to Does this not make you think something may not be correct? Use your brain and stop accepting everything you are told online here as being the truth and nothing but the truth.

[@deec411]

Yes I think you should have called Guest Services and I hope you report it to the cruise line, they will probably give you some kind of accommodation on your next cruise.

[@jodybranum4015]

We had to call Guest Services twice, late at night cuz our neighbors TV was blaring Both cabins were Suites

[@breadyegg]

I think they should have gone around and talked to them. Said "Look. Obviously, the door is paper thin. We are keeping it down as much as possible out of respect for you, however, we sometimes need to have a quiet space to make phone calls." But once they started being jerks, they don't deserve your respect. I wouldn't go out of your way to be noisy, but don't be bothered about making noise yourselves.

[@andrettagordon6282]

People are so rude more lately than ever. I believe if you did 9 times out of 10 cruise line would not do anything like next door smoking weed and they did nothing. You could not enjoy your balcony 😢

[@tonyintrevado8960]

For sure! Blame cruise lines for focusing on money and not safety and enjoyment of their guests.

[@CyclingRobinToronto]

Working in HR, I would have been down to guest services with the first incident asking to be placed elsewhere for safety concerns. Not sure where you departed from but I have utilized the Passenger Vessel Act before and ended a cruise early (the cruise departed from LA and I left the ship in PV, Mexico). Please consider this: those people have likely exhibited rude behaviour before. If they had previously cruised with RCL the cruise line might already have a file on them from past reports, needing just one more to take action. If others in your situation took the same approach to wait it out and not inform guest services, then with these individuals, there would be no documentation on file about past incidents and these two would feel empowered to continue with the same type of behaviour on future cruises (if they take another and with the same cruise line). Because you stated they they rarely left the room you could have had guest services discretely send a security agent to your room to be witness to the activity and then they could have taken action, even it it was to find you another inside cabin. There are a lot of other factors that I would not know as I was not there, but connecting door or not, you both deserved to enjoy your cruise without having to walk on eggshells each time you were in your room. There would be no way that I would do seven days with that next to me; I would ask that a bed be made up in a life boat first or I would be invoking that Act again, even though it would be at a cost to me.

[@tduck828]

Unfortunately RC cruises are sailing fully booked and have nowhere to move you to.

[@cheriedoughan5583]

In a sane world that advice is fine and dandy but it’s not a sane world. With the type of relationship that JJ have and those people sounding like people that might be prejudice tricky situation. Especially if the ship was full. Some how I would have reported them though.

[@CL-mp4vn]

If the people he talked about had that bad behavior, the other side neighbors would have known and made complaints, too. Funny thing is only them experience that. So, he's lying.

[@tduck828]

​@CL-mp4vn how do you know the neighbors next to them didn't complain? Although if rooms aren't connecting on other side they may not have heard the couple talking so clearly either.

[@dddcell]

@@CL-mp4vn Please leave this channel.

[@lindaquackenbush3879]

I'm glad to hear that you both made it safely through the cruise. I would think that they should have/be reported to the cruise line for a couple of reasons. Firstly, It is not Okay to be that disrespectful to others around them. Secondly, If they do this and no one reports the behavior, they are in the mindset of "If I make it known I am violent, I will always get my way". Third and lastly, With the sound of what responses you were getting through the walls, you actually put yourself in the way of harm by not reporting it immediately and being placed in a safer location. Keep doing what you are doing, I love your reports on cruising!

[@bethanym723]

I’m sorry you had to deal with that. I definitely would not want that guy as my neighbor either.

[@JJCruise]

Thanks! We hope to never have this happen again (and since it’s 1/71 cruises, we’ll take our chances 😅)

[@joyadefoor2095]

Depending on the nature of the proposed violence, you might consider notifying law enforcement officials, i.e. FBI.

[@JJCruise]

We thought on this as well, but we don’t know their names or personal info. We didn’t even get a good look at them (or want to) given the issues through the wall. We seriously hope it’s all talk, but know that’s how it always starts. 😔

[@dollyc4314]

@@JJCruise All you would need to do is give them your cabin number if you decide to speak to authorities. They could get the info from the cruise lines.

[@timduggan1461]

Guest Services????

[@yhz2pvd]

Why there is evidence that this country could be headed towards another Civil War, it’s one of the biggest reason there are so many gun grabs, pushes for new laws to strip ownership of certain guns away from LAW ABIDING citizens. Look the criminal element is going to get them no matter what. Remember the wording of the 2nd amendment, to protect for both foreign AND DOMESTIC attack.

[@2cute1230]

Just because it's a guarantee cabin, doesn't mean you have to accept it. I've had some, noisy, went to guest services and I was moved immediately.

[@howudoin135]

I'm so sorry that you guys had this experience! As sweet and kind as the two of you are, you are the last people that would deserve this!

[@texasboy5117]

We did a two-week cruise on Seabourne, the people next door were on the phone talking loudly to family members for up to two hours a day. They talked from the balcony to the suite at the same volume. So even on luxury lines it's the same. You get the same people no matter what you pay.

[@heather1356]

I think you did the right thing by being the bigger people and ignoring them. Unless you could change your cabin, it would only make things a lot worse if you called guest services. People like that feed off your reactions

[@lorettachapman4244]

We were on Harmony of the seas, the room we booked was a balcony. When I booked it, it was not a connecting room. But when we got to our room it WAS a connecting room. Not marked to the map as one. We had 2 older ladies next door, maybe hard of hearing… we could hear every conversation they had. Luckily they were in bed early. I would never book a connecting room.

[@gregvideo07]

Connecting doors are a complete nightmare. Wish Cruise ships wouldn't have them. The few families they benefit must be far outweighed by the many who have to put up with feeling you are almost in the same cabin as those next door. The main reason I never choose a guarantee cabin.

[@diaryofagrievernamedjohnwe1433]

Security and guest relations needed to be alerted during these situations day one.

[@LadyDee150]

So sorry you had that awful experience!☹ You guys are so warm and pleasant, I know you don't deserve that kind of neighbor on cruise ship or anywhere else. Good that you guys said nothing because your neighbors sound combative and you don't need those negatives in your lives, Hope you never have to deal with that sort of behavior in the future💕💕💕

[@barbaralazier8352]

Oh I hear you. This happened to me on my Panama Cruise. My neighbours had major yelling fights both in their room and on the balcony. Alcohol was partly to blame. Why people think that they are so entitled to disturb others is beyond me 😢 my cabin was also a connecting cabin.

[@johnngai4561]

I certainly feel sorry you had to endure such conditions. You do understand and know as travel agents, the risks of booking a guaranteed room; you get the leftovers, the undesirable rooms, or a room that was left after the prior booking was upgraded

[@jfcunningham66]

we had loud cabin neighbors once and we let them know we could hear every word they say. It didn't change anything so we kindly asked to be moved. They did move us to another cabin because we were nice about it. Enjoyed the rest of our cruise

[@leenoble796]

No one should have been subjected to that kind of harrassment And I applaud you for your action or lack of. Don't know if I would have been so kind.

[@tammyneal9762]

So sorry you had to deal with that! I think you handled this story and yourselves very respectfully. I disagree with the people that say you are pushing a political agenda or a side. Many don’t like it when a mirror is held up to people that feel they can say or do anything. It is YOUR experience and you don’t have to tip toe around how uncomfortable they made you feel. I am right there with you! Love you guys and your channel! Keep up the great work!

[@Janet-w2m]

I think reporting them may have put you in danger if they found out you had done so. Unfortunately, there are Axx holes out there. Can you still report them to the cruise line now that you are off the ship? Stay safe!!

[@JJCruise]

That’s a great question! We never thought of that as an option.

[@davidhurwitz2291]

Great idea to report these “people” after the cruise. RCCL should ban them and they should be put on a watch list by the FBI - in case another January 6 type incident occurs.

[@kathya22]

They were probably at Jan 6. Who knows, the FBI could already be looking for them. @@davidhurwitz2291

[@kathya22]

@@davidhurwitz2291 They were probably at Jan 6. Who knows, the FBI could already be looking for them.

[@404goldie7]

I have a guarantee inside cabin on this ship next year. I've read that people have taped around the opening of the connecting door. Might not do much but at least it's something. There is tape for this purpose on Amazon. Thank you for sharing the noise issue.

[@georgiamiller6383]

Jared, you and Jordan are the sweetest guys on you tube. I find your reviews and tours to be very informative and entertaining. For that very reason, I never book a connecting cabin. I did it once. Lesson learned. The guests in the cabin next door had knock-down loud fights AT NIGHT, and they smoked in the cabin and on the balcony. I called guest services about the smoking, and I think they were moved. You may have made the right call to not get guest services involved, as they seemed to be very vocal politically. Now you have lessons learned. Keep up the great videos and I’ll keep giving you thumbs up. I am one of your many loyal subscribers. Love you guys! 😊

[@danielhand8676]

For future reference I would document everything. And as soon as you felt unsafe or threatened, report it to Guest Services. They may not be able to do anything, but at least you have it on record should something happen.

[@lindax911]

@11:00 So your neighbors supported the Peace and Freedom party? Also, who *always* stays in the stateroom? We get an inside cabin specifically _because_ we're never in it.

[@fabulousfreddyisready]

Sounds like the guy making the video was sat in the cabin all day listening in on his neighbors.

[@debrathomson252]

@@fabulousfreddyisready Believe they said they were working from their cabin which is why they were in it.

[@fabulousfreddyisready]

@@debrathomson252Lol!!

[@neek616]

Wow, the two of you have had some out there cruise experiences, but I don’t know about this one. After 2020 some people seem so unhinged. It’s hard to say what would keep us safer. Saying again sorry this happened to you.

[@MAGAfreedomis1]

If people haven't seen the light by now, the crash that's coming WILL make 08-12 look great, the millions of military age Illegal males entering Our Country, flipping off the cameras, telling the reporters, you'll know our names soon enough, or the women and children who have been raped, murdered trying to come to America, seeing police get beat up, knocked out by illegals then the POS get let out within hours with tax paid, bus, air flights to California, etc.................... It is disturbing to say the least, maybe the fools will open their eyes but then they're so brain washed they'll blame T when everything collapses, LMFAO. I tell all my friends and family to turn off Fox News and worst is MSNDC and Cnn. They ARE lying to The People, tune in to Real America's Voice, go on Citizen Free Press, Revolver, Breitbart etc... and WAKE UP QUICK! Stop letting THEIR eyes and ears lie to THEM!

[@midwestkatie4]

If you were unhappy with your cabin, and we have been told that cruise was only 2/3 full, could you have asked guest services for a different cabin?

[@trishkeller8228]

Unless the cruise line can move you, reporting them for playing their TV loud will just escalate it

[@travelingon7458]

The problem with the room was that it had a connecting door. Whenever we have one, you can hear the other cabin.

[@katk2256]

It’s so sad that something that should be so enjoyable turned out to be a nightmare.

[@nicolecorsillo]

Oh my gosh! I so wish you would’ve reported this!!!! This person could very well be telling the truth! Please call and report it. They can find out who it is. We were in a connecting cabin one time and it was horrible. It was a suite next door and all they did was fight! They had 2 kids and I felt bad for them. Everyone was miserable and we heard all about it. It got so bad one day that we reported it and security came to our cabin so they could listen. Then they knocked on their door and they didn’t answer it and security just left! 🙄

[@travelingtrishthiel]

I'm so sorry this happened to you. You're two great guys who are kind, considerate, and sweet. I learned we can never control others, only our reactions to them. Unless you had recorded what happened and was being said, it was your word against theirs, with no proof. That could have made your situation much worse! Going forward, I suggest utilizing your video recording, should something like this happen again. Unless the ship is sold out, maybe guest service can move you to a new cabin. It's worth asking. Cruise ship passengers are a cross-section of society. Some good, some bad, regardless of political, social, economic leanings. When you're on vacation you deserve better than that experience. As always, great content!

[@susanfleming978]

You did a very considerate thing. Although you were on a cruise, you still had a job to do. I'm so sorry that you had to put up with those neighbors. May your next cruise be filled with happy and joyful times

[@robertb7864]

Security and Guest Services needed to be made aware of them. Especially with the verbal threats.

[@belacohen9226]

There's no reason to have connected rooms like these ones on the ships or hotels. I think we consider our vacations as a valuable and a special event which we plan in advance. We need privacy and a relaxing trip, so with the design and layout like that is very problematic.

[@michaelgutman4910]

They were speaking privately in their room. Not a crime. You did everything right. You have good instincts. Have fun on your next cruise 🙂

[@arleenwallace3550]

I think you did the right thing based on what you were experiencing. It’s really a hard call. You must have been a storyteller in another life because you always keep things interesting and keep my attention. I admire your patience ❤

[@genes3088]

I think, under the circumstances, you did the right thing, but you could have notified the homeland security of their stateroom number after you got home. They would have gotten the names and address of the passengers.

[@carljohnson6434]

I think ya'll did what you could to keep it civil. You never know what people are capable of doing. Love you both! Keep up the great work!

[@johngill1841]

That is always a tough call. If they were legitimately threatening violence you should have contacted guest services on board. The only problem is that would alert these people as to who complained about them and you would not be safe. You should contact the cruise line and let them know exactly what happened and let the cruise line contact the proper authorities.

[@DeniseW618]

On one cruise, we were in a connecting cabin. Our neighbors partied all day and all night in that cabin throughout the cruise. I don’t know when they slept. It was awful.

[@georgettenorth2776]

The first time you realized the walls were paper thin and you could hear everything through them, why didn't you knock on their door and tell them that the walls are so thin that you could hear their conversation and make the construction of the ship be the common enemy. You create a bond and not an enemy. Finish by telling them you will try your best not to disturb them and they probably would have responded the same. You have to use psychology to diffuse confrontation and get a positive result.

[@michellebenjamin6666]

That's my thoughts as well. I probably would have immediately said out loud "so sorrry about my business call - I'll try to keep it down because these walls are so thin we can both hear each other" it would have been pretty hard for them to continue to act that way when you reach out first and are humble. With that said - so sorry you experienced this for an entire week. Love your channel.

[@elaineedwards2530]

NEVER book an adjoining room unless you are travelling with those people. This is my #1 rule when looking for a room. Experience has taught me this a couple of times.

[@Masonk3005]

You did the right thing. Hardly anything guest services could have done. Some people are not worth getting upset over. Being the bigger person was the correct thing to do..

[@stevenhundt-fg6hr]

It sounds like you two might have been part of the problem...I would like to hear the other side of the story

[@l.wallace4252]

That is a difficult position. Was the cruise ship at full occupancy? If not, I might have asked to move considering the neighbors' behavior. Still, they might be able to identify you (because Guest Services would send someone to talk with them), and there could be an uncomfortable confrontation. I can't figure out why they did not leave the room. That is so odd considering the type of cabin it was and the fact they were on a cruise. I am sorry that happened to you all. It is certainly a cautionary tale about connecting cabins!

[@mindyinoregon3927]

In this case, i think you guys did the right thing. If you had talked to guest services and they spoke to those rude people, im just almost positive things would have gotten worse for you two, unless the ship could move you to another room .

[@jtb8155]

I thought my cruise neighbors, were the worst, after travelling on a brand new Carnival ship. The cabin was large and beautiful, but.the 5 cabins above us, all had their balconies opened, so they could use their balconies to party. They were a group of old, swingers, who enjoyed their cigarettes, and pot. They’d start partying about 1:30am, on their balconies, every night. We could hear every word they said, and every lewd act. We heard no noise from the hall, but every word from their balconies. Complaining didn’t help. We are non drinkers and were given 4 bottles of wine.. The smoke was so bad, at all hours, that we couldn’t enjoy our deck. Day three, we made our 2nd complaint, and asked to be moved. We were told the pot smokers, better finish their pot, before returning to the US, and us tea totalers, were given drink vouchers to keep us drunk for the rest of the cruise. The captain brought the vouchers himself, and threatened to kick us off the ship, if we complained again.He said the ship was full, so we couldn’t be moved, to any class of cabin, and that the swingers above us, made a “special” booking, so their balconies would remain open. Day 4 my husband developed pneumonia, and couldn’t leave the room, so the noise and smoke were a big problem. The only thing we took the captain up on, was VIP debarkation. We were first off the ship, and our luggage was in a VIP area, so we could grab it and go. We were so grateful to be off the ship, and haven’t cruised since.

[@BCCarty85]

Ouch - two 6 foot plus guys in an inside cabin sounds cramped just thinking about it.

[@cjselevatedtravel]

I am sorry that this happened to you all as this sounds like a nightmare.. one of the downsides I have heard of about Wonder is the thin walls between some of the room types. Even in a normal situation that would be tough but with these "neighbors" that sounds awful. Vacations are supposed to be relaxing and fun for all involved and this experience detracts from all of it. Happy your friends didn't have to experience something like that as that.

[@georgeb777]

Lots of cruise news stories on YT this week addressing guest discontentment across multiple cruise lines. It seems like cruising these days is like staying in a very small hotel room inside a shopping mall. NO, thank you.

[@Voorhees-Jason]

I think it is because cruise lines is getting more noticed as a vacation idea. Before cruising had this trope about it that it is for old people and such. When in fact it is for all ages. Because of social media and such, it shows it can be for anyone. The downside to that is the demand. So cruiselines are building more ships. they making it more and more affordable because of the different cabin options. The cruiselines are always offer deals like, 50% off of deposits, lower cost deals, have it all deals, etc..... This draws more and more people. Also he was on one of the biggest ships in the world which holds thousands of passengers which means more people a lot more people then an average ship. This is why I cruise on Holland America or Princess because of the higher price which means it filters out some people like described in the video. Does it get rid of them entirely? No. It does at least limit them. This is one reason why I will not go on a straight carnival ship itself. Yes I know Princess and Holland is owned by Carnival but, thank god Carnival still keep them carved out to cater to the cruisers they target. The Carnival ships are generally more affordable and attract a lot of younger party type cruisers for example. This ups the chances of getting cruisers like described in the video. I know people have different budgets and we should all be able to enjoy ourself no matter what your budget you have for what cruise ship. Sad truth when something is less they tend to have less respect for the value it is.

[@terrifromm5085]

You had the cabin from hell. So sorry you both had to deal with this. These neighbors sound very dangerous and unbalanced. I would have reported them and I would have complained about safety issues. I don't book guarantee cabins and this scenario is my nightmare. Thank you for your warning and you guys are true gentlemen.

[@LoreeVanderWerf-si8sn]

We’re very patriotic 🇺🇸 With that said we try not to wear anything controversial. We want everyone to enjoy their vacation including us.

[@chrisappel2322]

I am a very proud American as well. I believe as an American, I have God given rights. If someone has a problem with what I say or wear, it's their problem not mine. Nobody is going to intimidate me into giving up those rights. "Just to make them Feel better".

[@christopherthomas8094]

Does being American give you god given rights as opposed to being French, Mexican or British? Genuinely interested

[@LoreeVanderWerf-si8sn]

@@christopherthomas8094 , that’s an odd question.🤦‍♀️

[@christopherthomas8094]

@@LoreeVanderWerf-si8sn I literally quoted your good self? So as an American do you have different god given rights to the rest of the world?

[@chrisappel2322]

Our rights are based upon the US Constitution and Bill of Rights. The Documents, written by our founders, were based on our freedoms from oppressive governments. They gave all US Citizens the right to be as free as we chose, with the pursuit of happiness, acknowledging our rights are from God and not government. The other countries mentioned are not Democratic Republics. They are socialists and don't believe in personal rights or responsibilities. Socialist policies will always fail and never allow for freedom, as they view government as God.@@christopherthomas8094

[@debiannh]

So sorry you had such fanatical neighbors! Never have understood that kind of behavior. God bless you guys!

[@LONESTARINDIE]

Sorry you guys had that experience. I think you did the right thing in just ignoring them.

[@paulinefeliciano7073]

You guys were the bigger respected neighbors and handled it professionally sorry you had to endure it

[@JaniceCrowell]

Thank you thank you thank you for NOT making us have to listen to those vulgar words!!! It is appreciated more than you can imagine. Not all content creators do that.

[@scottyoung1489]

Noise canceling headphones, never leave for a vacation without them.

[@cynthiagengler]

You and I both know that our safety can be compromised just for being a gay couple and I certainly know that there is nothing non traditional about being gay in our present times. You are a normal couple in a loving relationship. My son is gay and as his mother, I have had people scowl at me because I came to visit him. I just scowled back at those ignorant people. They didn’t know that my boys would have been the best neighbors ever. They would have had get together BBQs and would watch a neighbors dog or keep an eye on their home if they were gone. They would have helped out in any way if a neighbor had an illness or surgery. Boy, did they miss out on some great people.

[@shaunakelloway]

My goodness, that’s terrible. So sorry you experienced this 😞

[@ttwedell]

I agree with report the issue and request a room change. Even if they can't/won't accommodate a move, you will have reported the issue in case it escalates.

[@loismeyer9417]

I am so sad to hear this happened to the both of you. I understand the reticence you had to not report them to Guest Services. It’s easy to tell you now that when you heard the man’s violent response in this instance, it really might have been the prudent thing to do. Basically you were being held “hostage” in your own room and being subjected to “abuse” by them blaring their TV disturbing the enjoyment you could have gotten out of the cruise. I think you both are putting a brave face on when you both share your stories, but no one can understand the real fear you face when you come up against these type of people given you married status. I’m glad you have each other to help each other through these AWFUL scenario’s. It’s admirable that you two decided to take the “higher ground”, but these people were out of control and should have been removed from their cabin and escorted to the gangplank where they could go home where they could no longer make anyone, who paid good money for a cruise, have to look both ways before entering or exiting their own cabin. I hope you can recover from this incident in due course and get back on your next ship knowing that there are still nice people who care for each of you for the fun, loving, and caring people you are!❤

[@newhamsterdesigns]

We had nightmare neighbors in a balcony cabin. We also have cruised 50+ times and did not encounter anything like this in any other cabin types (including inside cabins). Yes, we have had balcony smokers and pot use (makes me very nauseated and I couldn't use our balcony) but we never call about those things. Our last cruise was our nightmare situation. The neighbors were very loud and it seemed like they were in our cabin with us. (not a connecting cabin) They also had very loud sexy time multiple times a day at all hours. 1st of all, good for them for enjoying their cruise, but not appropriate to be so over the top in volume in a public situation. We tried some subtle hints such as talking a little louder so they could hear how thin the walls were. I sent a kind, discreet note under their door just to say that the walls were very thin and we hoped that we weren't disturbing them as I am sure that they noticed we can hear each other very clearly through the wall. That night and the following 4 nights they were louder than ever and had friends in their cabin at 2am and they loudly stated that they were apparently disturbing people with their "enthusiasm". On day 6 of our 7 day cruise my husband finally went to guest services to plead for an intervention or a room change- we were not able to sleep! They told us that unless we called while they were engaged in the noise they couldn't speak to them. He then asked if we could change cabins, even an inside cabin would be fine. They did move us and we had 1 good night. I wish we had done that sooner.

[@seekmycounsel1]

I understand the instinct to get authorities involved but it can also escalate. If you were to say anything, I would do that after the last night and before disembarking. If these people are violent, getting confronted about this might set them off and I would hate for anything to happen to someone who is trying to do the right thing. It’s a tough situation. What an awful thing to have to deal with.

[@jimcollis729]

Unfortunately, this type of behavior has becoming more and more prevalent on cruise ships. The "It's my vacation. I can do what I want." excuse comes out. Ridiculous!

[@septemberclare2697]

Oh Sweetie...I'm so sorry. Sending love and positivity to you.

[@kerrycamillo4382]

You did the absolute best thing the world we live in is crazy and it takes ALOT to be the bigger person good job and sorry for a bad experience

[@JohnandDoreenBeck-oc6ff]

You have the right to safety and privacy in your stateroom. I know that deciding to report an issue like this is a hard decision to make in the moment, but I believe that you should have made a report. It's not "complaining", it's reporting an issue that detracts from your experience and sense of security. Also, I don't think that it's too late to report your experience, in writing, to the cruise line. I'm so sorry that this happened! I'm sure that you've discussed a plan of action should something similar happen again. Best wishes!

[@Jess-xn9xq]

The last cruise I went on, our neighbor was loud , but entertaining. It was like listening to a soap opera. 😂😂

[@DK-co6ou]

You should have definitely called guest services and/or security immediately when the problem started. Every cruise passenger who paid for their cruise should NEVER allow another passenger to spoil their trip just because they’re disrespectful of other passengers. People that think they can do or say whatever they want and whenever they want when it affects other people need to called on it immediately. Don’t ever let bad behaviour go unchecked, especially when it affects you.

[@andariegos9466]

We would record a couple of different instances of the loudness and rude behavior. Then we’d go to guest services so they’d have proof of the disturbances. Even though we have a guaranteed cabin we’re still paying customers. So either speak to the people to be more mindful of their surrounding neighbors or move us. At that point it’s Royal’s duty to handle the situation before it escalates.

[@betterthanthedaybefore8090]

We went on the Celebration last year and had a balcony cabin, but every time I would go out to sit and get some fresh air, there would be the smell of weed. Someone complained because a bank of cabins (including us) got a letter that there was a complaint and so on, but it continued. Almost every day. It made me rethink cruising and getting a balcony.

[@JJCruise]

We’ve had a similar situation except our time, they actually thought it was us and threatened us with a warning (neither of us smoke). We told guest services that neither of us smoke or have any smoking paraphernalia (whether cigarettes, cigars or other) and they were super nice with their apologies saying someone nearby swore it was our cabin. We are glad they take it seriously initially, but sounds like they never caught the person on our ship either. 😌

[@jayward8237]

We also had that happened & it was a strong smell of weed. 4 days into the cruise we saw our smoking neighbor being escorted off the ship by security when we reached port.

[@traveler320ak7]

I have noticed lots of smoking on the balcony’s recently. I’m not getting a balcony for awhile. I’m going to get ocean view instead.

[@jtb8155]

I wish our neighbors had been escorted off the ship. We asked to be moved, and were told we’d be kicked off the ship if we complained again. Yeah Carnival. The offenders were over 70.

[@tonyintrevado8960]

Yes, had similar experience on MSC last fall. Both sides smoking something! Again poor enforcement by cruise lines focusing on $.

[@bew4464]

Had a similar terrible experience many years ago on the Allure of the Seas. Thought we were getting a deal. NOT!! Got a surprise upgrade from an Ocean View to a Balcony. Well it was to a connecting cabin balcony. The girl next door kept complaining on the phone to what sounded like friends, loudly and started slamming her door purposely every time she entered and exited. It got so bad we had to call the front to complain about the door slamming. The front desk did put a stop to it. Will never accept an upgrade before knowing were we are moved and will never book a connecting cabin next to unknown guests.

[@kimberlys2950]

Vacation for me is about zero drama, so I would have done what you both did and stayed out of my stateroom as much as possible and wear my earplugs when I sleep.

[@ladonnabrummitt2570]

If you complain to guest services they send security to their room and say you complained. I cruise solo so the last thing I want is a neighbor to make life hard for me.

[@jasonward808]

Not sure if Guest Services would be in a position, at that point in the journey, to intervene in a positive way. I share your sentiment that it could likely inflame the unpleasant neighbors even further and escalate. Sadly, there aren't great options for this and it doesn't seem like they did anything illegal at that point so tough call. What options do management have if that excursion is full and moving isn't an option? onboard credits are a bandaid that serves only to pacify some. I don't think I would be very pleasant with these travelers if I were in your predicament.

[@travelwithdebandnick]

the problem with the noise now concerns me abit about our upcoming cruise next month, we did get to pick our cabin and i didnt realise till later that i had picked a connecting cabin. i talk reasonably loud, but its something i cannot help. after damage to my larynx by a partner. so its really hard for me to whisper or talk softely. id hate to be one of those annoying neighbours where the people next to us can hear every word im saying. so hoping that that doesnt happen. ill try to be mindfull of the people next door to us :)

[@Pandbswideworldofports]

Wow, I’m sorry you had such bad neighbors. I guess things like this are inevitable for frequent cruisers but it sounds like you guys handled it very well. Here’s to better neighbors on your next cruise!

[@MiaHessMusic]

Man, I am so sorry this happened to you guys. If they were that loud, I would have recorded them on my phone AND I would have gone to guest services too. I wonder if their neightbors on their OTHER side would have also been getting an earful too. Terrible, scary stuff.

[@albertoarce4047]

I think you did the right thing not provoking them because things could have gotten worse. Let Karma take care of them.🙏👍

[@lisanorton7963]

Unfortunately you never know who you’re neighbors are going to be.

[@2000konnie]

For your story, you should say if the cruise was at full occupancy. I'm hearing that a lot of cruises are full occupancy now. Everyone seems to think it's so easy to get a room changed. They would probably only change if there was something wrong with the cabin, such as a leak or A/C that didn't work.

[@cruiseandthemeparkguide]

Thank you for making this video! I support you guys 100% and would have reacted the same way if I encountered someone like that!

[@XanderPearl]

This is really tricky. I wish you could have contacted cruise management discretely and gotten a room change. This couple was so hostile and potentially dangerous that I understand your hesitation. Especially if you were “outed”. I myself would have seen if a discrete room change was possible. If not, I am not sure what I would have done. I don’t think I could have stayed there given the noise and hostility. But that is me. I think you guys did your best to navigate the situation. So sorry that you had to endure this.

[@sulialto]

We once had a connecting room on Independence of the Seas ~ Just the worst! That said, we were rarely in our room so it worked out. In your case, should it happen again, I might go to Guest Services as soon as there is a problem. They’ll have a record of the issue AND God Forbid, if the Neighbor’s start getting crazy, they’ll have a “paper trail”. Also, you never know, they might have moved your cabin bc of your loyalty.

[@clittle1807]

I would have called GS even if it was just so they could see how they needed to add more sound proofing.

[@larrycampbell7748]

The last 2 cruises we had guaranteed rooms and we ended up with adjoining rooms. I think it is the cruise lines way to punish you since you paid a reduced price e. We had problems both times with noise.

[@LoreeVanderWerf-si8sn]

That’s horrible, I’m so sorry. Thank goodness we’ve never been through that.

[@buffalorobe01]

So sorry that you had to experience this!

[@bobliddell6996]

What about the occupants of the cabin on the other side of these people? Did you ever converse with them?

[@BryanJager]

Hey Jared, I am sorry to hear about your experience. I thought about this situation and I would have asked to change stateroom from day 2. You guys had a bad experience when you were in your stateroom which is not fair to you. It's easy for me to say after the fact. You are too nice to the rude people next door. But make sure to have a good experience as well. It would be an honor to have you as a cruise neighbor. 🙂 Hopefully one day that will happen.

[@CruisingWithChooChoo]

Wow! What a terrible experience!! I think I would inform guest services and asked to be moved to another stateroom. Even though it was only a 7 night cruise that’s still a long time to tolerate these obnoxious neighbours.

[@charlottephillips4173]

I think I would have done the same they would know it was you who had said something and they sound as though they would have taken it out on you. The problem is it would be your word against theirs and unless you had a recording of what was said nothing would happen. You did the right thing

[@kathycoutinho5665]

I would have recorded the ranting and then asked guest service if a move was possible. If not then I would have just done as much to avoid them as possible. I also would have been making my phone calls in the bathroom. I think in the long run what you did was the best option. People that are that unstable are dangerous and there's nothing wrong with walking away from a confrontation.

[@lhvent]

You can't have that. Totally unacceptable.

[@teresah5318]

I most likely would have reported it after day 2. What cruisers need to remember is that the cabin walls are not that thick. Heck, I was getting woken up by our neighbor's coughing because it was so loud. I just felt sorry for them. Your neighbors were stating violent talking and I would have reported it that you overheard this, and it made you feel uncomfortable, not to mention their rudeness with the stupid tv. Worse scenario, nothing happens? Thanks for sharing!!