Have you participated in the cruise duck
craze?
It’s a phenomenon among cruise passengers
who either hide or find a rubber duck
hidden
somewhere on a cruise ship during voyages.
But it won’t be happening anymore on one
major cruise line.
Disney Cruise Line (DCL) has instituted a
new mandate that discourages the practice, no matter how fun, whimsical or
innocent it might seem. In an odd twist on a scavenger hunt, guests collect the
rubber ducks in what has become something of a badge of honor.
Disney does not necessarily prohibit the
practice; it is just discouraged.
“According to our policy, guests are allowed to bring
rubber ducks onboard,” a DCL spokesperson said. "However,
it's important to note that pool toys, including rubber ducks, are not
permitted to be used in the pools."
"Additionally, we kindly request that guests are not
allowed to hide items such as rubber ducks in public areas or staterooms,"
the DCL statement continued.
No other details from Disney have been announced.
The phenomenon started on a Carnival ship six years ago and has
spread to most cruise lines. The fad has not officially been prohibited by any
cruise line.
“Many of the crew love finding the ducks and have them in
their cabins as they bring them cheer,” said John
Heald, Carnival Cruise Line brand ambassador. “We have
absolutely no problem with guests leaving them as we do think it’s fun.”
Sorry, rubber ducky. But when it comes to Disney Cruise Line,
you are not the one.
Apologies to Kermit.
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