Silly Cruise Traditions Explained: Why Cruisers Cheer, Hide Ducks & Wear Pineapples

Why do we become totally different people the moment we step on a cruise ship?

From cheering on pier runners like they’re Olympic athletes to hunting rubber ducks like buried treasure, cruising turns ordinary adults into playful, sometimes goofy adventurers. This episode uncovers the fascinating psychology behind the most beloved (and bizarre) cruise ship traditions, from towel animals to cabin door magnets, and yes, even those sneaky pineapples with secret meanings.

Whether you're a seasoned cruiser or a first-timer, you'll never look at sail away the same way again.

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*CHAPTERS*
(0:14) Why do adults become goofy the second we board a cruise ship?
(0:50) What makes the Pier Runner Olympics so addictive to watch?
(3:08) What’s the story behind the cruising ducks craze?
(5:18) Why do we wave at strangers during sail away?
(6:35) What’s the deal with decorating cruise cabin doors?
(8:47) Why do we secretly love towel animals so much?
(10:31) What does a pineapple on a cruise really mean?

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