Many individuals love the idea of taking a cruise for their vacations, but for some, the thought of being on a cruise ship at night is terrifying. You may imagine yourself relaxing on a deck chair, dining at various restaurants, or perhaps even trying out the unusual surfing devices. However, a video has recently surfaced that shows the horrifying reality of what a cruise ship looks like at night. It’s an image that will make you think twice before stepping foot on a ship.
The video, shared by @chasingthedream.hj on social media, captures the darkness of the ocean at night. The caption reads, “Cruises are great until you realize how dark the ocean gets at night.” The video continues, “Unless you’ve been on a cruise ship, you’re not going to understand how dark it gets at night. And then they say, ‘all you’re doing is showing the swimming pool’, it’s kind of because there’s nothing to see if you look overboard at night because it’s absolutely pitch black.” This revelation has left many people scared and hesitant to embark on a cruise.
One person commented, “Nope, I have a weird thing about bodies of water at night! That would creep me out way too much.” Another person shared, “You cannot pay me enough to go on a cruise.” It’s clear that the fear of darkness and the unknown in the vast ocean is enough to deter some people from ever considering a cruise.
But it’s not just cruise ships where this fear exists. Joethesailor, a TikToker who shares his life as an officer aboard container ships, confesses that the pitch-black conditions still frighten him when he goes outside on the deck at night. He reveals that there’s a belief among sailors that one should never walk out on deck alone at night. Staring into the darkness for too long can have a mesmerizing effect, almost tempting one to dive in.
Aside from the fear of darkness, there’s the added worry of cruise ships sinking or getting stranded in the middle of nowhere. According to a 2013 New York Times article, 16 cruise ships sank between 1980 and 2012. These incidents often occur with smaller cruise lines or in choppy areas, such as the Antarctic Ocean. One of the deadliest ship capsizings happened in 1994 in the Baltic Sea, resulting in the loss of 800 lives. Even though cruises are designed to be relaxing, it’s clear that things don’t always go as planned.
In recent years, there have been more incidents that have further fueled people’s fear of cruising. For example, in March 2019, the luxury cruise liner Viking Sky experienced engine problems off the coast of Norway, leaving over 1,300 people stranded. While everyone was eventually rescued, it was a harrowing experience for those onboard.
Taking all these factors into consideration, it’s no wonder that some people are hesitant to go on a cruise. The fear of darkness at sea, the possibility of accidents, and the unknown can cast a shadow over what should be a relaxing vacation. So, if you’re looking for a stress-free getaway, perhaps a cruise is not the ideal choice.
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