Do you have a routine around your onboard behaviour ? When we enter the buffet dining area we have an arrangement. Most buffet areas consist of a long narrow area with a walkway down the centre. One side enjoys a window side position and is probably the most popular. As we enter May(my wife) will say to me ," I'll get the teas while you find a table". I then begin my stroll down the walkway looking for a suitable seating opportunity. This is where the beauty contest happens and I need to" read the room". Most of the tables will be for 4 so where/how people are sitting is key!
If people are occupying 2 seats diagonally then that is a clear signal that you are not welcome to join them. The ideal table will be a window table with any occupants sitting opposite each other next to the window.....if they are occupying the seats and leaving the window seats vacant that's probably saying "you are not invited". Hopefully during my patrol I may catch a smile or a positive signal which will elicit a polite "Do you mind if we join you" from me in time for May's arrival with tea. I love chatting with fellow cruisers and my biggest disappointment is after sitting down after successful selection, the original couple have finished their breakfast and up and off immediately
Do you have any secret signal surrounding your onboard behaviour?
If people are occupying 2 seats diagonally then that is a clear signal that you are not welcome to join them. The ideal table will be a window table with any occupants sitting opposite each other next to the window.....if they are occupying the seats and leaving the window seats vacant that's probably saying "you are not invited". Hopefully during my patrol I may catch a smile or a positive signal which will elicit a polite "Do you mind if we join you" from me in time for May's arrival with tea. I love chatting with fellow cruisers and my biggest disappointment is after sitting down after successful selection, the original couple have finished their breakfast and up and off immediately

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