Adult Only Pool Areas/Deck...

[FlynnRider]

That was my point. I shouldn't get to arbitrarily decide if what I choose to wear is suitable or not; the established rules clearly state that it is not. The same goes for shorts, tank tops, etc. I'm not sure why some people feel that rules are for other people, but not for them.

In many cases I think people think of the dress code as a guideline rather than a rule. I think many can apply some common sense and still show up for dinner dressed quite nice even though they would techinically be in violation of the dress code.

 

[KSDisneyDad]

So the drunk 37 year old man screaming obscenities to/around others is WAY more "adult" than the quiet book-reading 17 year old.

I see your point but most seem to be talking numbers now.

18 and over regardless of "adult" behaviour/experiences right?

I think it's the principle of the thing. I don't want screaming 10 year olds NOR do I want screaming drunken "over 18" year olds ruining my peace and quiet at the ADULT pool.

So I too may be politely reporting any behaviour that breaks ANY rules, doesn't matter if you are 15 or 51.

After all..... "Dem's da RULES"

Unfortunately, the "QUIET" Cove pool is only a name and not a description of the area. There is no rule that those around have to make sure there is 'peace and quiet' in the adult pool area. Quite the contrary actually....I've seen large groups of drinking adults being very loud and obnoxious to the point it annoyed other guests to complain. Yes, they were "sreaming" or "yelling" louder than any child walking through the area. I've seen belly flops by drunken individuals. I've seen families order a bucket of beer and then sit on opposite ends of the pool holding a conversation that could be heard from the Goofy pool. Disney often has live bands in the area that can be loud. I've seen organized pool games by Disney where a group of men and women have to drink a large bucket of rum punch and then perform synchronized swimming routines. In short, there are times when the Goofy pool is quieter than the Quiet Cove pool. Not always, but at times.

Although there are times where the area is peaceful, in my exprience that was not the norm during peak times. It is often quiet during off hours. If you're looking for a nice quiet and peaceful place to be during peak times, then I suggest going to the top decks or to Deck 4. Although those places aren't adult-only, you will find them a lot more quiet.

In many cases I think people think of the dress code as a guideline rather than a rule. I think many can apply some common sense and still show up for dinner dressed quite nice even though they would techinically be in violation of the dress code.

I also think families walking through the Quiet Cove pool area to get to their forward cabins also think of the rule as a "guideline" as they are not lingering in the area, but only cutting through a normal traffic pattern area of the ship to get to the forward elevators. If they follow common sense by only walking through the area and not staying in the area, they are not technically in any violation of the adult-only rule.

Plus, neither rule is enforced as discussed in prior posts so is it a "rule"?

 

[Minniemiss]

I find it interesting that the op is traveling with a 20'something son and a 16 year old son. Hmmm...

 

[turtlesmom822]

Unfortunately, the "QUIET" Cove pool is only a name and not a description of the area. There is no rule that those around have to make sure there is 'peace and quiet' in the adult pool area. Quite the contrary actually....I've seen large groups of drinking adults being very loud and obnoxious to the point it annoyed other guests to complain. Yes, they were "sreaming" or "yelling" louder than any child walking through the area. I've seen belly flops by drunken individuals. I've seen families order a bucket of beer and then sit on opposite ends of the pool holding a conversation that could be heard from the Goofy pool. Disney often has live bands in the area that can be loud. I've seen organized pool games by Disney where a group of men and women have to drink a large bucket of rum punch and then perform synchronized swimming routines. In short, there are times when the Goofy pool is quieter than the Quiet Cove pool. Not always, but at times.

Although there are times where the area is peaceful, in my exprience that was not the norm during peak times. It is often quiet during off hours. If you're looking for a nice quiet and peaceful place to be during peak times, then I suggest going to the top decks or to Deck 4. Although those places aren't adult-only, you will find them a lot more quiet.

Oh I agree with you. I was being snarky previously to those who threaten to "report" any ANY rule breaking I believe some of the behaviours you described are breaking some of the small print rules Your example perfectly illustrates MY example that "adults" are not "adult" at all and that the QC pool is really bound by an age number (18) and not neccessarily "adult" quality as argued by some.

I had a feeling by some of the descriptions that the upper decks WILL be the "quiet" areas. However....it's a DISNEY boat if I need quiet and no kids under 18 around, there are PLENTY of other cruise lines that's why I don't get the "blood boiling rage and shaking anger I am going to the CAPTAIN for the love of all that is holy" over anything this silly.

 

[BlackFrank]

In many cases I think people think of the dress code as a guideline rather than a rule. I think many can apply some common sense and still show up for dinner dressed quite nice even though they would techinically be in violation of the dress code.

See that's the thing. You (or I) don't get to decide "what's nice". Disney does. That's why they have a dress code. You tacitly agree to their rules when you hand in your signature form before boarding. If this is inconvenient for you, then perhaps stick to casual dining or take a cruise that has no dress code. If you're allowed to wear shorts for dinner, then I should be allowed to wear my formal fishnet Speedo junior bathing suit. After all, I think it looks quite nice.

Rather than age, I think Disney should use a different standard to determine who is an "adult" or not. If you think it's "OK" to break rules just because they're not rigidly enforced, then you don't qualify as an adult.

 

[turtlesmom822]

I completely agree that someone over 18 can act stupid and immature. If they do that in an adult area such as the pool or Palo another adult can complain and the CMs can ask the offending adult to leave. I have seen it happen.

DCL goes by the numbers. They have not permitted high-level teenage athletes to train in the fitness center if they are not 18. They have denied Palo reservations to those celebrating their 18th birthday on the cruise until the actual day of their birthday. They are sticklers for age limits for excursions even though the vendors themselves permit younger kids to participate if they are booked outside of DCL. It practically takes an act of Congress to get a kid who won't be old enough for an excursion until after the cruise begins to get a reservation for it. If word were to get out that DCL allowed a 17 yo to dine in Palo that fact would probably quickly be reported here and the calls to DCL of people wanting their 17 yo to do the same and CMs being pressured to allow their child into Palo would begin. Same for the spa.

Good to know for the first part and I totally understand the second part. My friend is a frequent DCL cruiser and stated exactly that rule for Palo and don't even try to break it. It keeps the masses happy for everything to be "fair" totally get it.

 

[KSDisneyDad]

Oh I agree with you. I was being snarky previously to those who threaten to "report" any ANY rule breaking I believe some of the behaviours you described are breaking some of the small print rules Your example perfectly illustrates MY example that "adults" are not "adult" at all and that the QC pool is really bound by an age number (18) and not neccessarily "adult" quality as argued by some.

I had a feeling by some of the descriptions that the upper decks WILL be the "quiet" areas. However....it's a DISNEY boat if I need quiet and no kids under 18 around, there are PLENTY of other cruise lines that's why I don't get the "blood boiling rage and shaking anger I am going to the CAPTAIN for the love of all that is holy" over anything this silly.

OK...sounds like we agree on this. Sometimes, snarkiness, sarcasm and humor are difficult to convey on this board. We both pointed out the inconsistencies in their argument, just in different ways.

You are definitely correct in that there are lots of adults who act more like children. We've had a great time on all of our Disney cruises and didn't focus on what others were doing. We left that to DCL.

 

[arlopop]

I'm with you. I literally start shaking with anger when I read some of the comments in this thread. I find it sad that some people feel that they're entitled to break the rules just to avoid a minor inconvenience (and even sadder still, that these "parent" teach their children that it's ok). If you can't respect the rules and/or your fellow passengers, then maybe you shouldn't be cruising with big people. 90% of these ships are devoted to children and children's activities. There's absolutely no reason to encroach on the relatively small areas that are reserved exclusively for adults. I'm a 37 year old man--would you mind if I hung out in the teen-only areas? After all, rules are made to be broken, right, so I don't see what the big deal is!

Seriously? You "start shaking with anger" and (as you said in a previous post) it makes your "blood boil"? You really react that way when a child passes through the adults only area? If that is really your reaction what happens when someone runs a red light and totals your car? Where do you have left to go on that anger meter if you're already shaking and boiling at these things.

Look, as an adult I would like some private time as well. If an area is designated as "adults only" it seems it should remain that way and the courteous thing for everyone to do is respect that. But if a child comes in to inform a parent that they are going to be somewhere and then moves on I don't view that as a egregious violation. It's all in the perspective I suppose, but I would certainly be less offended by that child than by a grown "adult" who reacts to the child with boiling blood and angry seizures.

Just sayin...

 

[BlackFrank]

Seriously? You "start shaking with anger" and (as you said in a previous post) it makes your "blood boil"? You really react that way when a child passes through the adults only area? If that is really your reaction what happens when someone runs a red light and totals your car? Where do you have left to go on that anger meter if you're already shaking and boiling at these things.

Look, as an adult I would like some private time as well. If an area is designated as "adults only" it seems it should remain that way and the courteous thing for everyone to do is respect that. But if a child comes in to inform a parent that they are going to be somewhere and then moves on I don't view that as a egregious violation. It's all in the perspective I suppose, but I would certainly be less offended by that child than by a grown "adult" who reacts to the child with boiling blood and angry seizures.

Just sayin...

You misunderstood me. It's not the momentary presence of a child in an adult area that upsets me, it's the "it's ok to break rules if I find them inconvenient" attitude that some supposed adults have.

 

[Audria407]

See that's the thing. You (or I) don't get to decide "what's nice". Disney does. That's why they have a dress code. You tacitly agree to their rules when you hand in your signature form before boarding. If this is inconvenient for you, then perhaps stick to casual dining or take a cruise that has no dress code. If you're allowed to wear shorts for dinner, then I should be allowed to wear my formal fishnet Speedo junior bathing suit. After all, I think it looks quite nice.

Is that the one with quick-strip velcro sides and removable bow tie? Because I might want to be in the dining room that night...