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Cruise Ship Meet & Greet Bingo

Break the ice with fellow cruise passengers by meeting people who have cruised before, enjoy live music or have found a quiet reading spot. Tick matching squares as you chat.

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Break the ice with fellow cruise passengers by meeting people who have cruised before, enjoy live music or have found a quiet reading spot. Tick matching squares as you chat.

How to run this activity

Meet people at the gathering and tick a square when a willing participant matches its description. Different squares can involve different people. Do not ask anyone to share private details or disclose beliefs.

Facilitator guidance

Give a brief example, encourage introductions and make participation voluntary, with the option to pass without sharing personal details. Check group size and interests, and consider a 3×3 board for smaller groups. On a 5×5 board, suggest a line of five rather than a full card; adjust the winning line to suit smaller boards. Check that the squares reflect activities and facilities on your ship, with varied, accessible routes to a win.

Safety and inclusion

Use inclusive language and never pressure anyone to disclose private information. Avoid unsafe challenges, restricted areas and compulsory movement, and offer seated alternatives.

Full prompt list

  1. Someone who has cruised before
  2. A guest who loves sea views
  3. Someone interested in the ship's shows
  4. A passenger who enjoys trivia
  5. Someone who visited the observation deck
  6. A guest who likes shore excursions
  7. A person who prefers the pool area
  8. Someone who enjoys sunrise at sea
  9. A passenger who likes live music
  10. Someone who found a quiet reading spot
  11. A guest who can recommend a café onboard
  12. Someone who enjoys ship photography
  13. A person attending a themed evening
  14. Someone who has booked an excursion
  15. A guest who likes onboard fitness classes
  16. Someone who enjoys visiting new ports
  17. A passenger who likes dance lessons
  18. Someone who brought binoculars
  19. A guest who enjoys cooking demonstrations
  20. Someone with a favourite seaside town
  21. A person who knows a useful ship tip
  22. Someone who enjoys board games onboard
  23. A passenger planning a future cruise
  24. A guest who made a new friend on the voyage