Maritime law requires all ocean-going cruise ships to be equipped with fully functioning morgues and body bags to accommodate the statistical inevitability of passengers dying mid-voyage.

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Maritime law requires all ocean-going cruise ships to be equipped with fully functioning morgues and body bags to accommodate the statistical inevitability of passengers dying mid-voyage. Given that cruise lines heavily cater to a demographic of retirees who view endless buffets as an extreme sport, it is estimated that around two hundred people pass away on cruise ships every year. The onboard morgues are usually small, holding three to six bodies, and are kept far away from the recreational decks to avoid ruining the tropical vibes. So while you are busy getting severely sunburned and drinking your fourth watered-down cocktail, there is a very high probability you are floating directly above a stainless steel cooler holding Barbara from Boca Raton