Crossing The Equator
The Line Crossing Ceremony is a ritual practiced by sailors while crossing the equator. During the ceremony “shellbacks,” or sailors who have previously crossed the line, dress up in costumes and act out a play with King Neptune as the lead.
April 10, 2014
Atlantic Ocean
All hail King Neptune!
The traditional King Neptune ceremony was held at the Lido Pool mid ship. Crews branded as polliwog's were captured and presented to the Captain and his staff for punishment. But first they have to kiss the fish and then a decision is made whether they stink (baked in the sun) or swim after being washed and coated with colored meringue.
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What a fun tradition! Thanks for sharing. From Kim L., on May 6, 2014 at 12:52 a.m
Line crossing ceremony on M.S. Amsterdam on March 12, 2104. During the ceremony “shellbacks,” or sailors who have previously crossed the line, dress up in costumes as pirates and act out a play with King Neptune as the lead.