Why Cruise Passengers Are Asked to Turn Off Lights and Close Curtains in Certain Waters — The Alarming Truth Behind the Quiet Request

Stretching between the southern Philippines and eastern Malaysia, the Sulu-Celebes Sea is a gorgeous, tropical expanse. It’s home to coral reefs, clear blue waters, and vital trade routes.

But it’s also a region that has seen sporadic piracy and armed robberies over the years, typically targeting smaller merchant ships, fishing boats, and cargo vessels.

Passenger cruise ships are not common targets. They’re heavily protected, monitored, and fast. But that doesn’t mean precautions aren’t necessary.

In fact, taking those precautions is precisely why these ships stay safe.

Lights Out, Curtains Drawn — Just in Case

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