A client called to request a quote for a domestic cruise. I gave the client various options departing from Durban and from Cape Town, for inside, outside and balcony cabins.
The client, sounding annoyed, said: “Are there no cruises leaving Johannesburg?” So I explained that there was no sea in Johannesburg where ships can depart from. 
The client, now a little embarrassed, went on to say: “Oh ok, so for the inside cabin, can you quote me on the one that doesn’t have an obstructive view, I want to see all the fishes.” I replied: “All cabins are above the sea, inside just means you’re in the middle of the ship and there is no outside view.”
The client proceeded to hang up…
This week’s Monday smile was sent in by Kgomotso Khoza, travel management consultant at Sure Penzance Travel.
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