How do cruise ships stay afloat?

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Cruise ships may weigh hundreds of thousands of tons - but they're still some of the best floaters out there.

This video explains how even the largest liner on the open ocean stays above water.

See also: Cruise etiquette: Dos and Dont's

See also: What is flight turbulence and should I be scared?

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