An American couple, Alicia and her husband, faced online criticism for sharing videos of their experience during Hurricane Melissa while on their honeymoon in Jamaica. The couple, staying at Excellence Oyster Bay in Falmouth, documented their journey on social media, with some users finding their updates “out of touch and dystopian.”

Alicia, a registered nurse from New York, posted on TikTok under @aliciad729, showing the calm before the storm hit their location. Despite the impending danger, hotel staff continued to serve guests, which triggered negative reactions from viewers who found it inappropriate given the severity of the situation.

Preparing for the hurricane, Alicia packed an emergency bag with essential items as instructed by the hotel. She later shared that they were being directed to a shelter, leading to the couple and other guests being relocated within the hotel premises for safety.

In subsequent updates, Alicia showcased the meals and services provided by the hotel staff in the shelter, drawing mixed responses from viewers. While some commended the staff’s efforts, others criticized the couple for their perceived insensitivity and questioned their decision to honeymoon during hurricane season in the Caribbean.

The backlash against Alicia and her husband mirrored similar criticisms faced by another TikToker, Jourdain, who documented her hurricane experience at the Sandals South Coast resort. Despite positive remarks on the food and service, Jourdain faced scrutiny for seemingly trivial comments during such a serious weather event.

The videos shared by both couples garnered widespread attention online, with viewers expressing prayers for safety, caution against vacationing in hurricane-prone regions, and debates over the appropriateness of sharing luxury experiences during natural disasters.