FAQ Friday

Question: Will I get seasick on a cruise ship?
Answer: The short answer, most likely not!

The long answer (semi-borrowed from www.discovery.com):
The standard cruise ship is massive, weighing more than 70,000 tons and carrying up to 3,000 people. These large ships are more stable and better able to withstand the turbulence of the ocean than smaller ones, so you're less likely to feel motion sickness on a cruise ship than onboard a smaller vessel, where you can feel every wave. In addition, most cruise ships have stabilizers embedded inside, steadying the ship from excessive movement. Furthermore, cruise ships always have plenty of activities onboard to keep passengers distracted.
Experiencing a ship's motion doesn't necessarily mean you will become seasick. Many passengers enjoy the swaying sensation, which simply relaxes them and lulls them to sleep. Once on board, keep occupied by mingling with the other guests - not by reading. It also helps to focus on the horizon and breathe fresh air. It's important to watch your diet as well; stay hydrated and eat small, eat frequent meals with a wide variety of fruits and vegetables.

What should you bring as a safety precaution? I don’t bring anything at all and have never felt sick, but here are a few options for you:
□ Dramamine or Bonine (Bonine is less likely to induce drowsiness).

□ SeaBand, Travel Eze or BioBand - Wristbands that employ acupressure to alleviate nausea associate with sea sickness.

□ Ginger candy or ginger capsules - You can even begin taking them days before boarding.

□ Queasy-Pops - used by cruisers, kids and expectant moms alike.

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