Will I Get Seasick on a Cruise?

First time cruisers often ask us if they should be worried about seasickness. The good news is not many people get seasick. If you happen to be on a rough cruise, even cruising veterans can experience symptoms of seasickness. If you are concerned about being vulnerable to this, keep reading for some preventative measures you can take.

1. Ask if your ship has stabilizers. These are like large pontoons that can be extended from the ship to minimize the rocking motion.

2. Book a cabin near the middle of the ship on the lowest level possible. These cabins will have less movement than a cabin on a higher level or at the front or back of the ship. An inside cabin would technically move less than an outside cabin on the same level, but most people would be better off with the ocean view so they can keep an eye on the horizon.

3. If you do start feeling sick, stay outside and focus on the horizon to keep your body centered.

4. Many over-the-counter motion sickness medications are available. It might be a good idea to have some along with you just in case. As an alternative to medicine, ginger is used to prevent seasickness as well. If you have motion sickness in the car or on airplanes, see your doctor so that he/she may provide you with a more powerful medicine for the cruise.

5. Seasickness wrist bands are another alternative. They work with pressure points in your wrist to limit the feeling of seasickness. They are sometimes available on the ship as well.

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