Tips On How to Avoid Seasickness

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You've booked the vacation of a lifetime. You are about to embark on a dream cruise. However, you cannot dodge the sinking worry that you may experience seasickness. Have no fear! We have some excellent tips how to avoid seasickness on your cruise.

What is seasickness? It is pretty much the same thing as motion sickness. You can expect to feel symptoms such as nausea, headaches, sweating, and vomiting. Additionally, some people experience dizziness and cold sweats. Doesn't sound very pleasant, huh? Well, follow these recommendations, and you are sure to have the time of your life as you travel to exotic destinations all around the world!

First Things First
Avoiding seasickness begins from the day you book your cruise. The location of your cabin is vital. For a first time cruiser or someone who gets motion sickness, a stateroom in the middle of the ship is the ideal place. If not available consider cabins the aft (rear) of the vessel. Steer clear of staying in the furthest forward areas.

Also, if you are a first-time cruiser, when booking you may want to avoid multiple days at sea. Look for itineraries that offer more port stops.

Strategize Your Embarkation Day
Prep to avoid getting seasick begins the morning you embark on your cruise. Hydrate by drinking plenty of fluids. Avoid alcoholic beverages before boarding. The first few hours of your voyage are crucial in helping you get your "sea legs." Spend time out on the decks in the fresh air. Use the horizon as a stabilizing reference point to get used to the ship's movement. Resist the urge to read the cruise planner or look at your phone or tablet. Looking at stable objects may make you dizzy.

Medications May Help
Over the counter medications help many people on a cruise. But you need to take them strategically. Start taking medicines like Dramamine and Bonine 1-2 days before for best results. Also, make sure to get the non-drowsy formulas. For extra precaution, you may want to get a prescription from your doctor for motion sickness medicine, or a patch that you wear behind your ear.

Some people experience relief from wearing the Sea-Band. This wrist brace uses a round stud that lightly presses against an acupressure point to relieve nausea.

Powerful Mindset
If you are convinced you will get seasick, chances are you will. Your mind is a powerful thing. Prepare using meditation in the weeks leading to your trip. That way you will have the coping skills once you are on the ship. Keep your mind busy and focus on activities on board. Avoid others who are complaining of feeling sick.

Eat and Drink Properly
What you eat and drink may contribute to your seasickness symptoms. We don't want to be a party pooper, but for at least the first day or so if you eat right, and avoid alcohol, you may feel better. Stay away from fatty foods or those high in salt and sugar. Try some of the following:
Ginger
Saltines
Lemon Water
Olives
Water
Nuts
Yogurt
Eating bland foods will not overwhelm our senses and push you over the edge. Also, try to eat frequent, small meals.

Be Careful About Sun Exposure
Being in the sun for hours on end, especially if you are drinking, could be a recipe for disaster if you are prone to seasickness. Avoid long hours sitting around on the deck. Take advantage of the many onboard activities. Also, be careful on excursions to take breaks from the sun. Remember to stay hydrated!

Cruise Planners
We hope these tips how to avoid seasickness on your cruise will help you have the time of your life on your dream vacation. Still have concerns? Contact Casey or Claire at Cruise Planners. We have years of experience helping our clients chose the very best trips of their lives. Let us assist you every step of the way to the best cruise of your life!

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