Can I go on a cruise if I get motion sickness?

If you suffer from motion sickness – or are a first-time cruiser and want to play it safe – it is not recommended you sail in a stateroom in the forward section of the ship. The most desirable location is a mid-ship stateroom, or if not available, a stateroom towards the back (aft) of the ship.

How do you avoid seasickness on a cruise?

Here are some ways you can reduce the risk of becoming seasick:

1. Be well rested before setting sail.
2. Take antiemetic drugs.
3. Get fresh air.
4. Request a cabin mid ship and near the water line.
5. Have a bite.
6. Wear an acupressure wristband.
7. Avoid stimuli that can trigger nausea.
8. Choose your itinerary carefully.

What deck prevents seasickness?

lower deck
If you’re prone to seasickness, a lower deck (toward the middle of the ship, if you can) is the best place to be to avoid motion.

What part of ship is best for seasickness?

To reduce motion sickness, choose a stateroom in the middle of the ship on a lower deck. You will feel any sway of the ship less in this section. Although it may seem counterintuitive, if you’re worried about seasickness on a cruise, book a stateroom with a window or a veranda.

When to avoid seasickness on a cruise?

If you’re highly prone to getting motion sickness, try to avoid rough seas on your cruise. Booking cruises like ocean crossings, Mediterranean sailings during fall and winter, or the Caribbean during hurricane season (June through November), means you’re practically asking to get sick.

Are there any drawbacks to a Mediterranean cruise?

By the same token, if the ship is sailing part-full, you may not get enough people on a shore excursion. Be prepared to be flexible. You can’t sunbathe. Even if the weather is lovely for the time of year, you’re still not going to get any sunbathing in, which is a drawback on a weeklong cruise.

When do cruise ships come out of the Mediterranean?

It’s not the usual way to do things, as most cruise lines pull out of the Mediterranean in October or early November to reposition their ships to warmer climes — usually the Caribbean or South America.

Can you get norovirus on a cruise ship?

And if you’ve never sailed before, the thought of getting sick on a cruise is most likely in the back of your mind. While you may hear a lot of horror stories about the norovirus on cruise ships, you’re much more likely to encounter a bout of motion sickness.