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How to not get seasick on a cruise

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πŸ‘οΈ 46K viewsπŸ“… 7 years ago⏱️ 3:13

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Matt from Rail Cruising Blog discusses strategies for managing and preventing seasickness during a cruise. He notes that while modern cruise ships use advanced technology to maintain stability, motion sickness can still occur. The creator outlines several medicinal options, including over the counter drugs like Dramamine and meclizine, as well as prescription scopolamine patches. For those preferring non-drug alternatives, he suggests using acupressure wristbands or consuming ginger in various forms such as tea or candy. Beyond remedies, the video provides practical advice for minimizing motion. He recommends spending time on deck while looking at the horizon to help maintain equilibrium. Additionally, he suggests booking outside cabins located toward the middle of the ship to utilize the natural balance point. Travelers can also consider choosing larger vessels, such as Oasis or Quantum class ships, which are harder for the ocean to move. Finally, the creator mentions that selecting port intensive cruises with fewer sea days can reduce the likelihood of experiencing motion sickness.

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seasickness is hardly fatal but with symptoms such as nausea stomach cramps and vomiting it's certainly not fun

a widely recommended remedy is rands derm scope a scopolamine patch applied behind the ear at least eight hours before exposure

see bands are great for curbing nausea and vomiting without any side effects

the bigger these ship the harder it is for the ocean to push the ship around and thus you're going to have less of a sensation

Creator's Tips & Advice

βœ“Spend as much time as possible out on deck using the horizon to maintain equilibrium
βœ“Book an outside cabin towards the middle of the ship for more steadiness
βœ“Take more port-intensive cruises with fewer sea days

πŸ†•New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Worry about getting seasick β€” Cruise ships are massive and employ technology to stay stable; you're very unlikely to get seasick

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QHow to not get seasick on a cruise
QWhat are some easy strategies to avoid seasickness

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