Comments on: How to Avoid Getting Seasick on a Cruise Ship

By: Anne Campbell

Anne Campbell — Tue, 10 Nov 2009 20:24:38 +0000

My brother and his bride took a Princess ship in the Baltic on their honeymoon when a major storm hit. After consulting with a crew member, they went to the lowest deck possible (in the crew area) and sat dead center. No motion at all…

A crew member gave me a great tip for quelling a rolling stomach. Eat apples and crackers (order from room service) which absorbs the acid in the stomach. Do not drink anything or lie down. Go out on deck and stare at the horizon. Works great. Also, pregnant mothers can try ginger (buy it fresh in the supermarket).

By: Rhonette

Rhonette — Sun, 08 Nov 2009 14:23:44 +0000

I ALWAYS get seasick on the water. Great tips! The looking at the horizon is the best one that works for me. I do that for a few minutes and I am fine. I never thought about getting a room in the center of the ship, that would make sense. You wouldn’t be swaying back and forth like you would in the outer rooms. Thanks, Doug!

By: scott lara

scott lara — Thu, 05 Nov 2009 19:11:59 +0000

The tips are great. I would also say not getting all worked up about it is key. Many times people sych themselves up that they will get sick. I have been on several cruises and rarely are the seas rough like during my navy days on a small frigate. Cruiselines make it a point to avoid rough seas! They know if you are sick that you wont gamble or drink…
which means less revenue! Also, most ships have stabilizers….so relax and enjoy!

By: Hope

Hope — Thu, 05 Nov 2009 13:56:55 +0000

Thanks for the great tips!