Some people get sea-sick after just looking at a picture of the ocean, while others can withstand a gale force wind in a schooner and have no problems. If you are one of those people who just cannot stand the motion of the ocean when you are on a cruise ship, then there are several tips you can take from cruise veterans who know a thing or two about calming the waves.

Prescription Medication

 

 

 

 

 

.
(Image via Flickr by puuikibeach)

If you know that you get sea-sick when on a cruise ship, then you need to talk to your doctor about prescription medications that work. Alaskan cruise excursions and packages can last for a week or longer, and that can be a long time to feel continually queasy. One of the most effective prescription medications for sea-sickness is a medication called Transderm Scop. If your doctor will not write you a prescription, then pick up some Bonine over the counter and enjoy your cruise.

Natural Solutions

 

 

 

 

 

.
(Image via Flickr by Vegan Feast Catering)

One of the last things a person wants to do when he feels sea-sick is eat. But there are several natural solutions that can help to ease the queasy feeling. Ginger candy or ginger cookies are often effective, and green apples have been known to do the trick as well. Adding a peppermint candy to the ginger helps even more. You can also try nibbling on crackers and sipping ginger ale soda to help calm your stomach.

Look To The Horizon

 

 

 

 

 

(Image via Flickr by jakeprzespo)

One of the simplest solutions for calming sea-sickness when it starts to come on is to get to one of the decks of the ship and stare straight towards the horizon. Even though your body is moving, your eyes are focused on the level appearance of the ocean as it meets the sky. Cruise veterans know that staring at the horizon can help to stabilize your body and fight off sea-sickness.

Drink Water

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

(Image via Flickr by Greg Riegler Photography)

When you keep your body hydrated, it is better equipped to handle even the most subtle motions caused by a ship on the ocean. Once you get on the ship, you should start drinking water if you feel sea-sickness coming on. You should avoid drinking alcohol for the first few hours that you are on a ship because alcohol tends to dehydrate the body.

The Right Conditions

 

 

 

 

.
(Image via Flickr by Justin Capolongo)

To lower your chances of getting sea-sick, avoid getting a cabin towards the top of the ship as the motion in those cabins tends to feel exaggerated. You should also avoid taking a cruise during hurricane season to prevent running into high winds that will throw the ship about.

Sea-sickness does not have to be a part of your cruise vacation. Most cruise ships have stabilizers that prevent exaggerated motion. But if you do feel a bit queasy, then there are plenty of things you can do to fight back the sickness and get on with your cruise.

Resources:

http://www.goddesscruise.com/SeaSick.htm
http://www.squidoo.com/about-getting-sea-sick-on-a-cruise
http://www.hmlanding.com/maldemar.htm
http://traveltips.usatoday.com/prevent-motion-sickness-cruise-1777.html

Miles Young is a freelance blogger who specializes in travel, vacations, camping and anything in between. … View full profile

.
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

Cliff Chapman
www.traveljunkies.com
New places to go, good value accommodation, great activities and exciting things to do.
Get a free listing in traveljunkies for your travel or activities business!