Do you get seasick on a cruise?

Question

Do you get seasick on a cruise?

Answer 1

The MOST seasick I ever got was on a cruise ship between Fort Lauderdale and the Bahamas.  The captain even warned us when we were about to cross the Gulf Stream.  It wasn't just me -people were peuking their guts out all over the ship!

Answer 2

From what I understand, it depends on the boat. You will want to go on as big a boat as possible and a newer one that has the most state of the art stabilizers. I too had this concern.  I get violently car sick and was seasick once. I cruised the NCL Dawn and had no problems. Stick to the newer bigger ships and you can't go wrong!

Answer 3

Only when there was a bad rain storm. other than that you barely notice it

Answer 4

sometimes, usually the ship is regulated to reduce the tension with water waves, so it shouldn't be as bumpy as a ride on a smaller boat...just in case, bring along a case of dramamine...:)

Answer 5

I have taken several cruises and have only felt seasick when their was bad weather or the seas were rough, but every person is different. You can take an over the counter medication with you if you are concerned. Some people see their doctors before they leave to get motion sickness patches which they wear the entire cruise, they are usually small and worn behind the ear.

Answer 6

If you think you will be sea sick then you probably will be as I think a lot of it is in the mind.  Most, if not all, cruise ships have stabilisers to reduce rolling.  Most cruises are planned in areas at times when the weather is calm.  In my experience, keep active, don't just lie in bed feeling sorry for yourself, walk around the deck and watch the waves.  If you have trouble sleeping a few gin and tonics help.  Happy sailing.

Answer 7

Yes I did - not physically but I felt really sick but they mostly travel at night so its not so bad

Answer 8

never been on a cruise but have a friend who works on cruise ships for well known company. She said there is an injection that can be given to stop/prevent sea sickness but it is VERY expensive to have on board.  Better to take tablets starting with first one as soon as you board.  just to help until you get used to it.

Answer 9

Some people do, some don't. If you are worried about it or think you might, go to a Walgreen's and get a tube of Bonine. Start taking it the day before, and then take one every morning and you should be fine.

Answer 10

If you are someone who usually gets carsick or seasick on just a small boat there is a good chance you will feel the waves. It also depends on when you are going and where you are going. For example I am going to Mexico at spring break on a cruise and my dad asked the travel agent about getting seasick. They told as around where, so my dad got seasickness medicine called Transderm-V. Either go to your family doctor or to your local drug store and i;m sure they can find you something. Happy Cruising!

Answer 11

When went on RC i had no problems.  These cruises have stabilizers that keep the cruises from rocking  so really you don't have to worry about that.  They are sooo big and you stay soooo busy you wont even realize you are on a cruise.  Just go and enjoy!

Answer 12

omg I get sick at the very thought of it,I went to holland on a boat and I would never do it again,horrible feeling,

Answer 13

On the first two days, YES, but after, not really.

Answer 14

My husband and i went on a cruise to the Bahamas last year and this was the very same question  i had because i do get very sick on long trips in the car especially if i am reading.  I was glad to find out myself that i did NOT get seasick on the cruise.  When we first boarded the ship, however, i did notice that the ship was moving and it took some time to adjust my walking a bit, but other than that i was totally fine.  I hope you have a great time on your trip!!!!!!

Answer 15

not me but i have only been on two and they were pretty b ig ships so they had stabilizers

Answer 16

I've never been seasick on a cruise.  I do feel very nauseous on ferry crossings so was a bit concerned the first time I cruised but it was fine. There was quite a lot of movement on the last cruise I did but i felt fine.  You see lots of people wearing patches behind their ear to help with seasickness.  Cruise ships are normally stabalised so you shouldn't feel too much movement but it does depend on the weather. Lying down flat and fresh air helps so as a tip - lie on the deck around the pool !!  Don't let it put you off a cruise, they make great holidays.

Answer 17

I have been on many, many cruises and I've never been sea sick or even not felt real good. I've been on many cruises where the weather was a little bad and the boat rocked a little, i.e. 20 foot waves, and never had a problem.

But, each person is different. If this will be your first cruise, I would take some medication to be on the safe side. There are a lot of different options, which ones work the best I don't really know, so you may consider bringing a few different things. The cruise ship usually has some, but it is always a good idea to have your own in case.