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donnaw
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posted 08-12-2001 12:12 PM      Profile for donnaw     Send New Private Message      Edit/Delete Post  Reply With Quote 
I'm sure this question is being asked for the umpteenth time, but what is reasonable to procure as a seasickness precaution/remedy? Some folks swear by wrist accupressure bands, others behind-the-ear patches, still others advocate the new "wristwatch" which sends the brain some sort of electrical impulse to disrupt nausea.
Cruise veterans, what works? I will usually take a couple of Bonine when flying from Boston to Europe, but have never crusied. Suggestions? We're at sea last week in Oct to Bermuda and Caribbean. Thanks for any input.

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sympatico
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posted 08-12-2001 01:20 PM      Profile for sympatico     Send New Private Message      Edit/Delete Post  Reply With Quote 
Stick with the Bonine (Bonamine in Canada) it works for me.
I start taking it a couple of days before I board the cruise ship and then take if for the first couple of days. Sometimes if we are going to be at sea for a day, I take one the night before and then 2-3 during the day at sea. I normally I don't take one if we are in a port.

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Malcolm @ cruisepage
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posted 08-12-2001 01:34 PM      Profile for Malcolm @ cruisepage     Send New Private Message      Edit/Delete Post  Reply With Quote 
First of all bad sea sickness is pretty unlikely.

However, someone told me that if you are really bad the Ships Doctor can give you a 'magic' injection which will cure you in an hour.

If it is not so serious, tablets and fresh air is good. Position yourelf at mid-ships.


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sympatico
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posted 08-12-2001 03:17 PM      Profile for sympatico     Send New Private Message      Edit/Delete Post  Reply With Quote 
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First of all bad sea sickness is pretty unlikely.

Who told you this! Better not tell that to anyone who has hung over the Porcelein bowl all day
I don't know if it was sea sickness or food poisoning but ye gods, I never want to go through that again


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PeterUK
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posted 08-12-2001 03:48 PM      Profile for PeterUK   Email PeterUK   Send New Private Message      Edit/Delete Post  Reply With Quote 
Those who suffer say that an equal measure of port and brandy mixed together works wonders.
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Green
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posted 08-12-2001 04:21 PM      Profile for Green     Send New Private Message      Edit/Delete Post  Reply With Quote 
quote:
Originally posted by PeterUK:
Those who suffer say that an equal measure of port and brandy mixed together works wonders.

Peter, as an ex-Brit I'll drink to that - it works on land, sea and in the air - nothing better!

And DONNAW - If you do feel queasy it's very important to eat - preferably crackers or dry bread - stay away from rich foods and go easy on fruit and veg. when it's a bit rocky- ginger ale (no ice) and/or ginger pills work well too - getting up on deck for fresh air, no matter the weather, is also very beneficial.

Most important, for most people, is your state of mind - if you keep thinking you might get seasick, chances are you will. I've heard about those 'shots' but have never had one. At the start of my cruising days I was too young for the port and brandy - it was rough and I just wanted to die - my ever practical Scottish Mum slipped some brandy into the ginger ale and dragged me up on deck - I've never been seasick since despite some pretty rough trips.

My cruise nightcap now is a brandy with a splash of ginger ale….I sip it in bed before turning out the light .

Go and enjoy - Happy cruisin'


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Green
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posted 08-12-2001 04:22 PM      Profile for Green     Send New Private Message      Edit/Delete Post  Reply With Quote 
quote:
Originally posted by PeterUK:
Those who suffer say that an equal measure of port and brandy mixed together works wonders.

Peter, as an ex-Brit I'll drink to that - it works on land, sea and in the air - nothing better!

And DONNAW - If you do feel queasy it's very important to eat - preferably crackers or dry bread - stay away from rich foods and go easy on fruit and veg. when it's a bit rocky- ginger ale (no ice) and/or ginger pills work well too - getting up on deck for fresh air, no matter the weather, is also very beneficial.

Most important, for most people, is your state of mind - if you keep thinking you might get seasick, chances are you will. I've heard about those 'shots' but have never had one. At the start of my cruising days I was too young for the port and brandy - it was rough and I just wanted to die - my ever practical Scottish Mum slipped some brandy into the ginger ale and dragged me up on deck - I've never been seasick since despite some pretty rough trips.

My cruise nightcap now is a brandy with a splash of ginger ale….I sip it in bed before turning out the light .

Go and enjoy - Happy cruisin'


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jasonalec
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posted 08-12-2001 07:36 PM      Profile for jasonalec   Email jasonalec   Send New Private Message      Edit/Delete Post  Reply With Quote 
The first thing to try is ginger tablets. They have no side effects to my knowledge and work very well.
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posted 08-13-2001 11:24 AM      Profile for OCEANSDEVINE   Email OCEANSDEVINE   Send New Private Message      Edit/Delete Post  Reply With Quote 
I agree with ginger root capsules. They also happen to be great for indigestion which probably occurs on board all ships more than seasickness (overeating of course). I once sailed with friends and upon returning to NY Harbor early morning we hit heavy rain and my friend turned green at breakfast (it has not discouraged her from sailing) I kept saying "What waves" I gave her ginger and she became a different person. Enjoy your trip.
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mabes57
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posted 08-20-2001 05:45 PM      Profile for mabes57        Edit/Delete Post  Reply With Quote 
I just got back from being on the Pacific Princess to Bermuda. We experienced a level 9 storm with gusts up to level 10 on our 2nd day at sea. It was my first cruise but fortunately I never got seasick. My sister's family all wore the patches that you put behind the ear but I think those made them sicker than if they didn't wear them!
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OCEANSDEVINE
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posted 08-20-2001 06:26 PM      Profile for OCEANSDEVINE   Email OCEANSDEVINE   Send New Private Message      Edit/Delete Post  Reply With Quote 
That was the cruise I was wait listed for and didn't get. How were the waves? Don't understand level storms? Was this a blessing in disquise?
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