Healthy Cruise Travel Tips
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Taking the advice of well-traveled cruisers is the best thing
for first time cruise passengers to do. After all, why not learn
from someone else's mistakes or mishaps? Of course, you will
still have a few of your own, but that is what makes your first
cruising experience memorable.
You've got your cruise booked and are counting the days until
you set sail. However, there are a few things for you to do
before you even start to think about packing. Check with the
cruise line to see what vaccinations, if any, are needed for
your journey. You'll have to make a trip to your doctor to get
current on any shots.
While you are at the doctor, ask them about tips on staying
healthy and avoiding the flu or colds before you depart for your
cruise. It is no fun having to travel sick or canceling all
together. Also ask about seasickness remedies. Some of these
medications are prescription only.
Stock up on any other prescription medications just in case they
are scheduled to run out during your trip. Often, insurance
companies will make exceptions and allow a prescription to be
refilled early if you are traveling with no access
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to a chain
pharmacy. One last thing - get a letter from your doctor on
official letterhead listing your prescriptions and stating that
they were all legitimately prescribed for you. If you have to go
through customs, a letter will sometimes keep you from being
detained while your medication is inspected.
If you are on a special diet, let the cruise line be aware of
this fact when you book your cruise. Most diets are easily
accommodated, but it is always better to be safe than sorry. A
few weeks before you depart, check in with the cruise line again
to go over your reservations and special needs diet.
Pack a small first aid kit for those "just in case" emergencies.
Include antacids and anti-diarrhea medications for those
episodes of "Montezuma's Revenge" that seem to strike no matter
where you travel. Aspirin, antibiotic cream and aloe vera gel
for sunburns also come in handy.
Stow away sunscreen, moisturizer and lip balm in your luggage
too. When you are having too much fun outdoors, you tend to
forget things like sunburn. Be sure to apply the sunscreen
lotion before heading outdoors. Moisturizer and lip balm
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keep
your skin soft. Sometimes the temperature changes from the cold
air conditioner to the heat outside can wreak havoc on the skin
and dry it out.
In addition to the sunscreen, protect your skin by wearing hats
and sunglasses. When you are on the ship's deck gazing at the
waves, the sun's reflection off the water can be pretty bright.
The sunglasses will protect you from harmful UV rays from the
sun. Of course, the hats will shield you from the sun's rays and
possible sunburn on your ears and face, two places that people
sometimes forget to apply sunscreen lotion.
With the right preparation and precautions, you are well on your
way to a healthy and happy first cruise. And when in doubt about
something, ask your cruise line. They want to make sure your
cruising experience is trouble-free. After all, they want you to
sail with them again.
About the author:
Kirsten Hawkins is a cruise and travel expert specializing in
discount cruises and travel. Visit
http://www.luxury-cruise-deals.com/ for more information on how
to cruise the world for little or no money.
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