Sea sickness with being forward versus midship

[mommyto3nj]

I get seasick and so does my mom and my daughter. On my first cruise out of NYC, I was sick as a dog (as was my daughter). However, we were prescribed the patch behind our ear and we didn't put it on as told and waited until we were sick to wear it. Stupid mistake. So I kind of blame the sick on that.

 

Second cruise we sailed out of Port Canaveral. I wore the patch and didn't get seasick, however I had horrible headache and sinusitis. I blame the patch.

 

So here we are going back on a cruise! :p Might be a stupid idea but I am determined to not get sick this time! We are out of NY again, and I am thinking of other options than that patch lol. Anything tried and true?

 

Also, I wanted to book midship but since we need two rooms close to one another, they only had a forward rooms available. I'm a little disappointed as I've heard midship is better. We are higher up this time, as first cruise we were on deck 2, and second cruise we were on deck 5 and this one we are on 10, which I've also heard helped.

 

Should I keep on trying for midship rooms at this point or just go forward and hope for the best?

[Bulldog3777]

Mid ship and lower has the least movement.

[zqvol]

I get seasick and so does my mom and my daughter. On my first cruise out of NYC, I was sick as a dog (as was my daughter). However, we were prescribed the patch behind our ear and we didn't put it on as told and waited until we were sick to wear it. Stupid mistake. So I kind of blame the sick on that.

 

Second cruise we sailed out of Port Canaveral. I wore the patch and didn't get seasick, however I had horrible headache and sinusitis. I blame the patch.

 

So here we are going back on a cruise! :p Might be a stupid idea but I am determined to not get sick this time! We are out of NY again, and I am thinking of other options than that patch lol. Anything tried and true?

 

Also, I wanted to book midship but since we need two rooms close to one another, they only had a forward rooms available. I'm a little disappointed as I've heard midship is better. We are higher up this time, as first cruise we were on deck 2, and second cruise we were on deck 5 and this one we are on 10, which I've also heard helped.

 

Should I keep on trying for midship rooms at this point or just go forward and hope for the best?

 

 

There are numerous OTC meds that work quiet well in preventing sea sickness without the side effects of the patch. We use Boninne which is non drowsy, but there is Dramamine, in both regular and non drowsy versions. Some people swear by ginger and sea bands. I personally think those two things are worthless, but if they work for you then have at it.

 

As far as room location, if you are looking for most stable it is middle of the ship as low as possible. (think about a seesaw - where does it seem to move the least?)

[mommyto3nj]

There are numerous OTC meds that work quiet well in preventing sea sickness without the side effects of the patch. We use Boninne which is non drowsy, but there is Dramamine, in both regular and non drowsy versions. Some people swear by ginger and sea bands. I personally think those two things are worthless, but if they work for you then have at it.

 

As far as room location, if you are looking for most stable it is middle of the ship as low as possible. (think about a seesaw - where does it seem to move the least?)

 

Non drowsy meds may work well for me. Thanks for the tip!!!!

[fayerussell]

I had a surgeon tell me about taking ginger capsules for sea sickness. I start taking them around 4 days before cruise. Day before cruise I start taking meclizine- a generic of Bonine-works great! I used to get very very seasick but now no problems!!! Btw- I ask my pharmacist for the meclizine. I can get an entire bottle of it for half the cost of one small pack of Bonine.

[jacketwatch]

For minimizing sway it's low and mid. No question.

 

Meds depends on how you respond to them. My wife used Dramamine and that works well for her. I don't know how you find out ahead of time short of taking a "test cruise" :D.

 

Best of luck! Larry.

[aquarianne11]

I get seasick a lot so I need to stay mid-ship.

 

I also use Bonine and SeaBand.

 

 

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[chengkp75]

One way to minimize the side effects of the scopolamine patch is to reduce the dosage. Take a small round bandage, and stick it behind your ear. Then place the whole patch (do not cut it) so that the patch is half on the bandage and half on your skin. The scopolamine will not be absorbed through the bandage, effectively reducing the dosage.

[Catniss87]

Def midship and try sea bands they work amazing for me

[AEckhardt]

My family and I have always used Bonine and have never had a problem! [emoji4]

[karoo]

I use ginger tablets or eat anything ginger. Works for me and no side effects. I've even asked for fresh ginger onboard. Cut into slices and put it into hot water. Spend time also in the midship public areas.

[Granny DI]

Meclazine before boarding the ship. It is an OTC now but have to ask your pharmacist for it. I need the 25 mg dosage. Take as needed...I don't take them at night or on days with excursions. Meclazine has only failed me one time...Azamara Quest in Caribbean. I blame the ship and won't sail one of the smaller ships again. The butler gave me ginger ale and ginger candy...didn't work. Nothing worked until the ship left the area of the swells...4 days later.

 

The front of the ship is the worst for me. I can't go to any of the nightclubs, spas etc that are at the front of the ship. I can handle the aft of a ship. My MD doesn't like the patch because I take BP medication.

 

I don't feel anything on the mega ships down to the 1200 passenger ones...just the little ones. I have two cruises booked...first one is aft and the second is mid aft both on 3200 passengers +.

[zqvol]

Meclazine before boarding the ship. It is an OTC now but have to ask your pharmacist for it. I need the 25 mg dosage. Take as needed...I don't take them at night or on days with excursions. Meclazine has only failed me one time...Azamara Quest in Caribbean. I blame the ship and won't sail one of the smaller ships again. The butler gave me ginger ale and ginger candy...didn't work. Nothing worked until the ship left the area of the swells...4 days later.

 

The front of the ship is the worst for me. I can't go to any of the nightclubs, spas etc that are at the front of the ship. I can handle the aft of a ship. My MD doesn't like the patch because I take BP medication.

 

I don't feel anything on the mega ships down to the 1200 passenger ones...just the little ones. I have two cruises booked...first one is aft and the second is mid aft both on 3200 passengers +.

 

 

Just an FYI to the OP

 

Mezcaline = Bonnine

[mommyto3nj]

Thanks for all the tips! I just called and was so lucky to have two rooms mid ship right next to one another open up! Phew! I was worried. I think I'm going to skip the patch this trip and go for the Bonine, after hearing the reviews on this post!

[mommyto2girls]

I get very seasick but as yiu can see from our Crusie history we cruise very often, I can only say one word...Bonine. Start it the day before you leave make sure you take it every day and have a great trip

Edited February 16, 2015 by mommyto2girls

[ncklhaus]

We we're on deck 8 forward in 8130 and felt it ship only a little bit. But the first night as we we're getting under way, I'm thinking towards 7pm I started feeling queasy. I put 2 drops of MotionEaze behind each ear. Within seconds, complete relief. It's safe for all ages and doesn't interact with alcohol. It's available everywhere. I found mine in Walmart, but also saw it in CVS.

[BrPanthers99]

You want midship if seasickness is a concern

[mommyto3nj]

Quick question....how is Bonine with alcohol? I don't drink a ton but I do like my alcoholic beverages on a cruise. Any thoughts?

[mommyto2girls]

Quick question....how is Bonine with alcohol? I don't drink a ton but I do like my alcoholic beverages on a cruise. Any thoughts?

 

There is no issue with alcohol and Bonine. It is non drowsy

[D&J 2004]

We had very rough seas once, and my wife got very sick. All the gift shop had was the Sea Bands, so I bought them. I was skeptical, but my wife was perfectly fine in no time at all. She has never needed them since, but won't cruise without them.

[rpb718]

We've sailed mid-ship once, on the 10th deck, and all other cruises have been in an aft suite or balcony. The most movement we've experienced was the mid-ship stateroom - almost rolled out of bed a couple nights. At least 2 of our cruises were stormy - one time we had to stay an extra night docked in Bermuda because a storm was raging - but that was in an aft cabin.

 

Just offering a counterpoint, as I'm really not convinced that mid-ship is always better - at least not on the higher decks.

[zqvol]

Quick question....how is Bonine with alcohol? I don't drink a ton but I do like my alcoholic beverages on a cruise. Any thoughts?

 

I don't have any problem consuming adult beverages with Boninne.

[Gershep]

I get sea sick alot. I feel movement the most in the aft. I book forward but as close to middle as I can get and usually on deck 9 or 10. I have tried ginger and Dramamine and they did not work. The patch works great but the withdrawals are not pleasant. I now use Meclizine. In New York I need a prescription to get it and it is reasonably priced. I hear if you ask your steward for green apples they work. On CC I read about Nauzene which is over the counter and it helps in the event you feel nauseous.

[KayFit]

I use ginger tablets or eat anything ginger. Works for me and no side effects. I've even asked for fresh ginger onboard. Cut into slices and put it into hot water. Spend time also in the midship public areas.

 

 

I also asked for fresh ginger after I ran out of my ginger candy I bought from Vitamin Shoppe. Ginger works perfectly. I suck on ginger every time I feel seasick and it goes right away.

 

I was forward on deck 8 on my cruise and I would have to leave my room to go midship to feel better. Often I would go down to deck 6 to sit in the casino. I think lower and mid ship is the best bet. You may have to compromise the rooms being close together so that you can enjoy your cruise!

[sweetiekk]

I get very sea sick so my doctor prescribes my Meclizine for motion sickness and Zofran for nausea and it has worked the best. I didn't get sick once on my last cruise with that combo. The patches make me more sick because they are too strong. The middle of the ship is the best place to be. The front is the worst. Btw... The prescription Meclizine is the same as the Bonine but way cheaper. Also a balcony room helped me, I get sick in a Oceanview or inside room. Good luck :)