First timer for flying and cruise ship??

Question

I never been on a big ship or plane befor im kinda nevers but not really can any body help me tell me how it is like

Answer 1

When I took my first flight and cruise, I was afraid of flying because I did not know what to expect. This is lenghty but will help you to be more comfortable:

First: Call your doctor to get a prescription for a Scopolamine Patch. This will take care of any air or sea sickness you might have. I got one and had no problems. My friend did not and had to go to the ship's infirmary for medication. See link below for good info on this.

Second: Check with your Travel Agent to see what can be carried on board planes and ships.

THE FLIGHT:
When you get to the airport and finally get through security, you find the terminal you need (it's printed on your ticket). There will be several check-in clerks at a desk. Go to one of them, hand them your ticket and I.D. They will take care of any luggage you are not carrying on board and give you a "receipt". After that, just take a seat in the waiting area and listen for your flight to be announced. When it's announced, you will see a line forming and an attendant at the gate. She/he will look at your ticket and let you go on through the "cat-walk" which is connected to your plane. Your seat # will be on the ticket. Find your seat and sit down. (There is a storage area above your seat to put large bags in)

Right before take-off, two attendants will demonstrate how to use the emergency equipment. They will announce when to fasten seat belts and a lighted "sign" in front will come on telling you this also. It will also come on when you can take seatbelts off. At different intervals, you will hear the Captain speaking, usually a welcome, he/she also points you to interesting areas during your flight. (i.e., "look to your left to see the Grand Canyon")

At take-off, you will hear the engines revving up and the plane will start down the take-off ramps, then start it's upward thrust. You might feel a little pressure on your chest until the plane reaches it's desired altitude. It's o.k. to feel this. Be sure to chew gum and swallow a lot to reduce pressure on your eardrums during take-off.

If you have a window-seat, don't look out until the plane during take-off. Close the window shade if you wish. After you have adjusted to the flight, open the shade and look straight out. Do not look down for a while. I always love to look at the clouds - so pretty.

Attendants will serve drinks/snacks - pull down the tray that is built into the back of the seat in front of you. There are pouches on there also which hold magazines, emergency instructions, and a barf bag.

The courtesy "sign" will flash to let you know you can unfasten seatbelts. You can then get up and go to restroom if needed. Try to do it quickly because there will be several folks doing the same.

If the plane goes through any turbulence, you might feel a slightly bumpy ride for a very short time. It's o.k.

The Captain will announce when you are near your destination. The courtesy "sign" will flash "Fasten Belts" and the attendants will again check everyone's seat area and make sure everyone's seatbelts are fastened.

As the plane descends, it will circle around a few times. Don't look out the window at this time. You will feel a slight vibration as the landing gear goes into place, then the slight vibration as the plane touches ground.

THE CRUISE
Upon exiting the plane, there will be a Cruise Representative waiting with a large sign. Go with him/her to a shuttle which will carry you to the ship's entry way. Your luggage will be taken care of and delivered to your room by the Cruise Line. The rep will explain the process to everyone so listen carefully. There will be an orientation meeting scheduled and they will tell you what you need to know.

The ships usually move so well that you hardly feel anything while on board. If your room is near the engine room, you might feel a slight vibration when the engines are revving.

If you get sick, there is an infirmary where doctors and nurses can take care of you.

Don't tip until the last day when you are getting ready to leave your room for the last time. The tip will take care of all of the services. Leave the tip on the desk or dresser. Back in 1992, we left $35 which was ample at that time. I don't know what the going amount is now though--you could ask your travel agent.

When your cruise is over, the rep will shuttle you back to the airport and an area where you will find your luggage. He/she will explain how you will make your return connection.

Don't worry! Just have a lot of fun. I wish I was going too! ;-)

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Answer 2

Honestly, the airports will be more uncomfortable than anything you will experience in the air. It just kinda feels like you are on a big bus, and if you don't look outside, it almost feels like you are not even in the air--unless there is just a ton of turbulence, but even that just feels like a bumpy road sometimes.

The cruise ship will be so big, you won't even feel like you are on the water. You get sea sick more if you are on smaller crafts, while out to sea.

Answer 3

The average cruise ship puts 130,000 liters of sewage into the sea every day.

Have a nice trip!

Answer 4

Just be relaxed and nothing bad will happen. If your nevious on your flight, tell the flight host and they will make you feel comfterble.

Your ears may ache when decending to land but this is helped by gum. If the plane starts shacking, its turbulance, just have your seat belt on.

On my 1st plane trip, I went to the toilet and I did not know how to get out! (Folding doors)

Enjoy the trip

Answer 5

The cruise will probably be the best vacation you have ever had and you will ALWAYS remember it. If you allow yourself extra time in the airports, you will cut down on the stress of air travel.