Seasickness worries?

Question

I am going with some friends of mine on a cruise to Progreso, Yucatan and Cozumel, Mexico. We are using Carnival Cruise Lines. I was wondering if anyone knew if the waters are rough in January in the Gulf of Mexico or if it just depends. We are going straight through the Gulf from Galveston to Progreso. I would hate to feel sick the whole time and not have fun. This will be my 4th cruise and have been lucky on the other 3 to never have any problems.

Answer 1

Some people worry about getting sea sick, but the ships being used these days have automated stabilizers which minimize the rocking. The larger ships cut through the water so easy that you don’t even feel like you are moving. When there is bad weather the cruise lines will steer around and away from it, sometimes changing the order of port stops. Also, the ships generally move overnight and dock in the mornings so you don’t feel much movement. Consequently, your chances of getting sea sick are minimal. There is generally less motion than on an airplane. If you do get
sick, all ships have a doctor and they will dispense sea sick medicines. If you are prone to motion sickness, just get pills or a patch from your own doctor before you go, or go to a boating store and get a sea sickness bracelet.

I have been on about 15 cruises, some to Cozumel, Grand Cayman and other places in the gulf and never gotten seasick.

Answer 2

I can't tell you how the water will be. But if the boat has to go a long distance between stops it is usually smoother, a short distance it will go slower & usually be more rocky. Try bringing some Dramamine (motion sickness med) just incase. ENJOY!!