Cruising Tips To Keep You Healthy
Here are some ideas related to your health for you to consider
before you take your cruise.
Some areas of the world are still prone to illnesses that we
haven't seen in years. Check with your cruise line to see if you
will require any specific vaccinations prior to your cruise.
Make an appointment to see your personal physician if you need
any.
Make sure that you have plenty of your prescription medications
with you. It is recommended that you take a few extra pills over
the number you will need for the duration of your cruise. It is
also recommended that you get a letter from your physician on
his or her letterhead stating the medications that are
prescribed for you. This may help you go more quickly through
customs. Ask you physician for a recommendation for seasickness
remedies, just in case.
When you make reservations with your cruise line tell them if
you are in need of any type of specific diet. They can generally
accommodate most requests.
Even though most of your needs can be purchased on the cruise
boat, it's easier, and cheaper, to pack some of your own. Pack
aspirin, antacids and anti-diarrhea medications. Don't forget
your daily vitamins or any other daily supplement you may take.
Make yourself a first aid kit with band aids and antibiotic
cream in case of cuts.
Make sure you have sunscreen with you with an SPF of at least
30. Once you get the first hints of a tan you can lower your SPF
protection. The last thing you want to do is ruin your precious
vacation with a bad sunburn. Remember to put on your sunscreen
heavily, and at least 15 minutes before you go into the sun. If
you spend time in the pool make sure that you re-apply it
according to the manufacturers instructions.
Pack a hat to help further protect yourself from the sun, which
you will find much stronger the farther south you cruise. Also,
don't forget your sunglasses with a strong UV protection. You
need to protect your eyes too.