Misskatr5 Posted December 20, 2014 #1 Share Posted December 20, 2014 I'm sailing out of New Orleans on Dec 28th with my family and I was wondering if anyone experienced rough seas during that time. I checked the weather during that time and it says thunderstorms. In my mind I'm thinking rough seas. I have severe motion sickness and I'm tempted to get the patch for this trip. If anyone has experience with the seas during time please let me know. Thank you Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rhinomike Posted December 20, 2014 #2 Share Posted December 20, 2014 We are also departing that day on the Dawn. We departed last year at the same time on Canival Sundance. It was smooth sailing the entire trip. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RuthlessBoss Posted December 20, 2014 #3 Share Posted December 20, 2014 How can anyone predict how the seas will behave days from now? Just go ahead and get the patch if you already know you are prone to sea sickness because it's already playing on your mind;) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare All-ready2cruise Posted December 20, 2014 #4 Share Posted December 20, 2014 I'm sailing out of New Orleans on Dec 28th with my family and I was wondering if anyone experienced rough seas during that time. I checked the weather during that time and it says thunderstorms. In my mind I'm thinking rough seas. I have severe motion sickness and I'm tempted to get the patch for this trip. If anyone has experience with the seas during time please let me know. Thank you It's quite possible that the seas may be smooth as glass, however, why take the chance? There are so many products available that can alleviate the symptoms and thereby increase the possibility of a wonderfully enjoyable cruise experience. If you're unfamiliar with what's available, I'd talk to my pharmacist or doctor and get some advice. JMHO Wishing you a very enjoyable cruise. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ColinIllinois Posted December 20, 2014 #5 Share Posted December 20, 2014 How can anyone predict how the seas will behave days from now? Just go ahead and get the patch if you already know you are prone to sea sickness because it's already playing on your mind;) Exactly. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Misskatr5 Posted December 20, 2014 Author #6 Share Posted December 20, 2014 Good point. No one can predict it. I'll just make sure to get the patch just in case. Thanks for the reply everyone. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shorthairsrus Posted December 21, 2014 #7 Share Posted December 21, 2014 We are departing the same date. I have been watching weather models to see what weather is going to be at the ports still to early to predict winds looks like a split jet stream. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shorthairsrus Posted December 21, 2014 #8 Share Posted December 21, 2014 http://globalsailingweather.com/maps.php?dom=cari1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
biker@sea Posted December 21, 2014 #9 Share Posted December 21, 2014 I'm sailing out of New Orleans on Dec 28th with my family and I was wondering if anyone experienced rough seas during that time. I checked the weather during that time and it says thunderstorms. In my mind I'm thinking rough seas. I have severe motion sickness and I'm tempted to get the patch for this trip. If anyone has experience with the seas during time please let me know. Thank you Not a thing to worry about . Dawn handles rough seas very well . We ran strait into hurricane Fay on dawn a couple months ago . Bow spray was reaching our deck 8 hulled balcony . With seas well over 20 feet it was not that bad of a ride . :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
roger001 Posted December 21, 2014 #10 Share Posted December 21, 2014 My wife uses meclizine (OTC Bromine). One pill the night before the cruise, then 2 or 3 a day during the cruise. Take before feeling motion sickness. They work great for her. As others have said, no way to accurately predict weather or wave activity very much in advance. Unfortunately, of our many cruises, the trip out of New Orleans was the most rock and roll ride we've ever had. Exiting the Mississippi into the Gulf, it began. Lasted through the night and half way through the first day. However, the return trip was smooth as glass. Just can't tell. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Barb Nahoumi Posted December 21, 2014 #11 Share Posted December 21, 2014 My wife uses meclizine (OTC Bromine). One pill the night before the cruise, then 2 or 3 a day during the cruise. Take before feeling motion sickness. They work great for her. As others have said, no way to accurately predict weather or wave activity very much in advance. Unfortunately, of our many cruises, the trip out of New Orleans was the most rock and roll ride we've ever had. Exiting the Mississippi into the Gulf, it began. Lasted through the night and half way through the first day. However, the return trip was smooth as glass. Just can't tell. I use Bonine as well, on cruise ships, small boats, and Bermuda's Pink Busses. They tend to drive fast around curvy roads, which can bring on motion sickness. Bonine works like a charm. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
roger001 Posted December 21, 2014 #12 Share Posted December 21, 2014 I use Bonine as well, on cruise ships, small boats, and Bermuda's Pink Busses. They tend to drive fast around curvy roads, which can bring on motion sickness. Bonine works like a charm. Yea....and I just noticed I said "bromine" in my posting, which I put in my hot tub!!! I meant Bonine....... Thanks for mentioning Bonine!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GoofyCrew Posted December 21, 2014 #13 Share Posted December 21, 2014 Is there a difference between Bonine and Dramamine? Just different brand names? We have always used Dramamine but just curious if this Bonine is more effective? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
woodduckmn Posted December 21, 2014 #14 Share Posted December 21, 2014 (edited) Bonine doesn't make you as drowsy, less side effects. Take it before bedtime and you are typically good for the next day. Edited December 21, 2014 by woodduckmn Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GoofyCrew Posted December 21, 2014 #15 Share Posted December 21, 2014 Bonine doesn't make you as drowsy, less side effects. Take it before bedtime and you are typically good for the next day. Thank you! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DavyJoneses Posted December 21, 2014 #16 Share Posted December 21, 2014 We are also departing that day on the Dawn. We departed last year at the same time on Canival Sundance. It was smooth sailing the entire trip. Same here - it was smooth seas all the way. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bagzrpacked Posted December 21, 2014 #17 Share Posted December 21, 2014 1st cruise I had motion sickness but knew that I loved cruising 2nd cruise I took Bonine the night before my cruise and every night of the cruise. We had water sloshing out of pool and in spa pool... I loved it ! No sickness and slept like a baby. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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