Health & Safety Questions
Staying well, and staying protected, at sea.
Get Up to 5 Free Cruise QuotesThe questions to settle before you sail, so you can relax once you do.
Is there a doctor onboard?
Ocean cruise ships have a medical center with a doctor and nurses for common illness and emergencies. Care is charged to your onboard account; serious cases are evacuated ashore.
Will my health insurance cover me at sea?
Often not outside your home country. Original Medicare generally does not cover care abroad. Buy travel insurance that includes medical and evacuation cover.
How do I avoid seasickness?
Choose a larger ship, a low midship cabin, and itineraries in calmer waters. Fresh air, looking at the horizon and remedies recommended by your doctor all help.
How do I avoid getting sick onboard?
Wash hands often with soap and water, use sanitizer at buffets, and report symptoms to the medical center promptly.
Is cruising safe?
Cruise ships follow international safety rules, run a mandatory safety briefing on every voyage, and have extensive security. Use common sense in port, as you would anywhere.
Can I cruise if I need a wheelchair or oxygen?
Yes, with planning. Book an accessible cabin early and notify the line of equipment and medical needs. See accessible cruising.
Do I really need travel insurance?
Yes. It protects your payments if you must cancel, and covers medical care and evacuation, which can cost tens of thousands of dollars from a ship.
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