Fresh air usually helps you feel better, so try and spend more time on deck (in the middle of the ship) than in your cabin. If you start to feel sick, focus on your breath and staying calm. Find a focal point on the horizon to rebalance your senses and reset your equilibrium.

Feeling better on a cruise, particularly when dealing with motion sickness or "mal de mer," requires a combination of environmental adjustments and medicinal help. The most effective way to stabilize your equilibrium is to keep your eyes on the horizon, which provides a fixed visual reference point that matches the motion your inner ear is sensing. Staying in the middle of the ship on a lower deck is also recommended, as this is the "center of gravity" where the pitching and rolling of the vessel are least felt. Staying hydrated with water and eating bland foods like green apples, crackers, or ginger-infused snacks can settle a queasy stomach. For many, over-the-counter medications like Bonine (meclizine) or the Scopolamine patch are essential, but these should ideally be started 24 hours before the ship sets sail to be most effective. Additionally, ensuring you get plenty of fresh air on an open deck can prevent the feeling of confinement that often exacerbates nausea, and avoiding heavy alcohol or greasy foods during the first few days helps your body acclimate to the "sea legs" sensation.