What percentage of people get motion sickness on a cruise?

Around 1 in 3 people get motion sickness, but how much you'll feel it on a cruise ship varies hugely. Studies that have been carried out are focused on too small a group (less than 200 participants) or on small ships only where the movement of the boat is much more noticeable.



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What are the chances of getting seasick on a cruise? There's no way to sugar coat this but the prevailing data suggests that around 30 per cent of the population are susceptible. A study cited in The Atlantic further indicated that women are over three times more likely to feel nauseous and dizzy.

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Don't let the worry of seasickness stop you from booking a cruise. Many travelers have gone on dozens of voyages and never had an issue. Even if you do experience motion sickness on board, there are plenty of methods to stop that funny feeling in its tracks.

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Booking an outside cabin in the middle of the ship -- the natural balance point -- is another option. Having a window in your cabin will also give you a consistent view of the horizon point, which can help in avoiding seasickness (unless you find yourself in stormy waters with sea spume splashing against your window).

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If you are inclined to motion sickness but want to ensure an enjoyable cruise, take the following steps to avoid seasickness.
  1. Pack Your Medicine. ...
  2. Get a Good Night's Sleep. ...
  3. Remember to Eat. ...
  4. Get Some Air. ...
  5. Watch the Horizon. ...
  6. Avoid Books and Screens. ...
  7. Head to the Middle. ...
  8. Try Acupressure.


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In 2023, a decade-high number of cruise ships have reported an unwelcome passenger on board: norovirus. Outbreaks of the stomach bug have surged on cruise ships this year, reaching the highest levels seen in 10 years.

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Cabins at the Front of the Ship This is because the front of the ship is more exposed to the movement of the water as they plough through the rough seas. If you're prone to seasickness, it's best to avoid cabins at the front of the ship.

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Over-the-counter medications like Dramamine, Meclizine (also known as Bonine) or diphenhydramine (commonly called Benadryl) can also help prevent or alleviate seasickness. On some ships, these are dispensed freely or are sold in the sundries shop.

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After motion sickness begins, it usually doesn't start getting better until you stop moving. But, most people who are on a boat for a long trip feel better a few days into the trip when they get used to being on the boat, but some people feel seasick for several days.

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Studies have shown that quick application of hand sanitizers does not kill the norovirus. It takes about 30 seconds of hard rubbing with hot water and soap to kill it. The cause of most cruise line norovirus outbreaks is contaminated food or water. The way it spreads is through physical contact.

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Respiratory Illnesses. Respiratory illnesses are the most common medical complaint on cruise ships.

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More than 300 sickened on Ruby Princess cruise ship, CDC says. Hundreds of passengers and crew members fell ill while on board a Princess Cruises ship, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said. In total, 284 of 2,881 passengers on the Ruby Princess reported being sick during the voyage between Feb.

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The Bottom Line on Cruise Safety As the Covid-19 pandemic appears to be easing in most parts of the world, cruise lines have relaxed many of their Covid-19 vaccination, testing and masking requirements and cruises are safe for most people who don't have a compromised immune system.

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To minimize the risk of seasickness, book one of the world's largest ships, such as Royal Caribbean's Wonder of the Seas. Keep in mind that the ocean is much larger than even the most gargantuan ships, so when the seas are rough, you can still feel movement — just less than if you're sailing on a 100-person yacht.

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Choosing The Right Cruise Ship Newer, larger vessels are less prone to motion sickness, thanks to their large size and modern stabilizers that counteract the motion of the waves.

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