Traditionally, most people like to take vacations during the summer, because of nice weather and closed schools. And of course, how can one resist the temptation of a Caribbean cruise, especially at the low prices often available? But, it is important to remember that the hurricane season in the Caribbean lasts from June to early November.
Cruise ships are well built and strong, but they can still be destroyed. Sadly, there have been some tragedies involving cruise ships in the last decade. This isn’t meant to scare you but make you aware that Mother Nature dictates your holiday especially in the hurricane season. While being careful is a must, you should also consider that cruise ships are equipped with technology which is able to forecast the weather, so you shouldn’t be overly concerned.
Cruise lines put the safety of passengers first, so they won’t intentionally go through a major storm. Cruise lines can skip or change a port of call with little or no compensation. If the weather is going to be particularly severe, they can also cancel the cruise and provide their passengers with vouchers for future travel. But unfortunately, even if you get a voucher, a cancelled cruise can sometimes mean that you won’t get a vacation at all, especially if your schedule is not too flexible.
You might want to check with the cruise line company or with your travel agent to get more information about cancellations due to severe weather. Travel insurance can also give you a margin of security, but be careful to read all the small print, since most plans do not cover acts of nature.
A storm may not be enough to cancel a cruise and you can still have an enjoyable time. You will still be able to enjoy indoor activities such as shows and classes of different types. You can also bring plenty of reading materials, music and movies for the whole family to enjoy.
And, don’t forget to bring medications for sea sickness. Sometimes the waters are rough even in nice weather. If you feel sea sickness coming on, move toward the center of the ship, since this area doesn’t sway as much.
You can also prepare a default vacation plan in the event of cancellation of your cruise. You can, for example, embark in a fun place such as Orlando. This way, if the cruise is cancelled, you can still have fun at Disney World. And if the airport is closed, you might want to consider some road trip options.
If you plan to vacation during the hurricane season, flexibility is key, and you should be ready to have a good time even in unpleasant weather conditions. Consider nice weather a bonus in the off season.
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