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There are a number of precautions passengers should take before taking a cruise. Karen Bleier/AFP/Getty Images
With the death toll of the Costa Concordia, which capsized off the coast of Italy on Jan. 13, rising into the double digits, the question of cruise ship safety is likely to be on the minds of many people. Here are five things you should take into consideration before embarking on a cruise.
The basic rules for any inland vacation also apply on a cruise. Always lock your cabin door, both when you leave and when in your cabin – especially if travelling alone. Never leave a drink unattended, and wherever possible, order your drinks directly from a bartender, so you can see it being made.
Large cruise liners are a maze of corridors and decks, so travelling alone into unfamiliar parts of the ship should be avoided. Flashing wads of cash or other valuables could make you a target for robbery. Leave any valuables you don’t need at home, and store any excess cash in the ship’s safe. Many cruise companies now have credit card and other digital billing systems, which should cut down on the actual amount of money you need to carry on your person.
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There are a number of precautions passengers should take before taking a cruise. Karen Bleier/AFP/Getty ImagesWith the death toll of the Costa Concordia, which capsized off the coast of Italy on Jan. 13, rising into the double digits, the question of cruise ship safety is likely to be on the minds of many people. Here are five things you should take into consideration before embarking on a cruise.
- The reputation of various cruise lines
- Travellers' insurance
- Your health
- The ship’s layout
- Social perils in general
The basic rules for any inland vacation also apply on a cruise. Always lock your cabin door, both when you leave and when in your cabin – especially if travelling alone. Never leave a drink unattended, and wherever possible, order your drinks directly from a bartender, so you can see it being made.
Large cruise liners are a maze of corridors and decks, so travelling alone into unfamiliar parts of the ship should be avoided. Flashing wads of cash or other valuables could make you a target for robbery. Leave any valuables you don’t need at home, and store any excess cash in the ship’s safe. Many cruise companies now have credit card and other digital billing systems, which should cut down on the actual amount of money you need to carry on your person.
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