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It rarely happens but when an emergency occurs on a cruise ship it is a huge logistical undertaking to keep everyone safe and in extreme cases get them evacuated off the ship. Well, it just happened. The cruise ship the Viking Sky was sailing in waters along the Norwegian coast when the engine failed in rough seas stranding the ship. They airlifted half of the 900 passengers with helicopters to safety before the disabled ship was finally able to get to a port. Even if you don’t have to be airlifted off the cruise ship you should think about how to be prepared for getting caught in rough seas which may impact on-board service and your comfort.

Cruise Ship Emergency Advice

A couple of smart tips for peace of mind while sailing on a cruise ship for those rare, just-in-case emergencies.

  1. Pack and change into sturdy closed-toe rubber-soled shoes. They are the best for preventing slips and falls on wet surfaces, a rocking ship, and protecting you from broken glass.
  2. Pack a water-proof pouch or waist pack. Besides using it on water play cruise excursions to keep your phone or camera dry, you could wear it to keep those plus your jewelry, medications, and other small valuables on your person and your hands-free. Pack two per person if necessary.
  3. Make sure your ID, any medical information, travel medical insurance, and phone number of next kin are easy to find in your waterproof bag.
  4. Bring a small flashlight waterproof LED is ideal, with a clip-on attachment. It may come in handy if the electricity, back-up generators, and lights go out for navigating dark hallways.
  5. Bring backup power for your phone (external battery pack) or any other device you may need.
  6. Keep hand sanitizer and disinfecting wipes handy. During a recent cruise disaster, the toilets stopped working and because of the relative chance of a norovirus outbreak, they can help keep you healthy.
  7. Keep a supply of bottled water in your cabin at all times. Replenish it as you use it.
  8. Keep packaged snacks handy in your stateroom.

Cruise ship personnel and staff are trained to keep passengers safe in case of an emergency. Follow their advice and guidance should a cruise ship emergency arise during your sailing. However, preparing by bringing the above items can go along a long way should your cruise run afoul. Bon voyage.

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Thefts at beaches and pools increase during the busy vacation season when tourists and locals flock to the water.  Most beachgoers leave their wallets, cell phones, cameras or other valuables while they go for a swim or walk along the shore hoping that they’ll be there when they return. Most think they don’t have an alternative but to leave their property unattended or guarded. Some are clever enough to “hide” their valuables under a towel, but in a blink of an eye, their property can be picked up and gone. The quick and low-cost solution is to pack and use a waterproof waist pack or waterproof neck pouch you wear while swimming to protect and keep your gear near.

If you have a lounge chair then a packable and portable beach safe or locking beach tote like the anti-theft Coolbag Tote you can tether to the lounge chair are great solutions because you can use them in other Cool Bag Tote to hide and secure valuables at the pool and beachlocations such as your hotel room to secure valuables too.

Thefts at beaches – also called beach blanket thefts, happen all around the world.  The more crowded the beach, the higher the rate of theft. The problem tends to be more pronounced outside of the US at beaches which attract many people. One example is in Rio de Janeiro, where in years past it was not unusual to see gangs of young people suddenly sweep over the beach, snatching up phones, bags, and valuables and then scattering in all directions with their loot making it difficult for authorities to capture them.

Video of Beach Thefts in Rio de Janeiro

The no-cost solution for protecting your gear water-side is to head to the beach with at least another person so someone can always keep watch of valuables while the other is in the water, but this is not always the most fun or practical way to enjoy the water.

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Water-Proof Body Pouches
Do you think the best way to protect your valuables while swimming, snorkeling, or jogging along the shoreline is to have them on you? The newest styles of waterproof gear are extremely reliable and rated for water-fastness. No soggy passports or ruined phones! And with so many styles to choose from you’re bound to find one just the right style of waterproof pouch to make your next water adventure worry-free.