CaptainPanda 2 Posted February 11, 2020 Report Share Posted February 11, 2020 Not specific to Royal Caribbean, but we *did* just get back from a RC cruise on Explorer to the Eastern Caribbean. Loved the cruise, and already planning our next one. We got back into port on Friday morning, and disembarked. I expected to feel as though I was still on the boat for a few hours afterwards, maybe a day or two. But here it is Monday evening, and I still feel as though I'm swaying and bobbing. Is this a normal feeling, or something I should be concerned about? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
KristiZ 853 Posted February 11, 2020 Report Share Posted February 11, 2020 Here's a thread with others' comments: Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Jimbo47 1 Posted February 11, 2020 Report Share Posted February 11, 2020 It happens. My wife is usually “off” for 2 or 3 days. And we make sure she has at least 2 full days home before heading back to work Quote Link to post Share on other sites
SnickerTail 76 Posted February 11, 2020 Report Share Posted February 11, 2020 11 hours ago, CaptainPanda said: Not specific to Royal Caribbean, but we *did* just get back from a RC cruise on Explorer to the Eastern Caribbean. Loved the cruise, and already planning our next one. We got back into port on Friday morning, and disembarked. I expected to feel as though I was still on the boat for a few hours afterwards, maybe a day or two. But here it is Monday evening, and I still feel as though I'm swaying and bobbing. Is this a normal feeling, or something I should be concerned about? Obviously you need to go on another cruise as quickly as possible. Like turning something off then on again - maybe it didn't reset your equilibrium and you need to try again. For science. CaptainPanda, Ogilthorpe, Hoski and 4 others 1 5 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
sk8erguy1978 1,061 Posted February 11, 2020 Report Share Posted February 11, 2020 Yeah it's normal, wife gets intermittent wobbly / dizzy spells for a few days after. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
monctonguy 1,726 Posted February 11, 2020 Report Share Posted February 11, 2020 Interesting to see how long it lasts..its seems like this winter season the seas have been rougher or more swells causing ppl who normally aren't bothered by it to even notice it. We couldn't believe how much movement there was on our HOS cruise in Nov..and there were many cases where ships encountered rougher than normal seas(I would say) for that time of year. Normally for the first day or so off the ship I can feel it from time to time....this time it took me a couple of days. There have been cruises where I had NO feelings or affects like that though. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
ScooterScott22 197 Posted February 11, 2020 Report Share Posted February 11, 2020 It is not unusual but it can be problematic if it continues. There is a condition is called Mal De Debarquement and if symptoms last more than a few days you should consider seeking treatment. There is not a specific treatment but there are options. I do like the idea of getting back on the ship!!! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
CurtisM 9 Posted February 11, 2020 Report Share Posted February 11, 2020 It's normal. I spent 9 years in the Navy and when we got back from deployment I always felt the same way. It's an inner ear thing. Should go away, but if it persist see your doctor. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
WannaCruise 913 Posted February 11, 2020 Report Share Posted February 11, 2020 I often get that too. Will be sitting in our living room and the room is swaying....and no drink in hand. Last a few days and then should go away. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
VACruiser 340 Posted February 11, 2020 Report Share Posted February 11, 2020 I normally take Bonine for a couple of days after a cruise and it seems to help a lot. I'm very prone to the swaying effect whereas my wife never gets it. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
CaptainPanda 2 Posted February 11, 2020 Author Report Share Posted February 11, 2020 59 minutes ago, SnickerTail said: Obviously you need to go on another cruise as quickly as possible. Like turning something off then on again - maybe it didn't reset your equilibrium and you need to try again. For science. That's gotta be it. Perfect remedy. You're really good at this whole 'diagnosis' thing! Ogilthorpe and KristiZ 2 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
CaptainPanda 2 Posted February 11, 2020 Author Report Share Posted February 11, 2020 51 minutes ago, monctonguy said: Interesting to see how long it lasts..its seems like this winter season the seas have been rougher or more swells causing ppl who normally aren't bothered by it to even notice it. We couldn't believe how much movement there was on our HOS cruise in Nov..and there were many cases where ships encountered rougher than normal seas(I would say) for that time of year. Normally for the first day or so off the ship I can feel it from time to time....this time it took me a couple of days. There have been cruises where I had NO feelings or affects like that though. I will say that the seas on embarkation day out of Miami were particularly rough. We were sailing with a couple of experienced cruisers who said it was unusual. The rest of the trip was pretty smooth, though. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
HendersonPhoto 19 Posted February 11, 2020 Report Share Posted February 11, 2020 52 minutes ago, CurtisM said: It's normal. I spent 9 years in the Navy and when we got back from deployment I always felt the same way. It's an inner ear thing. Should go away, but if it persist see your doctor. Ahoy shipmate! Yup... After a six month deployment on the Constellation I remember feeling the sway for about a week. WAAAYTOOO 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Psycho and Barb 100 Posted February 11, 2020 Report Share Posted February 11, 2020 13 hours ago, CaptainPanda said: Not specific to Royal Caribbean, but we *did* just get back from a RC cruise on Explorer to the Eastern Caribbean. Loved the cruise, and already planning our next one. We got back into port on Friday morning, and disembarked. I expected to feel as though I was still on the boat for a few hours afterwards, maybe a day or two. But here it is Monday evening, and I still feel as though I'm swaying and bobbing. Is this a normal feeling, or something I should be concerned about? The feeling seems to disappear the more you cruise...Our suggestion is to cruise more...Lol Ogilthorpe, Neesa, WAAAYTOOO and 1 other 1 3 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Va4fam 211 Posted February 11, 2020 Report Share Posted February 11, 2020 Better yet, never get off the ship! You'll get your sea legs in no time matey! Aaarrrgghhh! Ogilthorpe and Neesa 2 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
SweetHomeLady 42 Posted February 11, 2020 Report Share Posted February 11, 2020 Taking Sudafed (little red ones) seems to help me. I think they promote ear drainage. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
CurtisM 9 Posted February 11, 2020 Report Share Posted February 11, 2020 5 hours ago, HendersonPhoto said: Ahoy shipmate! Yup... After a six month deployment on the Constellation I remember feeling the sway for about a week. Remember the post cruise sway well. Enterprise World Cruise 1989, 44,000 miles. My cruise last year on Freedom I didn't feel a thing as the boat rocked. Watched the people while sitting at the pub as they staggered down the promenade. HendersonPhoto 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
ChessE4 743 Posted February 12, 2020 Report Share Posted February 12, 2020 22 hours ago, CaptainPanda said: Not specific to Royal Caribbean, but we *did* just get back from a RC cruise on Explorer to the Eastern Caribbean. Loved the cruise, and already planning our next one. We got back into port on Friday morning, and disembarked. I expected to feel as though I was still on the boat for a few hours afterwards, maybe a day or two. But here it is Monday evening, and I still feel as though I'm swaying and bobbing. Is this a normal feeling, or something I should be concerned about? Yes, it can happen and falls into the "normal" category. It will go away with time but there are also exercises one can do if you feel vertigo and can't really function (lying in bed and moving hour head--check the internet). It has to do with your inner ear. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
SpeedNoodles 4,521 Posted February 12, 2020 Report Share Posted February 12, 2020 Mine consistently lasts 3 weeks no matter how calm the waters were or how long the cruise was, so everyone seems to be different. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
MinnesotaCruiser 58 Posted February 12, 2020 Report Share Posted February 12, 2020 We had quite a rocky cruise this time (all the way forward deck 10 didn’t help either) but neither my husband or I get seasick so it was fine. What was bad was the motion on land! At ports I couldn’t wait to get back on the ship to feel normal. Took me about 5 days before neither of us could feel the ocean waves. While it was annoying I was sort of sad to see it fade as it was the last reminder of our cruise other than the pictures and souvenirs... Ogilthorpe and WAAAYTOOO 1 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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