Ships toss and turn, and so could you. Those who consume too much alcohol are prone to falling on the deck, in their cabin, even overboard.
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After Costa Concordia disaster: 8 safety tips for cruise ship passengers
The recent cruise ship disaster in Italy has prompted travel industry experts to advise the public about safety steps they can take, not only aboard ships but also in hotels. When the Costa Concordia ran aground off the shore of Tuscany on Jan. 13, roughly 160 yards from the shore of Giglio Island, many of the more than 4,200 passengers and crew on board the ship were reportedly unprepared for the crisis and the evacuation that followed.
Nancy Dunnan, publisher of TravelSmart Newsletter, urges cruise ship passengers to take precautions to protect themselves and their belongings. She suggests the following:
3. Think twice about alcohol
