5 GOLDEN RULES FOR SAFE SHORE EXCURSIONS

Posted by Veronica Delacruz
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Aug 24, 2016
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Beach holidays can be super exciting as you see waves at their best in the awesome climate. But there are certain safety tips to consider while on a beach holiday. Specifically if the waves and tides are too high, there’s a high risk of danger. Study weather conditions before making plans and make sure you carry all the safety essentials with you. If you’re traveling with kids keep an eye on them.

So, while you plan a trip to seaside, here are 5 golden rules for safe shore excursions.   

1. Book an excursion with a cruise line – If you’re a first time traveler, do not get into planning one all by yourself. Arrange a trip planner who will help you through it and make sure you get the best deals. They thoroughly check the tour operators and do investigations.

2. Do a good research –Private ships can have some security issues and other loopholes, hence while making your cruise vacation plans, it is highly important to know everything about the cruise liner you’re traveling by. High tides and waves can be dangerous, hence monitor weather and climatic conditions yourself. Keep a weather report app and a map at your convenience so that you can make use of it when needed.

3. Read instructions carefully – Always listen to your ship attendant and other crew members who are there to ensure your safety. Do not leave kids unattended on the ship. Read and be aware of all the Safety precautions. If you or any of your family members are sea sick, talk to the physician before the trip itself and carry necessary medicines along.

4. Carry life jacket and other essentials –
Though this is quite obvious, but still having emergency kit handy is a good idea always. Make sure your travel plans don’t become a mess and you have a successful voyage. If you are not sure of any activity or adventure that includes you diving in the water, make sure you have a life jacket or do not risk it at all.

5. Be sure of your limits- Hydrophobia is nothing to be taken less seriously. If you are scared of water, be sure of what all adventures you really want to indulge in.  According to your travel itinerary, span all the places and have total fun but also be careful of thriller adventures.

These trips can be extremely exciting but you also need to be careful of the safety and take necessary precautions beforehand. Make sure you share these safety tips with your other travel mates and friends, family as well and be safe. While planning trips, do this well in advance so that you also get time to do a good research and save huge on tickets, hotel rates for early booking. During holiday seasons, you can check out online couponing sites for deals and hot discounts on your packages. Be a smart traveler and help others to be one! Share your story too!
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