A safety and muster drill will take place shortly after you board. The purpose of this exercise is to ensure that the guests know how to calmly and successfully evacuate the area when a dire situation takes place. This is initiated before departure, and your participation is required. During the drill, the crew will demonstrate how to use the life vests, and they will also show you the emergency exits located in the ship.
Take the time to carefully read the safety booklet and map that you will find in your room. These pamphlets contain reminders about on-board safety and health procedures. The miniature maps will help you find your way through the ship, which is so immense it can cause confusion. This will effectively assist you in the familiarization of routes to the dining area or the nearest emergency exit from your stateroom.
Many people might think that because the ship is so large, it is all right to do whatever that pleases them. Mind your manners when you are in the dining area. Ensure that you are always careful when you are in this room by not running and being raucous. Be cautious when you are looking out in the ocean by keeping a safe distance from the side railings.
Traveling across the ocean has its own possible perils. Although the ship ha on-board medications and the like, bring your own medicines for a faster turnaround. If you get seasick,pack your own meds. Have a first-aid kit and a flashlight. Wear comfortable shoes and know the doctors on board.
