Read up about parasailing. Go to a website such as Parasailing.com (see Resources). Learn about the procedure that parasailing entails. Make sure you read about the risk involved in the activity and thoroughly understand the importance of following the prescribed safety precautions.
Contact parasailing companies. Look up the companies that offer parasailing services in Orange Beach, Alabama. Try websites such as ABC Parasail, Orange Beach Parasail and Pleasure Island Parasail (see Resources). Learn about the types of rides they offer and find out parasailing rates. Ask for a quote if the rates are not specified. If you intend to bring a partner, check with the companies to see whether flights are solo.
Select a company. From the information on the websites, compare the trip details, safety measures, crew experience and rates. Speak to anyone you know who has parasailed in Orange Beach, Alabama, in the recent past. Gather information about their experience with the parasailing company they used. Compare this with your research and determine the company with which you wish to book a trip.
Prepare for the ride. Carry sunscreen and sunglasses to protect you from the sun. Parasailing involves cruising over the water at high speeds before you rise up into the sky. If you tend to have motion sickness, carry medication to take before you begin parasailing.
Arrive well in time for your ride. Follow the instructions the crew gives you. Understand thoroughly the signals and emergency measures. If you don't want a final dip in the ocean, specify it clearly to the crew. Practice controlled breathing and visualization to get over any initial anxiety.
