Cruise Safety Tips for New Yorkers
Summertime usually means time for a vacation and for 10 million Americans, that vacation includes a cruise. While many associate cruising with an all-inclusive extravaganza of relaxation and eating, it is important to keep your personal safety at the forefront of your cruising plans. Here are some tips for a safer cruise for New Yorkers:
Check the ship’s report card: The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) issue report cards for vessels based on cleanliness, repair, food preparation and storage, water quality, hygiene, and pest management. Check the score before you book to make sure the ship has passed inspection.
Be on alert: Even though the environment feels relaxed, use the same common sense you would in the city. Avoid secluded or dark places, stay away from volatile situations and keep an eye on your drink.
Safeguard your valuables: Don’t bring high value items on the cruise to begin with. Use the safe in your cabin to store jewelry and pocket money.
Don’t forget food and drink safety: Check foods for ingredients that you may be allergic to. Make sure that meat and eggs are cooked thoroughly. If you are suspicious of something, don’t be afraid to send it back or ask for something else. Alcohol can impair your judgment, so enjoy in moderation.
Be careful when gambling: If you are a lucky winner, ask for an escort and keep your winnings in the safe. Resist the temptation to celebrate or throw your new-found money around as it will draw unwanted attention to you.
Even with these safety tips in mind, dangerous events can still happen while on a cruise due to various forms of negligence and reckless behavior. If you or a loved one has experienced an accident on a cruise ship due to another person’s negligence, contact the experienced New York cruise ship injury lawyers of Wingate, Rusotti and Shapiro at 212-222-4336.
