How to combat seasickness at a boat party in Malaga and not die trying

One of the most frequent questions we receive from those who are part of Malaga Despedidas, is how to combat seasickness if you are in the middle of a party aboard a boat.

In fact, one of our star services for bachelorette and bachelor parties is the
boat party in Malaga
. On board the ship you will spend the best three party hours of your lives; however, if anyone in the group of guests is prone to seasickness, it is vitally important that you take precautions.

Today we are going to give you some very useful tips so that you can prevent and combat motion sickness. This way you will be able to enjoy your party without any worries other than having a great time.

Why do we get seasick on a boat?

During navigation, there is a kind of conflict between our inner ear and our sight. While the ear tells the brain that we are moving, the eye misperceives that this is not the case.

This mismatch between hearing and sight is what causes the disorientation that results in dizziness. The most common effects of motion sickness are vertigo, nausea, vomiting, sweating and general malaise.

Tips to combat seasickness on board a ship in Málaga

So that you can enjoy without worries the farewell to bachelorhood on board of one of our boats in Malaga, we leave you some effective tips and tricks to prevent and combat the classic seasickness.

Remember that before attending the party you should rest well and, above all, drink plenty of water so as not to be dehydrated.

  • When you feel the dizziness start…

The first thing to do when you notice the first symptoms of dizziness is to immediately stop drinking alcohol and drink a soft drink with gas and sugar.

Having a full stomach is a good way not to get dizzy. Therefore, we advise you not to go to the bachelor party without having eaten any food. Carbohydrates, such as those contained in bread or pasta, will give you that feeling of satiety that will prevent you from getting dizzy so easily.

  • The bow, the best place to combat seasickness

When you feel seasick, head immediately to the front of the boat. The bow allows you to look in the same direction in which the boat is moving; your eyes can better follow the trajectory of the movement and this allows you to find your balance.

At the stern, on the other hand, the sense of orientation is lost and this results in increased seasickness.

The wind or the breeze on your face will also help you to clear your mind and will work as a team to weaken the dizziness.

  • Press a point on the wrist

A very useful trick used by our sailor grandfathers is to press on the wrist veins. This therapy actually comes from Chinese medicine and consists of pressing the Neiguan point.

This point is located about five centimeters from the wrist crease. Pressing it helps control nausea and vomiting.

  • If seasickness is accentuated during the party on board the boat

  1. Take a seat at the bow and wait until you feel better before continuing the celebration.
  2. Drink a soda with sugar and bite into an apple.
  3. Vomit if you need to, but never go down to the cabin or to the toilets. Seasickness can increase in a matter of seconds in that area of the ship.

Likewise, there are medications specially indicated to combat dizziness that you can buy in any pharmacy in Malaga. Do this before attending the bachelor party and keep in mind that, although they are sold over the counter, you should look carefully at the package insert before taking them.

In short, celebrate a bachelor or bachelorette party in a boat party in Benalmádena
boat party in Benalmádena
 is one of the best experiences that you can live together with the bride or groom. Just remember that you need to take some basic precautions so you don’t get seasick from the motion of the boat.

If you want to know more about how to hire our exclusive service, contact us or book your boat party in Malaga right now.