Travelling by shipsTravelling by ships

OutlineSimple introduction.

Advantages and Disadvantages.

Information for passengers traveling by ship.

The 3 Worst Cruise Ship Disasters.

Ship travel is a charming alternative to long haul flying…. A little known and cheap boat travel option, freighter travel, is popular with student travelers and adventurers of all ilk.

Relaxation

Sightseeing

Experience

Cost ( less cost than travelling by Plan )

Entertainment

Pirates (seriously... they are still out there...)

Icebergs

Drowning

Health (some ships report major food poisoning, flu, etc)

Time (Will spend longer in the middle of the sea in order to reach the place of destination )

Pre-travel counselingYou are advised to visit a doctor, ideally, 4-6 weeks prior

to your scheduled travel plans. … …. Make sure you receive any additional vaccinations, medications or other precautions you may need to stay healthy throughout your trip.

Sea sickness 

• If you are concerned about sea sickness, it is recommended that you take the appropriate medication just before sailing to prevent the illness.

What to Pack :

Comfortable walking shoes

Comfortable active wear for daytime activities

Sun hat, sunglasses, sun block — strongly recommended

Insect repellent

1. RMS Titanic: 

The original cruise ship disaster, the "unsinkable ship "struck an ice berg ” in the North Atlantic on its maiden voyage in 1912 and sank into the icy water, killing more than 1,500 of its 2,200 passengers and crew.

2. Costa Concordia: 

This Italian cruise ship ran aground on a reef off the coast of Tuscany, Italy, in January 2012 and toppled onto its side. Of the 4,200 aboard, 32 died and 64 were injured

3. S.S. Eastland: 

In 1915, just three years after the Titanic sank, the S.S. Eastland passenger tour ship rolled over while in port in downtown Chicago. More than 840 of its 2,500 passengers died in the accident.

Simple introduction.

Advantages and Disadvantages.

Information for passengers traveling by ship.

The 3 Worst Cruise Ship Disasters.

Questions