Hey there Sally and welcome aboard planDisney. As someone who is severely affected by rocking ships and spinning rides, I have to manage my motion sickness very carefully. I approach it on two fronts: with stateroom position and with medicine.
In my opinion, the best position on the ship for a Disney Wish Stateroom with Verandah is where there is the least amount of movement and that would be midship lower levels such as Deck 6 and Deck 7. My preference would be Deck 7 because there are no entertainment, lounges, restaurants, or common areas underneath this deck making it the most soundproof. I have stayed forward, aft, and everything in between in the Disney Cruise Line fleet and only had motion issues on one itinerary in the Caribbean when the waters were rough. Also, I use a variety of over-the-counter medicines, ginger candy, and other homeopathic solutions to help with my motion issue as needed.
The bottom line: you can be anywhere on a Disney Cruise Line ship in smooth water and have no motion issues but it is by far the best to be midship with verandah access if you have any motion concerns.
Sally, I hope this advice helps you enjoy smooth sailing. Please feel free to drop anchor here at planDisney again for any more Disney vacation planning tips.
Enjoy making many Magical Memories on the High Seas.
~Jason
FAQs
The bottom line: you can be anywhere on a Disney Cruise Line ship in smooth water and have no motion issues but it is by far the best to be midship with verandah access if you have any motion concerns.
Where is the least amount of motion on a cruise ship? ›
What's the best stateroom location to avoid motion sickness on a cruise? To reduce motion sickness, choose a stateroom in the middle of the ship on a lower deck. You will feel any sway of the ship less in this section.
Which deck on a cruise ship is best for motion sickness? ›
To lessen its impact, take motion sickness medication, wear acupressure bracelets to prevent nausea, and choose one of the lower decks. Midship staterooms on the lowest passenger deck are the best spot to be on a cruise ship in this instance because you don't feel the vessel sway as much.
What is the best part of the cruise ship to avoid seasickness? ›
The middle of the ship and not too high is your safest bet. A mid-ship stateroom with a balcony for quick access to fresh air may be ideal. If not available, consider a room that is either lower or closer to the back, as the front of the ship tends to experience the most movement.
What deck is the best to stay on on a cruise ship? ›
The most stable part of the ship is its lowest point of gravity, so on a lower deck, at the center. You'd feel a lot less motion here than, say, in a stateroom on the upper decks a long way forward or aft (towards the back of the ship).
Which deck has less motion? ›
Lower Decks: Since lower decks are closer to the waterline, they offer a more stable feel with less motion. This can be a significant advantage for those prone to seasickness. Accommodations on these decks are often more affordable, making them an excellent choice for budget-conscious travelers.
Which deck to avoid on a cruise? ›
Look for options for mid-ship, which is closer to the ship's interiors. The rocking motion of the ship reduces in these areas. The rougher the waves, the choppier the sea gets, and the ship will bob more. If you feel seasick, it is better to steer away from any upper deck or cabins in the aft (rear) of the ship.
Where not to stay on a cruise ship? ›
- Interior Cabins That Are Cramped and Often Windowless. The Interior Cabin on Marina. ...
- Cruise Ship Cabins With Obstructed Views. The Junior Suite (Obstructed View) on Carnival Elation. ...
- Noisy Cabins. The Family Harbor Suite on Carnival Horizon. ...
- Cabins With No Privacy. ...
- Cabins That Might Make Seasickness Worse. ...
- Guarantee Cabins.
The nicest and most expensive cabins on any ship are generally on the highest decks. That typically means just below the pool deck. However, the pool deck is often the loudest during the day (and often well into the night).
Are bigger cruise ships better for motion sickness? ›
There are many differences between small and large ships, but when it comes to seasickness, the bigger the vessel, the better. Passengers on smaller ships are more likely to feel every wave and bump that hits the side of the cruise ship.
Log in .
- BEST ROOMS TO BOOK ON A CRUISE.
- Ocean-level cabins.
- Studio rooms.
- Port or starboard staterooms.
- Cabins close to popular attractions.
- Rooms by elevators.
- WORST ROOMS TO BOOK ON A CRUISE.
- Staterooms directly above or below busy areas.
The "Secret Decks" are located at the very front of the ship and will be found on varying decks depending on the ship. These areas are typically accessed through a door located on either side of the ship all the way forward. In most cases you will not find a sign on the access doors explaining where they lead.
Which deck is the lowest on a cruise ship? ›
Decks may start at number 1, but on most cruise ships, you'll board on Deck 4 or Deck 5 – anything lower than these won't be accessible to passengers for the most part.
What part of a ship has the least movement? ›
But, when the seas are rough, you may sway a bit as you walk down the halls. The center of the ship is the part where you'll feel the least movement, so look for a stateroom in the Midship area, and on a Mid-level deck.
Where is the least turbulence on a cruise ship? ›
If you know you have a history of seasickness -- or you're not sure -- your best cabin on a cruise ship will be the more stable cruise ship rooms at midship and on a lower deck, where rocking motion is less likely to be felt.
Where is the calmest room on a cruise ship? ›
Midship cabins
You won't feel the rocking of the sea in a midship cabin nearly as much as you will in a cabin toward the front or back of a vessel. This is because ships are like teeter-totters. They pitch forward and back around a central axis that barely moves.
Which part of a cruise ship has the most motion? ›
The forward is subject to the most movement out of anywhere on a ship. And the higher the deck, the more pronounced that rolling and swaying motion tends to feel. Movement at the aft is a bit less drastic than the forward, but still isn't the most stable place for those who are prone to seasickness.
