Sea Travel Guidelines
Ethan Sullivan
| 26-03-2024
· Information Team
For those who live by the sea or frequently engage in sea travel, whether short or long, adequate preparation is essential.
To ensure the safety and enjoyment of your journey at sea, please carefully read and strictly adhere to the following guidelines before boarding the vessel.
Sailing Safety Regulations
1. Smoking is prohibited on the dock and inside the sailboat cabins.
2. Those suffering from heart disease, hypertension, diabetes, asthma, infectious diseases, pregnant women, and severe seasickness should not board the yacht. If tourists conceal the above conditions and accidents occur during the voyage, they are responsible for the consequences.
3. Boarding must be done in a queue under the guidance of staff. Pay attention to safety on the floating dock and be careful when ascending and descending gangway steps to avoid falling into the sea.
4. older adults over sixty and children under ten must be accompanied by adults responsible for caring for older people and children.
5. To prevent loss or falling into the water, Please take care of your personal belongings, such as mobile phones, cameras, and camcorders.
6. During the voyage, sit securely and follow the commands of the captain or crew. If you feel unwell, report it to the captain promptly.
7. To protect the marine environment and maintain the yacht's cleanliness, littering in the sea and inside the cabin is strictly prohibited.
8. Pets such as dogs and cats are strictly prohibited on sailboats.
9. During activities such as diving, fishing, or swimming at sea, strict compliance with the captain or crew's regulations or requirements according to the situation and environment is required, and dangerous behaviors such as diving are prohibited.
10. Those who do not comply with the above safety requirements or disobey the captain's instructions during the voyage and cause adverse consequences should bear responsibility, and compensation should be made for any damage to the yacht.
11. If a passenger's behavior affects or endangers the regular sailing of the sailboat and persuasion is ineffective, the captain has the right to announce a return voyage, and the fees paid by passengers will not be refunded.
12. At sea, some people are prone to seasickness. Preventive measures usually include getting enough rest before going out to sea and maintaining a good attitude; applying seasickness patches or taking medication 30 minutes before departure; staying out of enclosed spaces on the boat as much as possible and staying in well-ventilated areas with a wide field of view; looking at distant mountains or islands, applying menthol oil, etc.
Dressing Suggestions
Wear comfortable and fitting clothes and non-slip white-soled deck shoes that won't dirty the beautiful deck, similar to taking off shoes when entering someone else's house, to show respect and maintain cleanliness.
Wear a sun-protective sailor hat, sunscreen, and preferably sunglasses with protective straps. Bring warm clothing to resist the sea breeze; waterproof jackets can keep the body dry. Wearing gloves while working can protect your hands when handling ropes. Waterproof bags and all-weather sailing clothes are the best equipment for harsh weather conditions.
Boarding Etiquette
When boarding for the first time, pay attention to boarding etiquette.
First, obtain the captain's permission before boarding, like being invited to enter someone else's house. Be very careful when boarding, bend your foot backward when crossing the gangway to maintain your body's center of gravity, place personal belongings in the appropriate position in the cabin after boarding, and prevent them from falling into the water when the boat tilts.
"Think for Yourself"
Sailboats often tilt or unexpectedly tilt, especially for beginners not yet accustomed to moving on a tilting boat. Remember to "think for yourself," "one hand for yourself, one hand for the boat." Holding onto the ropes, cabin roof poles, or any fixed device on the boat can help you stand firm.
When moving, bend your body slightly, keep your center of gravity low, and be careful not to bump into crossbars or let them bump into you. Always remember to walk on the deck on the windward side for safety.