Taking a Cruise During Hurricane Season?

Is it worth the risk to plan a cruise to the Caribbean, Bahamas, Bermuda, Mexican Riviera or even Canada or New England during hurricane season? Yes absolutely, with one major stipulation: Prepare for the worst and hope for the best.

The chances that your particular cruise is going to be affected by a hurricane are very slim. But changes to your plans are a possibility and it's important to approach a hurricane season cruise with the right attitude.

Keep an eye on the storms on the Weather Channel or at www.noaa.gov, which features round-the-clock updates on storms that might affect travelers and any impact on cruise ports.

Cruise schedules and itineraries may well be affected by storms, but the chances you'll actually be caught in one are slim to none.

These days, solid engineering and satellite equipment allows cruise lines to follow the paths of storms (and quickly send ships elsewhere);Several cruise lines have established situation rooms -- which enable staffers to monitor storms and respond to changing circumstances.

Start monitoring tropical storm conditions a week before you leave. Be proactive if your cruise seems to be lying in the path of a storm by contacting your travel agent in case contingency plans are necessary.

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