Between June 1 to November 30, hurricane season can affect the cruise industry in the Caribbean, though it should not be enough of a concern to warrant foregoing reservations during this time.
Cruise ships specifically do their best to avoid bad weather, and any alternative routing can be perceived as part of the adventure.
A weather system map may appear intimidating, but cruise lines and ships monitor forecasts to stay as far away from the eye of storms as possible. Safety truly does come first, and companies make it a priority to avoid any and all weather-related dangers.
Besides, cruise ships are much more stable than you might imagine. They are optimally designed for comfortable conditions but are also built to withstand rough seas and high winds.
Cruise lines are upping their game to alleviate any passenger fears regardless.
Royal Caribbean International recently implemented the new position of Chief Meteorologist. It is now veteran weatherman James Van Fleet's sole job to track the brand's global fleet and its surrounding conditions to advise best practices throughout the year.
The only other potential negative experience might be a rockier ship navigating the outskirts of a storm.
As mentioned, cruise ships are very stable, particularly the newer and larger ones, but they do still move from time to time. Everyone reacts differently, but you can easily continue enjoying your cruise with proper preparedness.
Consult your doctor and bring seasickness medication as a precaution. Even if you forget, the medical facility onboard can help as well.
The best reason to specifically target hurricane season for a cruise? You can often get a great deal.
Storms peak most around September, and prices can be had lower near the month accordingly. If you happen to live by a homeport and aren't bothered by the greater chance of an itinerary change, you may actually have nothing to lose casting your proverbial sail and seeing where the wind takes you.
For everyone else, a Caribbean cruise during hurricane season is still a fine option so long as you know what you're potentially up against and are in for the adventure.
Otherwise, there are plenty of other destinations to sail to.
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