Rough weather is possible , but ships usually stay out of the way of a storm . Cruise ships are not obligated to stick to their normal course . Cruise ships took different approaches when ships were left behind before Irene . Expert : Use travel caution ; stay close to the ship if a storm is approaching .
Rough weather is possible , but ships usually move out of the way of a storm . Cruise ships are not obligated to stick to their published itinerary . Cruise lines took different approaches when guests were left behind before Irene . Expert : Buy travel insurance ; stay close to the ship if a storm is approaching .