Cruise ships are a great way to travel to many destinations in a relaxed and comfortable atmosphere. However, when traveling on a ship, illness causing bacteria can be everywhere. If you are considering going on a cruise, one of your concerns may be how to prevent yourself and the others you are traveling with from getting ill aboard the ship. You may be wondering how a cruise line prevent germs from spreading to passengers and crew members. Here are a few ways the cruise line works to keep you safe and also some ways you can help keep yourself and others around you safe from illness and harmful bacteria. Cruise line prevent germs by keeping public restrooms aboard the ship clean and sanitized. It is common for public restrooms located on the ship to have a high volume of use. One tip to keep you from encounter harmful bacteria in the restroom is to use the restroom located in your cabin, or be sure to wash your hands thoroughly with soap and warm water after you use the public restroom. And if possible, avoid touching the door handle on your way out. Cruise ships are small and have large numbers of people aboard making it an ideal place for germs to breed and quickly spread. Often, cruise line prevent germs from spreading by keeping those who become ill quarantined in their cabins. One way you can protect yourself from becoming ill is by washing your hands often. If soap and warm water is not available, bring sanitizing wipes or liquid. You should avoid touching things like the hand railings if possible. Another great tip to help prevent becoming ill from infectious bacteria is by not touching your eyes, nose, or mouth. Your eyes, nose...