Some parts of the Caribbean are more prone to rough seas than others. Generally, where one water body runs into another there is a greater chance of rough seas, so aside from the effects of tropical storms, the sea is most likely to be rough where the Caribbean meets the Atlantic Ocean. Despite the size of the ship and the stabilisers in places, you will still feel the motion of the waves if they are big. It is a good idea to stay seated if it gets too wavey, and you might want to take some medication to ease your stomach. I would say that pain during sex can be great—heightening all the sensations—if you trust your partner.” This is where it gets juicy: More than 100 of you wrote in to explain what you like, and why! Generally, responses to the type of pain you enjoy fell into the following categories: Different seas will be at their roughest at different times of the year, so it is worth researching the area you plan to visit. In general, the more northerly seas are roughest in the winter months whilst tropical areas experience the most storms between June and the end of November.

Enjoying pain as the result of being dominated (“I enjoy the pain because it puts me in a submissive head space. I feel like I’m being used for someone else’s pleasure.”)I had a sub who liked rough anal sex and that didn’t want me to use a lot of lube.” –Survey respondent About the pain & anal sex survey Rough sex is hard to define because the practice can cover a wide spectrum, from hard kissing to the incorporation of BDSM (Bondage-Discipline, Dominance-Submission, Sadism-Masochism) elements. One person might consider a certain sex act rough that another person does not. Also, even though some people use the words “violent” and “forceful,” remember that consent is absolutely necessary and should never be assumed. How to Explore Rough Sex Safely Do you have any questions about cruising when the sea is rough? I’ve answered some of the things I get asked most often below… Are Cruise Ships Safe in Rough Seas?

The captain will keep you informed of how long the rough seas are likely to last and they will let you know if there’s a need to navigate around the storm. Enjoying pain as the result of pinching/twisting/hair pulling/flogging/restraint (that is part of sex but not from anal penetration) Pain can be enjoyable, if your partner knows how to keep it at the right level.” –Survey respondent Who participated? Western Mediterranean cruises that usually depart from Barcelona or Rome could also be affected by a “medicane” (a portmanteau of Mediterranean hurricane). This is a tropical storm that usually hits the region about once a year, most commonly in the autumn.

This can also affect the Ionian Sea during January and February, affecting cruises out of Venice or Istanbul. 4. The Caribbean Sex should involve ongoing consent that isn’t grudging or manipulated and all parties should feel secure in the knowledge they can stop any time. The biggest waves are caused by tropical typhoons and cyclones which are a risk during a tropical storm season that lasts between July and November. The peak time for storms is late August and early September.

Biting can easily go very wrong so start off with a nibble before experimenting with pressure. Again, sterilise and cover any skin breakages. • Spanking and caningThis is one of the roughest seas in the world. There are no large landmasses in the area so there is a large, unimpeded flow of current that carries a huge volume of water through the passage. Combine this with high wind speeds, and you get conditions that mean very few passengers will escape without experiencing rough seas in this area. In extreme weather conditions, cruise ships like the Anthem of the Seas have successfully navigated through 30-foot (9-metre) waves with no major issues or injuries to passengers or crew. What Time Of Year Are Seas The Roughest? Here’s some essential safety advice for six of the more popular rough sex activities: • Groping, grabbing, pinching, and hair pulling I’ve experienced some particularly rough cruises in September in the Caribbean, including one that was cancelled altogether due to the weather. Communication is always an important part of healthy and safe sex, but it is even more important when it comes to rough sex. It is easy to get “caught up in the moment,” making it a good idea to discuss boundaries beforehand. You might also consider establishing a safe word to make sure that anyone can stop the action at any time.