Since January 11, Princess Leonor began her voyage through international waters aboard the training ship Juan Sebastián Elcano, embarking on one of the most demanding experiences of her military training.
The heir to the throne faces a six-month voyage that will take her to eight countries as part of her training in the Spanish Navy.
However, adapting to life on the high seas has not been easy.
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Accustomed to the stability of dry land, Leonor has had to face a great physical and emotional challenge.
According to the Spanish portal, El Cronista, In the first days of the trip, dizziness and nausea have become her biggest obstacle.
According to the press, the intensity of the swell has caused episodes of vomiting, which has even led her to miss some classes to recover in her cabin.
The most demanding stretch so far has been the crossing between the Canary Islands and Brazil, which lasted 22 days.
During this period, the strong movement of the ship and the feeling of confinement made her adaptation process even more complicated.
Sources close to her revealed that Leonor has also experienced moments of claustrophobia, something completely understandable in such a confined environment.
To alleviate the symptoms, the medical team of the Juan Sebastián Elcano has been monitoring her evolution, providing her with biodramine to minimize the dizziness and ensuring that her training continues without major setbacks.
Although the King and Queen have requested that Leonor not receive special treatment, the crew has tried to facilitate her integration, making the transition to life on board as smooth as possible.
Princess Leonor suffers from motion sickness
Motion sickness is a common problem for those who are not used to sailing.
Specialists recommend techniques such as fixing your eyes on a stable point, avoiding prolonged reading and staying well hydrated.
In the case of the princess, in addition to medication, she has been advised to temporarily reduce her participation in overly demanding physical activities.
Despite these difficulties, the heir to the throne remains steadfast in her commitment to her education.
As we reported here on RoyalFamily.News, on February 14, Leonor and the rest of the crew made landfall in Brazil, their first stop on this tour.
This break in Salvador de Bahia is an opportunity to recuperate before continuing with the demanding naval training program.