My husband and I are finally about to realize our long-dreamed-of cruise to the tropics this December. We're on the West Coast and our destinations in the Caribbean are 3-4 hours different from our time. My question to you all is, do you have any travel tips particularly in the area of how to cope with changing time zones? I've read that people can become manic OR depressed and I just do not want that to happen on this once-in-a-lifetime vacation.

I've talked to my pdoc about it and he thinks it'll be fine as long as I stay consistent with my med schedule. I'm normally very good with this, but the time changes will throw me off and the time for getting to the airport will be ridiculous (we fly out at 0630 on Dec. 5th). What all have you done to cope with crazy hours and new experiences? I can hardly wait, and am so excited I can barely stand myself, but I'm also concerned with my health. I've been stable for months now and would hate to mess that up.

Thanks in advance for any help you can give me.