Worried about staying on plan while on our cruise

[helenk]

My husband and I are going on a cruise to Bermuda, and I really am looking forward to it, because we do not go on vacations together that often...he is a workaholic and does not like Disney, (opposites do attract)
We leave on June 5th, my concern is with all the food options, has anyone been able to stay on plan during a cruise? I know that I can do my walking and even use the exercise equipment, but I am really concerned about the eating.
Any hints, advice would be greatly appreciated.

 

[2angelsinheaven]

I am on Atkins, I did not however stick with my plan while on our 8 day cruise in March, I paid for it though by gaining weight, but I lost it right after we returned. I'm not too farmilar with SD, but from what I just read it seems very doable as you have a little more choices than Atkins when it comes to snacks, veggies, etc. I think you'll be able to find plenty to eat. If your in the dining room and something sticks out at you, it's good, on plan, etc... sometimes if you request they can have that available for you everynight if you'd like. Talk to the Maitre D' he can help with diet requests as well. There are so many food options that you'll have plenty to choose from. I could have easily done it, however I went off plan because I guess deep down inside I still haven't lost my love of new things, some of which included new foods.

 

[DVCTiff]

I quick rule would be to NOT have dessert every night. Maybe you're not a sweets person but I know if someone brought it to me every night, I would eat it. Bring some string cheese and almonds if you think they will help carry you from meal to meal and remember to have a good time.

 

[webray]

We cruised last september..hubby and I were both down 30 pounds when we left. We had already planned on not sticking to atkins while on the ship....after all, it was our anniversary cruise, and we both had a few more pounds to go.

We used the stairs most of the time, didn't over eat, but enjoyed ourselves. I was only up two pounds when we got home, he was up about 4 I think. We went right back into a couple weeks of induction when we got home, no problems.