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To Cruise, Or Not To Cruise? That is the question…part 6

Mar 19, 2009

Won’t I Get Fat?
Okay, we know the rumor that the average person gains about five pounds on a one-week cruise. But for those watching calories, be assured there will be low-fat (and often low-carb) options on the menus and many healthy choices at the buffets; the newest trend is trans-fat free food. Meantime, you can burn calories by working out in the ship’s gym, walking fast or jogging around the various decks (we like ditching the elevators in favor of the stairs), and mountain biking, hiking and kayaking at the ports.

For those with other dietary needs, the chef aims to please. Most any dietary restriction can be honored by simply having a conversation with the Head Waiter once you arrive on board. Kosher, low salt, vegan, gluten-free…you name it and most likely the chef can accommodate it.

Now, back to the question at hand…”won’t I get fat”? Look, no one is forcing food in your mouth. YOU have to go through the effort of walking to the buffet, pizza line, dining room and ice cream stand. Its really no different from walking around your town or a mall. If you don’t want to over eat, simply……don’t.

To Cruise, Or Not To Cruise? That is the question…part 6

Mar 19, 2009

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