How much weight do most people gain on a cruise?

How much weight does an average person gain on a cruise?

Weight gain on cruises is individual. Some folks avoid it, even drop pounds.

• Two-week cruise: 2 kg or roughly 5 lbs is conceivable.
• Longer cruises: Weight gain will be more.

Cruise ships really push the food availability boundary, like, always something to munch on. Temptation's high!

Interestingly, it's the shift from routine that gets me. Home: Salad. Ship: Burger. That's my downfall!

Is it possible to lose weight on a cruise ship?

Losing weight on a cruise? Honey, that's like trying to find a quiet spot at a kid's birthday party – good luck. It's entirely possible, but requires the willpower of a seasoned marathon runner fueled solely by kale smoothies.

Key factors:

• Your Cruise Line's Cuisine: Some lines cater more to refined palates (and smaller portions!) than others. Princess, I've found, is less of a buffet battleground than, say, Royal Caribbean. But that's just my experience. My aunt, bless her soul, gained five pounds on a luxury liner.

• Your Self-Control: Picture this: a never-ending buffet, chocolate fountains taller than your average toddler, and cocktails flowing like the Mississippi. This isn’t a test of strength; it’s a test of character.

• Activity Levels: Forget lounging by the pool; embrace the ship's activities. Zumba classes, anyone? Or maybe a vigorous game of shuffleboard. Seriously, those things work up a sweat. My sister swears by the rock-climbing wall – apparently, burning calories while facing your fears is the thing.

• Smart Choices: Load up on fruits, vegetables, and lean proteins. Don't completely deprive yourself, though. A small piece of that decadent chocolate cake is allowed, my friend. Unless you're on a strict diet, obv.

In short: It’s a battle of wills, a culinary David versus Goliath. You can win, but it takes discipline. Think of it as a personal challenge, not a vacation from healthy habits. Otherwise, expect to be greeted at home by tighter jeans and a slightly heavier wallet after all those fancy cocktails. (Speaking of which, I had a particularly good margarita on my last cruise…)

How much does a cruise ship weight fully loaded?

Ugh, ship weights. Right. Cruise ships weigh a LOT. Like, way more than my car.

Okay, so thinking about that trip to Alaska...was that this year?

• Cargo ship: 165,000 tons average? Seriously?
• Smaller cargo vessels: 50,000 tons.
• Bigger: 220,000 tons. Whoa.

Weight affects buoyancy, right? Must impact design too. Did my grandpa build those ships? What was his job at the shipyard, anyway?

Hmmm, design needs to match buoyancy; makes sense.

Ship weight. Gigantic.

• Shipyard: He worked on ships.
• Buoyancy: Crucial for floating.

How much weight will I gain on a 7 day cruise?

Ugh, cruises, right? Okay, so you're asking 'bout the weight gain. Expect 5 to 10 pounds, easy, on a seven day trip. Seriously.

I mean, all that food, and like, you're just sitting around. It's hard not to. It’s the buffet’s fault. Don't blame yourself!

And the drinks! So many sugary drinks. That's probably the worst part of it. Alcohol adds extra calories. I speak from expirience.

So yeah, 5-10 pounds is what you might be lookin' at. But don't stress TOO much, ok?

Now, to help you control this weight gain on a cruise, consider:

• Walking the decks. Like, actually walk, not just stand around at the rail.
• Choosing healthier options at the buffet, LOL, but try, ya know?
• Limiting the alcohol or opting for lower-calorie choices like a vodka soda.
• Planning some active shore excursions, like hiking instead of just shopping.
• Skipping the late-night snacks, if you can resist them. Seriously, I know it's hard.
• Bringing your own snacks. I prefer protein bars. That might help you stay on track a bit.
• Drinking plenty of water. Seems obvious, but it helps with bloat and fullness.
• Getting enough sleep, this affects metabolism and craving for unhealthy stuff.

Oh, also, bring clothes that fit comfortably. Don't try to squeeze into something too tight; that will just make you feel bad.

And honestly, just enjoy yourself. It's a vacation, after all. I've definitely gained more than 10, lol, don't sweat it too much!

What is the average weight gain on a 7 day cruise?

Ugh, that cruise... San Juan, Puerto Rico, 2023. Seven days of sun, sea, and unlimited buffets. I swear, I gained like, a whole person.

I was so excited to go. Paid a fortune, really.

It felt good.

I'm absolutely sure I put on at least 8 pounds. My jeans were screaming by day three! Who am I kidding, they were screaming before we even left the port.

Food, food, everywhere. And the cocktails! Margarita madness, anyone?

Seriously.

It was ridiculous. That chocolate lava cake haunted my dreams.

Totally worth it. No regrets! Even if my scale cried a little (or a lot) when I got home.

Here's the damage, as I remember it:

• Daily dessert consumption: At least 3. And then some.
• Poolside cocktails: Way too many frozen daiquiris. I love those things.
• Main culprits: Bread, all the bread. And pasta. Oh god, the pasta.
• Exercise: Walked the buffet, does that count? Probably not.
• Swim: Maybe three times.

So, yeah. 8 pounds sounds about right. Maybe even more, don't judge.

Honestly, I blame Carnival. No, wait, I blame myself. No, the food!

Anyway.

Why did I gain 6 pounds on vacation?

Ugh, six pounds! It happened in Mexico, July 2023. All-inclusive resort. So much freakin' delicious food. Seriously, the margaritas alone… And those little cheese quesadillas? Non-stop. I knew it was coming, honestly, but I just… didn't care. Pure indulgence. I felt amazing, bloated, but amazing. No guilt, except maybe a tiny bit when I saw the scale. It wasn't fat, I'm sure of it. Pure water weight. All that salt. Plus, zero exercise. I barely left the beach chair. Laziness played a big part.

That’s my theory. Not a doctor, just observing my own body. It always does this. I'm pretty sure it's the sodium overload. My body reacted like it does every time I go nuts with salty stuff. It was also incredibly hot and humid which probably messed with things. Dehydration, too. Probably. I drank tons of margaritas, though. Doesn't count as water, right?

• Salty food: Endless supply of delicious, salty snacks and meals.
• Lack of exercise: Total relaxation meant zero workouts.
• Hydration (or lack thereof): Margaritas don't fully count.
• Stress: Maybe I was secretly stressing, but it didn’t feel like stress. More like bliss. Maybe stress from overeating?

It's all gone now, by the way. Back to my normal weight. Pretty sure it was mostly water. My gut feeling tells me the scale lied.