From the one cruise I went on, I think they have a lot of protein on the buffets. Lobsters, shrimp, fish, meat, etc. I would try to stick with those and maybe give myself permission to eat one splurge every other day or whatever works for you. Remember that a splurge is really only a bite. If you are doing a lot of sightseeing and walking and swimming etc. you should be just fine. Also, splurge on fun things to do and see. Fill your heart with fun and adventure and not your tummy with heavy foods. Many times the food looks better than it tastes. Also, try not to spend too much time in the food oriented activities. There are so many other things to do with your time on a cruise. You will be just fine. You know what to do and you can trust yourself. Have fun and enjoy. Sounds wonderful!!!

I keep a half cup measuring cup in my purse in a baggie so when I eat out I keep my portions under control

Take a shaker bottle and fill it with pre portioned out baggies of protein powder. I usually pack a Baggie per day, way more efficient calorie wise than protein bars..

I just got back from a trip and lost a few pounds! finally after being on a platuea. I think it was the walking. I just ate very small portions. its hard to see so much food go to waste but follow your program. I drank water w/ lemon, ate wonderful soups, fancy Salads and chicken... no desserts. there is a good variety in resturants.
no carbonated drinks. try and focus on all the activities rather than the foods. you are very courageous to take a cruise this early in the game, but that could be a good thing cause your pouch is gonna tell you "NO way, this is too much" and reject it. lol HAVE FUN!!!

thanks everyone, lots of good advice

have a wonderful time..take pictures

Have you left, yet? I just got back from a 2 week trip and it went great! I packed a suitcase just for all my foodstuff and vitamins. I got a small, cheap blender and toaster from Target that fit in the suitcase. I prepackaged my protein shake mix (a baggie per dayI use 2 scoops of protein powder, a serving of Miralax, and a tbs each of creatine and L glutamine). I also made baggies for my morning pills, calcium, and evening pills. I brought protein bars, microwave popcorn, my special bread, peanut butter, and some high-protein oatmeal that I could eat if I was in a pinch. Because I cant eat eggs, breakfast is the most difficult meal for me to eat outso I always bring my own!

You'll do fine! Just stick to the program...protein first, no drinking with meals, and move as much as you can.

Lots of people come back from vacations surprised that they actually lost weight! have a great time!

JJ

I wouldn't have even attempted a cruise that close to surgery, so you are my HERO! You will do fine - I always use a small plate (like a saucer from a cup and saucer) a salad plate will be too large. That way, you can pick and choose if there is a buffet but you will be limited. For me, I will be full after one trip.

Be sure that grab as much water as you can - with the sun and the exercise you will get dehydration will be easy. Water, water, water.