As we all know, our world is becoming increasingly aware of healthy and ecological alternatives to traditional food. According to the German Nutrition Society (DGE), the number of vegetarians and vegans is growing steadily. Of course, everyone wants to stick to their holiday eating habits, so let's take a look at what some cruise lines have to offer for passengers who eat vegetarian or vegan food.

 

Interesting facts about vegetarian and vegan cruises

 

Typically, there is already a large selection of vegetarian options on board, and more cruise ships are responding to this growing trend by offering vegan options both on the menu in restaurants and in buffet restaurants. All meals are labeled accordingly to ensure that passengers' dietary requirements are met.

 

Oceania cruises

 

Oceania offers a wide range of vegan and vegetarian options on board. In 2017, the cruise line introduced an expanded vegan menu with over 250 dishes served in the main restaurant on all ships. In 2019, 200 new vegetable menus were added.

 

Visit:

- main restaurant

- buffet restaurant

- alternative restaurants

... to enjoy vegetarian or vegan meals. You can even order vegetable dishes at the Steakhouse and Polo Grill!

 

The company's largest ships, Marina and Riviera, also have a vegan fresh bar on the poolside deck. Here you will find cold-pressed juices and smoothies made with cashew milk and energizing ingredients such as acai berries and chia seeds.

 

Costa Cruises

 

Costa ensures that you don't have to give up your familiar flavors in order to enjoy fine dining. The Italian cruise line offers Mediterranean cuisine for vegetarians or vegans, as well as a varied menu that you can enjoy during your trip.

 

MSC Cruises

 

MSC offers customized menus to suit your needs. You can find freshly prepared vegetarian and vegan options in restaurants and buffets. You don't even need to do without traditional Italian pizza! Vegan pizza without cheese is on sale!

 

Royal caribbean

 

Traditionally, Royal Caribbean passengers could only consume vegan meals upon request. However, times have changed! You can now try vegan and vegetarian options in the main restaurant and on the buffet. If you have any special requests, you can also send them to the restaurant in advance. For example - you can order the vegan Bolognese!

 

Norwegian Cruise Line

 

As a vegetarian, you will have a wide variety of dishes that are clearly labeled in the restaurant or on the buffet. However, if you are looking for vegan options, we recommend that you send an inquiry to the NCL ahead of your trip to ensure your wishes are met in the best possible way, and ideally, on the first day, speak with a responsible kitchen worker who will help you with your vegan choices. ...

 

Cruise department manager

Dahlia Vehbe