7 Days on a Vegan Cruise: My Experience and Highlights

With a growing interest in plant-based travel, many wellness enthusiasts are opting for unique vacation experiences like the Holistic Holiday at Sea, a fully vegan cruise that offers meals, nutrition programming, cooking classes, and relaxation activities.

Jenné Claiborne, a popular content creator from the SweetPotatoSoul YouTube channel, recently joined this cruise along with her mother and daughter. While technically working, she hosted cooking classes and a book signing for her new cookbook, Vegan Vibes. Claiborne described the experience as one that left her feeling "relaxed, rejuvenated, and clearheaded."

Throughout the week, the cruise took passengers to destinations such as Jamaica, Grand Cayman, Cozumel, and a private island in the Bahamas, featuring fully plant-based meals and various wellness events.

A Dedicated Vegan Buffet for Breakfast

Each morning, cruise guests enjoyed an exclusive vegan buffet, which included options like tofu scramble, sautéed mushrooms, vegan sausage, pancakes, and French toast. Claiborne usually favored tofu scramble and mushrooms, complemented by a sweet treat.

Exploring a Private Island in the Bahamas

One highlight of the cruise was a visit to a private island owned by the cruise line, which offered guests a stunning view. Claiborne and her family enjoyed swimming and relaxing, noting the convenience of being able to use their onboard cards for food and drinks without needing to return to the ship.

Lunch on Land and at Sea

While on the private island, the buffet provided options favored by the overall cruise attendees, which were somewhat limited for vegans but included items like fries and roasted vegetables. Back on the ship, a dedicated lunch buffet offered a rotating selection, including curry, beans and rice, large salads, and delicious vegan desserts, with Claiborne particularly fond of the walnut brownies.

In Cozumel, Claiborne discovered a fully vegan restaurant called Vegan Bario, where she relished the flavors of enfrijoladas, cauliflower tacos, and quesadillas, praising both the cuisine and the friendly staff.

Cooking Classes and Book Signings On Board

Claiborne’s role on the cruise also included teaching cooking classes. Attendees were often fans of her YouTube channel, and she found joy in connecting with her audience. She also led a book signing event alongside her daughter, who appears in the cookbook.

Family-friendly Relaxation and Celebration

Downtime on the beach was spent swimming, playing in the sand, and enjoying moments of family togetherness. Claiborne engaged in a personal ritual of exfoliating her skin with sand and rinsing off in the ocean, which she finds refreshing.

Each evening featured a five-course dinner at a dedicated vegan restaurant, where Claiborne enjoyed healthy and balanced meals, always topped off with dessert.

Nightly Shows and a Sunset Send-off

Entertainment aboard the cruise included live performances from various acts each night, making for a vibrant atmosphere. On the final night, they cherished a sunset viewed from the deck, capping off a wonderful experience.

For more insights into Claiborne’s cooking and lifestyle, you can visit the Sweet Potato Soul YouTube channel.

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