Crewboxer01 Posted May 23, 2016 #1 Share Posted May 23, 2016 I am a first time cruiser, I am not a size 2 but a bigger lady with a love of the water and would love to sit and enjoy the sun like everyone else. However because of society people seem to think that if you are a larger person you should not be in a bathing suit, let alone be sunning. Is there all shapes and sizes on the cruises? Should I feel comfortable to relax and swim like everyone else. Please be honest. Also any tips for our cruise for the first s=time would be great. :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Taxgal87 Posted May 23, 2016 #2 Share Posted May 23, 2016 Please go enjoy your vacation! Yes there will be people of all shapes and sizes in all kinds of bathing suits sunbathing, swimming, and just enjoying a day in the sun. Everyone is there to enjoy their vacation and it will be no different for you. Just go and be you and don't worry about everyone else. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Laszlo Posted May 23, 2016 #3 Share Posted May 23, 2016 You will never see anyone from the ship again, so don't sweat it. Their are people of all shapes, sizes and colors. Go enjoy yourself Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cruzncutie Posted May 23, 2016 #4 Share Posted May 23, 2016 (edited) I'm a "plus size" woman also and like you, I love to relax in the sun too. I always wear cover ups instead of bathing suits because for health reasons I can't wear anything too constricting. I have been on several cruises and trust me, I have seen all body types wearing one pieces and bikinis. I have never noticed any fat shaming. People are too busy enjoying the festivities and their drinks lol. I say wear whatever you are most comfortable in. My sister is on the large side and her motto is "I'll never see these people again so I'm wearing what I want!!" Sent from my iPhone using Forums mobile app Edited May 23, 2016 by Cruzncutie Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fshagan Posted May 23, 2016 #5 Share Posted May 23, 2016 All shapes, sizes and ages are seen on most every cruise! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jenjer Posted May 23, 2016 #6 Share Posted May 23, 2016 You will find more heavy or plus sized or fluffy or whatever you want to call them than you will see thin people. I am a big girl myself and I love the beach the pool the water. I invite my friends to the pool club and so many say oh I could never wear a swimsuit in public. WHAT!!!!!! No freaking way. We can not be summer friends. :-) Here is my advice, invest in a swimsuit you feel comfortable in and go enjoy yourself. No one will fat shame you at all. Everyone is to obsessed with themselves to worry about anyone else. IMO a tee shirt in the pool or beach stands out more than a fat roll. No reason you should sit on the sidelines when you want to play girl you go and play.:D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Two Wheels Only Posted May 23, 2016 #7 Share Posted May 23, 2016 I can guarantee that you will see a woman larger than you wearing a smaller suit than yours on the first day. Don't worry about it at all. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crusin6 Posted May 23, 2016 #8 Share Posted May 23, 2016 I see you don't travel much? Lol Stop worrying Sent from my iPad using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Freckles_51 Posted May 23, 2016 #9 Share Posted May 23, 2016 What the others said. Just don't expect to be able to actually "swim" too much, most ship pools are not big enough for real swimming (lengths), but you can and should go in for a cool dip if you wish. Relax and enjoy your first cruise, may there be many more :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crewboxer01 Posted May 23, 2016 Author #10 Share Posted May 23, 2016 Thanks Everyone!!!!! your comments make me feel more better already! We are looking forward to this cruise and I love this site to talk to you all to get info and support! Thumbs Up!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
evandbob Posted May 23, 2016 #11 Share Posted May 23, 2016 I can guarantee that you will see a woman larger than you wearing a smaller suit than yours on the first day. Don't worry about it at all. For sure! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jenjer Posted May 23, 2016 #12 Share Posted May 23, 2016 I can guarantee that you will see a woman larger than you wearing a smaller suit than yours on the first day. Don't worry about it at all. So very very true best quote ever Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AdoraBelle Posted May 23, 2016 #13 Share Posted May 23, 2016 Check out the swim "dresses" on Amazon, some cute inexpensive styles with more coverage too. (Imported stuff, for those who worry about that kind of thing.) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
evandbob Posted May 23, 2016 #14 Share Posted May 23, 2016 I can guarantee that you will see a woman larger than you wearing a smaller suit than yours on the first day. Don't worry about it at all. Let's not limit this to women, although that's how the OP framed her question. There will even be a guy in a tiny Speedo with a huge beer gut too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crusin6 Posted May 23, 2016 #15 Share Posted May 23, 2016 Let's not limit this to women, although that's how the OP framed her question. There will even be a guy in a tiny Speedo with a huge beer gut too. And he will bend over all too often Sent from my iPad using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Two Wheels Only Posted May 23, 2016 #16 Share Posted May 23, 2016 There will even be a guy in a tiny Speedo with a huge beer gut too. ...and he will get free drinks because his room card will be...off limits. No bartender will want to swipe it so "...on the house". Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
goducs Posted May 23, 2016 #17 Share Posted May 23, 2016 Just google up your ship or any other ship and watch some YouTube videos. OMG I've never seen so many over weight people. You will be in the majority that's for sure. Don't worry about it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FranknBeans Posted May 23, 2016 #18 Share Posted May 23, 2016 Slim and size 2 are certainly a minority. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mjkacmom Posted May 23, 2016 #19 Share Posted May 23, 2016 Cruising is the Chinese buffet of vacations - don't worry. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jackparts Posted May 23, 2016 #20 Share Posted May 23, 2016 Ok girl, listen up. It's your cruise and you paid for it. Forget that there will be other people on the ship. It's your time to enjoy a well deserved time and SMILE yourself silly. Yes, do partake of the sun and everything else on the ship. ENJOY!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mabones Posted May 23, 2016 #21 Share Posted May 23, 2016 Not a problem. There are many shapes & sizes. Check out "Swimsuits for all". They carry all kinds of Swimwear for all size Women. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CruzinMel Posted May 23, 2016 #22 Share Posted May 23, 2016 I love that nobody really cares what you look like on a cruise - I've seen all sizes and kobody much noticed anybody special. I'm a bigger size, and I bought swim shorts and a tanking from land's end - covers up my butt, and hides my gut and goes from beach to pool to buffet without any trouble. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
boopsahoy Posted May 23, 2016 #23 Share Posted May 23, 2016 (edited) i can guarantee that you will see a woman larger than you wearing a smaller suit than yours on the first day. Don't worry about it at all. this^ :-) Edited May 23, 2016 by boopsahoy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
allie3490 Posted May 23, 2016 #24 Share Posted May 23, 2016 Oh please - go and enjoy yourself. But if you're that self conscious it's never too late to get into better physical shape. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beerman2 Posted May 23, 2016 #25 Share Posted May 23, 2016 You will never see anyone from the ship again, so don't sweat it. Their are people of all shapes, sizes and colors. Go enjoy yourself Not true as we met a couple 6 years ago on a cruise and are friends to this day. Vacations with them yearly. As to OP it's your vacation do what YOU are comfortable with. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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