Vacation Help

ratherbeskiing

I am going on vacation- across the country Maine to Alaska aka long plane ride.Normally I would pack gummy worms, chocolate and other snacks. Now I do not know what to bring for snacks on the plane/vacation in general. I did pick up 100 cal pack almonds, fiber plus peanut butter and dole fruit bites and crystal light packets.

What else would be good?
Can I eat peanut butter/nut items on a plane?
What do I do about meals on the plane?

Any in general suggestions to stick to the diet as much as possible while being on vacation will be awesome!
Thanks!

cris1582

I am not sure what the diet consists of but from what you listed no/ low carb? In this case I would take jerky and other kinds of nuts. Peanut butter is ok but cashews and almonds are definitely better. Try to take actual fruits too as the dried fruits,etc have high sugar. Fruits are outside days and weeks at a time before they go bad so this shouldn't be a concern.

gbbhey

most planes let you bring food on too, including sandwiches/salads! i would try to find something light in the terminal before you have to worry about those pesky airplane meals. have fun on your trip!

Cheers,
Jared

becky_turcotte

U can bring peanut butter/nuts on the plane. U can take whatever as long as its not liquid. I would avoid the plane food if at all possible. They are full of artifical additives. But if thats the only option you have, check your lables and log your intake. Have a wonderful trip!!!
:smokin:

RedHotRunner

My go to road trip snacks are fresh fruit, nuts and beef jerkey. I would buy a healthy lunch at the airport and take it on the plane with me (salad, subway?).

I rarely gain weight on vacation because i'm so active. Try to hit the hotel gym every morning and do a lot of walking.

I spent 9 days in Hawaii in the spring and only gained a pound because I was sure to get a morning run in most days and spent hours upon hours walking in order to see the sights.

Have fun!

ratherbeskiing

just like snacky things- carbs are ok as long as I stay under my cals.

good thought bringing salad! thanks!

Hodar

Some airports have a Subway sandwich store - those are great. If not subway - you may find another similar sandwich store.

But, a calorie is a calorie. Sugars will make you ravenous later - while the almonds will keep you satisfied for a while. As long as you budget your meals, you can have some yummy snacks packed away. Nuts and trail mix are my personal favorites. I usually grab a bag of trail mix, and a large diet drink (or water) to stick in my backpack. Just remember you can't bring liquids through security. But, you shouldn't have much of a problem finding this stuff in the stores between the gates.

Chainsaw_Flowerchild

I bring mixed nuts & jerky on those long flights. Getting a 6" sandwich from subway in the terminal before you leave is a good idea too. Might want to get double meat since it costs about $1and doubles the protein to hold you over longer.

immacookie

U can bring peanut butter/nuts on the plane. U can take whatever as long as its not liquid. I would avoid the plane food if at all possible. They are full of artifical additives. But if thats the only option you have, check your lables and log your intake. Have a wonderful trip!!!
:smokin:

Actual peanut butter MAY be considered a liquid/gel item by the TSA agent screening you.... take it from someone who had a couple of the single serve Jif things taken away from them. :grumble: I was told by TSA that even food items that are spreadable/liquid/squeezeable have to be under 2-3 oz and placed into your ziploc liquid baggie. :noway:
(Of course formula/breast milk and other items for medical needs are not part of this.)

immacookie

And actually answering your question.... I like to make my own trail mix with nuts, dried fruits, maybe a little chocolate (shhh, it's vacation!). I also pack protein bars and have packed whole apples before. If you want something a little more "meal" like, pick up a small salad at one of the gate shops (and a big bottle of water)... granted that may run you $12. :noway:

Kirsty_UK

The peanut issue should be this "would you want to know you were the likely cause of a serious anaphylatic shock?"

Because as far as I know, all airlines have stopped serving peanut products for that reason, and I'd never take any on a plane myself. You're in an enclosed, recirculated air environment for hours, anyone with a bad allergy will find it hard to avoid.