How to Travel in Style

Back in the day, a gentleman or lady of means typically traveled with something like this.

Perfectly appointed with a travel size knife, fork and spoon and a pair of scissors – for what, I’m not exactly sure.

Fast forward to modern day travel.

Yes, travel in this day and age is certainly challenging as we navigate airports and our busy schedules.

For anyone living a gluten-free lifestyle, your travel woes are likely compounded by the constant worry of what are you going to eat?

Two weeks ago, I was in Austin, Texas followed by a few days in Asheville, North Carolina.

While I wouldn’t call myself a seasoned traveler, I do have a go-to system that I rely on whenever I travel, a system that ensures I have will have enough to eat.

Most of the time, anyway.

Because I have additional allergies, to both dairy and eggs, along with gluten, I’m unable to enjoy even a breakfast of scrambled eggs while on the go.

So I always include individual packets of gluten-free oatmeal, or a bag of gluten-free granola in my travel kit, then rely on restaurant fare for fruit or juice.

Better still, after I reach my destination, I like to stop in at a local health food store to stock up on fruits and healthy snacks. If you have a mini refrigerator in your hotel room, that’s ideal.

As for the plane trip itself?

I’ve been using this nifty bento-style lunchbox for about a year, and I love it!

The best part is that you can be as creative as you like with your portable meal, choosing a different food for each container.

In the photo above, I packed Sushi and my favorite stuffed Collard Greens. (this way I get in my daily greens, along with some protein and healthy carbs).

In the smaller boxes, I packed a mix of Pumpkin Seeds and Raisins, but you could of course choose whatever combination of nuts or healthy snacks your heart desires.

Be sure to also include a treat, such as gluten-free cookies – you don’t want to feel deprived.

Of course, there are always additional snacks in my carry-on.

The lunchbox is strictly my go-to source for my in-flight meal, all in one handy and easy to stow container.

The biggest snag I usually run into when traveling, is my return journey, when my limited food choices are not readily available.

I’m still trying to come up with a portable meal that could keep for several days, with or without refrigeration – something I could rely on for the trip home.

I have to confess, sometimes I go hungry, with nothing but nuts, seeds and dried fruit to tide me over.

If anyone has a tried and true gluten-free travel tip you’d like to share, I’d welcome your input!