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Mark Etinger
Traveling, either for work or for pleasure, can be quite an ordeal in and of itself. Add to that the stress of sticking to gluten free foods and you might feel this is a recipe for disaster. With a little bit of research and some planning ahead, your trip can be an enjoyable one. Airline travel might seem like the toughest route to tackle. You cannot eat regular airline meals provided on the flight, so you must find out in advance if the airline can prepare a gluten free meal. With an increase in awareness, most airlines should be able to accommodate you. However, some may restrict these special meals to longer or cross-continental flights. Call in advance to inquire and reserve your meal. You cannot ask for a special meal at the last minute. After boarding, let the crew know that you ordered the gluten free food so they don't mistakenly give it to someone else. Unfortunately, you can't assume all the food they give you is gluten free. They might think they're being "generous" by giving you the normal dessert, but you probably can't eat it. Only eat the food that is wrapped and labeled. To be safe, bring along "emergency" snacks and food for the flight. It's also a wise decision to pack gluten free snacks in case you have trouble searching for safe foods during your stay. When booking your hotel, always request a room with a microwave and refrigerator. The more meals you can make yourself, the better. Stopping at the local grocery stores might prove to be a hassle because you either won't have the time or they might not have what you're looking for. Instead, order gluten free food online before your trip and have it delivered to your hotel room. Then food will be one less item to worry about and you can focus on enjoying your trip. Shy away from vending machines and fast food places. Unless properly labeled, gluten free foods maybe hard to identify. Books like, "The Essential Gluten Free Grocery Guide," lists thousands of safe foods to eat. Look for similar books to guide you along the way. When eating at restaurants, be inquisitive and talk to your server about the foods they can offer you Your trip should be one you remember because of the good times you had and not because of constant stomach issues. Always be smart and don't take risks with your food.
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