Christina C. Velderman Posted December 5, 2012 Share Posted December 5, 2012 Hello Road Warriors! I'm on Day 12 of my first Whole30, and Day 3 of a business trip. It's actually been very successful, if incredibly boring, in terms of food, and I'm curious what frequent travelers do to manage program compliance while on the road. For me, the following: -Booked at a hotel with a fridge and microwave. -Brought a George Foreman, knife, dishware, paper towels from home. -Planned in a stop at a grocery store for a few basics I could cook in-room. -Pretty much went from there. Super-basic, boring, but effective. -Brought walking shoes to the office so when I got stressed out (or there was a big junkfood fest happening) I could take a walk around the block for stress management. What do you do to keep from feeling deprived on your trips? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fenderbender Posted December 5, 2012 Share Posted December 5, 2012 I always try to find a good MMA gym... That's why I love going to Toronto and Vegas because Randy Cotuer has training facilities there... Cross fitters do the same...fun to chalange yourself at a new facility.... I also collect vinyl records / vintage stereo,so I make it a habit to find all the local record stores/ high end stereo shops to keep busy and not think about being bored in a hotel... Sooo....whatever extracurricular activities you enjoy.....make plans to see what the city your in has to interest you.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Primal Ballerina Posted December 31, 2012 Share Posted December 31, 2012 I am on the road 5 days a week, and did my first Whole30 by being on the road for 22 consecutive days. It IS possible. Similar to what you've already mentioned, I would add the following: - Choose a hotel that is close to a grocery store. Walking distance would be ideal, if you do not have access to a car. - In addition to a refrigerator, also try to ensure they have a mini freezer. - If possible, choose an extended stay hotel that has a kitchenette (you dont *have* to stay there for a long period of time to book an extended stay hotel). Examples include Residence Inn and TownePlace Suites. They come equipped with the basic kitchen essentials, including a full size fridge, freezer, stove, oven, microwave, cooking pans, baking/roasting pans, and the list goes on... If you're planning on cooking, bring along spices, EVOO and/or coconut oil. - If your hotel doesn't provide it, pack a small bottle of dish washing liquid & a sponge for cleaning your george foreman, dishware, etc. - Pack a capacious microwave-safe lunchbox that can hold whole fruit, and essentially, a full day of meals. I recommend the Goodbyn for salads, fruit, nuts, cold cuts, or the Mr. Bento for hot foods. - If your hotel doesn't have a kitchenette, but does have a microwave and freezer, cook your food at home, freeze it into individual serving portions with press n' seal, pack it in a rolling cooler (like this) along with ice sheets (like these). - If money isn't an object, check out 'build your own stirfry' type places like Chow Baby and Genghis Grill. Hold the soy sauce, of course (or all the sauces, since they will all have sugar), but you can get a nice healthy steamed/stir fried meal with ingredients you choose. - Always keep lots and lots of nuts, dates, and canned sweet potato handy, for when you're out of other food to eat. If you're depending on canned food, then also pack a can opener (unless, of course, you have the kitchenette). I am sure I have other tricks, but this is all I can think of right now! Hope it helps... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Primal Ballerina Posted December 31, 2012 Share Posted December 31, 2012 I have never done this myself, but I wonder if, instead of a George Foreman grill, you could travel with something a little more versatile? A portable electric skillet, griddle, or a induction cooktop. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EstherC Posted January 3, 2013 Share Posted January 3, 2013 Thank you for all your posts. I am about to start a job in L.A. where I will be commuting between SF and LA every week for the next couple of months. Was wondering how I was going to swing it. You all have given me great suggestions and ideas. Thank you! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Primal Ballerina Posted January 4, 2013 Share Posted January 4, 2013 Oh another tip! If you travel back and forth a lot, some hotels will keep your essentials in their storage room until you return. I essentially have a trunk in my usual hotel where I keep my crock pot, mini food processor, baking pans, oven mitts, spices & oils, etc. that I have accumulated, along with shampoo, toothpaste, and all that jazz). When I check back in the following week, the trunk magically appears in my room. Also, you can try to negotiate a lower 'extended stay' rate with the hotel, where you never check out. This way, you can leave the items in the room until your project ends. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
michalann Posted February 29, 2016 Share Posted February 29, 2016 These are some great tips. I am out 3 -5 days a week on the road so I'm excited to find others doing it well. Day 2! I'm killing it so far. LOL Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jmccormi Posted April 3, 2016 Share Posted April 3, 2016 I am going to be traveling and not have access to travel with any of the above mentioned. Changing hotel room nightly. I have been doing a protein shake (no carb) in the morning with water then a bar at 10 to hold me over until lunch. Since neither are on the Whole20 plan what would you suggest? Bringing hard boiled eggs with me? I have read they only last 2 days without refrigeration. My hotel rooms will have have refrigerators. Thank you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tmhampton1 Posted April 5, 2016 Share Posted April 5, 2016 I am travelling to NY at the end of the month and scoping out some places that will cook compliant foods. The hotel has limited items that I can use, not even a fridge. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moderators ShannonM816 Posted April 5, 2016 Moderators Share Posted April 5, 2016 I am going to be traveling and not have access to travel with any of the above mentioned. Changing hotel room nightly. I have been doing a protein shake (no carb) in the morning with water then a bar at 10 to hold me over until lunch. Since neither are on the Whole20 plan what would you suggest? Bringing hard boiled eggs with me? I have read they only last 2 days without refrigeration. My hotel rooms will have have refrigerators. Thank you. Hard boiled eggs, compliant jerky or something like Epic bars (not all varieties are Whole30, read your labels), pouches or cans of salmon or tuna (don't forget a can opener if you need one). Hardier vegetables like carrots, celery, cherry tomatoes, bell peppers. For fats, whole avocados and a knife to cut them up, or a bottle of olive oil, cans or pouches of olives, maybe some nuts or individual packs of nut butters if you tolerate them well and don't find yourself mindlessly overeating them. if you have a cooler (even just a small one) you could probably pick up individual serving sizes of Wholly Guacamole). Most hotels' continental breakfasts don't have a lot of options, but I have seen hard boiled eggs on some, and you might be able to pick up some fresh fruit to supplement your vegetables and protein, so I wouldn't depend on them, but if they have something you can use, pick some up. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fitmisshelly Posted May 12, 2016 Share Posted May 12, 2016 I am seeing a lot of these posts are older (I'm not familiar w/ these forums). BUT there are 3 things that help me- Prepare some food, book a room with a fridge, and use a 6 Pack or Fitmark bag. I have a duffle, (actually have 19 Six Pack bags & 2 Fitmarks ) so it works out well- your food that would need refrigerated will not spoil. If you go on a plane, just make sure you can bring the items you pack. If you are just going on a road trip or overnight- The bags are also great. If you can't book a room with a refrigerator, there are a lot of foods that still make great meals- Fruits, veggies, nuts, avocado, tuna- list goes on. And since I go out to eat quite a bit, I check the menus before I go. When I go to a restaurant, I always joke to the waiter/ess that they are going to love my order- and tell them I have a lot of food allergies! I haven't been to very many restaurants where they will not accommodate. Some chains may be a problem with pre- prepared items. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thehungryactress Posted May 18, 2016 Share Posted May 18, 2016 I wrote a blog post about what I did for traveling while on whole30 for those looking for some extra help while making it through the program!! http://wp.me/p51Pyy-hU Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crastney Posted May 19, 2016 Share Posted May 19, 2016 If you're staying in hotels that have a restraunt - then ask at reception to speak with the/a chef - explain your dietary requirements, and ask what they'll cook for you. generally speaking, most places will go out of there way to provide you with exactly what you want/need, if they can do it, they will. They want to make you, the customer, happy, so that you'll return, and recommend the place. Otherwise you might have to eat out a lot, or prepare well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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