Gluten-Free Travel Making Your Own Rules for the Road 3.17€¦ · Gluten-Free Travel: ... Learn how to approach gluten-free travel from a variety of strategies 2) Discover tips for

facebook.com/[email protected]/webinars

NATIONAL FOUNDATION FOR CELIAC AWARENESSwww.CeliacCentral.org www.CeliacCentral.org/webinars

© 2015 All Rights Reserved. 1

Gluten-Free Travel: Making Your Own Rules for the Road

With Anna Sonnenberg, creator of the blog “Gluten-Free Jet Set” andErin Smith, creator of the blog “Gluten-Free Globetrotter”

Important Reminders!① Will this information be available at a later date?

• Yes, always! • Webinar recording will be posted along with the webinar slides within 24 hours after the live webinar

ends at CeliacCentral.org/webinars/archive/

② Are continuing education credits available?• Yes!• Attendees must complete the follow-up survey in order to access this certificate.

– The follow-up survey will be sent on Friday, March 20th through an email from NFCA.• To ensure that you receive this email, make sure that NFCA

([email protected]) is on your allowed senders list. – Accidentally unsubscribed? Register for the webinar with a new email address– Be sure your email address is spelled correctly when registering

• Continuing education credits given for live viewers only– We encourage you to check out our archived webinars, but note that continuing education credit

will not be given

• In the case of group viewing, only the registered and logged in participant will receive credit




Gluten-Free Travel is One of Your Top 3 Concerns, but It Doesn’t Have to Be So Hard

Learning Objectives

1) Learn how to approach gluten-free travel from a variety of strategies

2) Discover tips for getting safe accommodations at hotels, restaurants, and airlines




Welcome!Erin Smith Diagnosed with celiac disease in 1981 2007: Started Gluten-Free Fun from NYC 2011: Started Gluten-Free Globetrotter

from Prague Leader of the NYC Celiac Meetup




Welcome!Anna Sonnenberg• 2012: Diagnosed with celiac disease

• 2013: Launched Gluten-Free Jet Set

• 2015: Publishing gluten-free travel guides

• Visited 4 continents, 18 countries, 42 states




Three Core Desired Feelings for Travel

People who want to feel confident

People who want to be flexible

People who want to be self-sufficient

Danielle LaPorte’s Desire Map http://www.daniellelaporte.com/thedesiremap/




What do I do if I want to feel confident when traveling?

• Plan well ahead of time and pay close attention to detail– Do all of your research on your own while still at home

• Think about using a travel agent to do all of the planning




What if I want to feel flexible while traveling?

• Have some ideas for your trip but nothing definite planned

• Get suggestions from other travelers• IMPORTANT: Even if you don’t intend to be flexible, it

is important to learn these skills in case you find yourself in situations you don’t expect or can’t control!




How can I be self-sufficient during my travels?

• Pack and consume all of your own provisions• Shop for gluten-free supplies when you arrive at your

destination• Cook for yourself and your family at your destination• Do not rely on outside food




Planning




Have Confidence When You Travel:Anna’s Tips to Plan for the Journey and the Destination

• Research gluten-free options on your route and plan stops accordingly

• Do a simple online search for “gluten-free + [your destination]”

• Find a local gluten-free expert and ask for advice

• Compile a list of gluten-free highlights and work them into your trip




Have Confidence When You Travel: Erin’s Tips for Planning for Gluten-Free Fun

Do your research before you leave using blogs, review sites, and social media

Visit travel and dining review sites for recommendations from others who are gluten-free

Contact local support groups at your destination for local tips

Download smartphone apps before you leave (but remember they may not work depending on your destination!)




Backup Plans to Keep in Mind for Flexibility

• Use your smartphone to search for nearby gluten-free restaurants

• Call nearby restaurants to assess options and alternatives

• Find a quick meal or a familiar snack at a nearby market

• When all else fails, rely on your emergency gluten-free snacks




Packing



© 2015 All Rights Reserved.14

Gluten-Free Travel: Be Self-SufficientWhat to Pack When You Plan to Cook

• Set of flatware and plates• Cutting board and toaster or toaster bags• Collapsible colander for draining pasta or

washing fresh produce• One or two small pots and pans with

cooking utensils• Glass or plastic containers to save extras

for later• Gluten-free labels or stickers




Gluten-Free Travel: Be Self-SufficientWhat Food to Pack and Where to Shop

• Focus on quick meals, like a gluten-free grain dish with veggies and protein

• Use packaged meal starters to speed up cooking time• Pack the non-perishable items and buy the perishable ones as you go• Shop for extra gluten-free foods at supermarkets and natural food stores• Don’t sweat it if you forget it—gluten-free ingredients are increasingly

everywhere




• Cut-up fruits and vegetables• Pretzels, chips, crackers• Trail mix, nuts, dried fruit• Sandwiches• Ready-to-eat meals• Fruit, nut, or cereal bars• Pouches of nut butters• Hard-boiled eggs• Tuna pouches• Beef or turkey jerky

Gluten-Free Food on the Go




Building a Gluten-Free “Snack Meal” When you find yourself without a gluten-free meal, build one

at a supermarket or convenience store:− Gluten-free cold cuts− Fresh fruit or vegetables− Individually packaged fruit− Gluten-free beef or turkey jerky− Almonds

Get More Information on Choosing Healthy Snacks for the Road“Staying Gluten-Free While Out and About this Summer – Traveling:

Making Sure You Have Enough Fuel for the Ride”




Airlines




Fly with Confidence• Know that most airlines do not provide gluten-free in-flight

snacks• Most domestic flights do not provide meals of any kind• Request a gluten-free meal on most international flights in

advance• Grab a backup gluten-free snack at nearly any airport• Always pack extra gluten-free snacks!

• Note: Some snacks are not approved for carry-ons or do not travel well, plan ahead

For even more of Anna’s tips about flying gluten-free, check out“Gluten-Free Travel: Best and Worst Airline Options”




Fly with Flexibility

• Pack some snacks in your carry-on, but see what’s at the airport when you get there– IMPORTANT: Also carry ALL medication in your carry-on– Some airports may not have many gluten-free options, so be prepared

to eat a banana and some yogurt instead of a hearty gluten-free sandwich or cereal

• Having flexibility is easier for shorter, domestic flights, but is probably more difficult for international travel




Road Trips




Planning for Road Trips with Confidence

• Map out your stops along the way, with gluten-free meals in mind

• Rely on trusted chain restaurants to avoid surprises

• Don’t rule out well-reviewed or recommended independent shops




Leave Room for Flexibility in Your Plans

• Map out some stops, but leave room for spontaneity in places with plenty of options

• Check to see if a gluten-free demo or expo is happening in your destination city




Plan on Being Self-Sufficient

• Visit open-air markets, supermarkets, farmer’s markets, and other local vendors for your snacks

• Bring more food than you think you’ll need for the duration of your trip




Hotels




How to Confidently Get the Hotel Accommodations You Need

• Choose a hotel or bed and breakfast with a restaurant that features gluten-free options

• Opt for a hotel room with a kitchenette

• Request an in-room refrigerator and/or microwave




How to be Flexible if Your Hotel Accommodations Fall Through

• If you can’t drive another mile and want to take an unplanned break for the night, look for hotels with kitchenettes (usually used for long business trips)

• If a hotel can’t provide an in-room fridge:– Ask if you can keep your gluten-free foods in a staff fridge– Bring a cooler and periodically refill it with ice to keep your food cold

• If a hotel can’t provide an in-room microwave:– Ask if they have one in a break room you can use




How to be Self-Sufficient if You Don’t Want to Rely on Hotel Accommodations

• Bring plenty of non-perishable snacks

• If you have room in the car or in your checked luggage, bring a couple small cooking necessities and book a hotel with a kitchenette

• It can also be fun to do a vacation rental, complete with a full kitchen!







Have Confidence Eating Out: Call Ahead• Do your research ahead of time

– Make a digital map of local markets and restaurants

• Call ahead to restaurants to discuss your dietary needs– Decide where you want to eat before you leave for your trip

• Make reservations if applicable

For More Information, Check out NFCA’s Dining Out Tips Resource




Call Ahead at Restaurants…but Have Flexibility

• Always speak with a manager or chef about your dietary restrictions, even if you don’t have time to call ahead

• See if they’ll allow you to order off-menu and request a basic meal with minimal preparation if they don’t have a gluten-free menu

• When in doubt, move on to Plan B







Getting Glutened

How to be Confident when Preparing for Accidental Glutening

(And Self-Sufficient if it Happens!)• Water, water, water• To soothe your stomach, try herbal tea with ginger• Consider trying the BRAT (bananas, rice, applesauce, and toast) diet• Take any medications approved by your doctor that seem to help

with your symptoms when exposed to gluten, such as antacids or headache medicine

• Rest, relax, and recover—even if it means postponing vacation fun




How to Prepare So You Can be Flexible During an Accidental Glutening

• Your reaction may depend on your body’s sensitivity and the level of gluten exposure

• Prepare to be flexible with the severity of your reaction– Know where the nearest hospitals and urgent care clinics are at

your destination– Bring pertinent medical information with you on your trip, such

as a comprehensive list of all medicines you currently take, your doctor’s contact information, and your insurance card




As we finish…

Questions from the audience?

NATIONAL FOUNDATION FOR CELIAC AWARENESSwww.CeliacCentral.org


www.CeliacCentral.org/webinars©2015 All rights reserved.36

NFCA Resources• Dining Out Tips resource

• Gluten-Free Travel: Best and Worst Airline Options

• Staying Gluten-Free While Out and About this Summer – Traveling: Making Sure You Have Enough Fuel for the Ride




Gluten-Free Travel Site




GlutenFreeTravelSite's thousands of user-submittedgluten-free dining and travel reviews are searchable bylocation either on the website or their free companionDINE GLUTEN FREE mobile app.

Other Resources on Gluten-Free Travel Site• Travel and Trip Planning Resources• Gluten-Free Getaway opportunities• A Gluten-Free Restaurant Menus section featuring many

gluten-free friendly restaurant chains• Pages devoted to gluten-free friendly Cruises, Colleges, and

Camps• A Gluten Free Travel Blog with news about new restaurants

offering gluten-free menus, gluten-free friendly travel destinations, helpful tips for traveling gluten-free, product reviews, and more.– http://glutenfreetravelblog.typepad.com




Erin’s Contact Information

• [email protected]• www.glutenfreeglobetrotter.com

• facebook.com/GlutenFreeGlobetrotter• @gfglobetrotter• @glutenfreeglobetrotter




Anna’s Contact Information

• Website: www.glutenfreejetset.com• Email: [email protected]• Facebook: @GFJetSet• @GFJetSet• @gfjetset




Save the Date!CeliacCentral.org/webinars

Topic: “The Future of Drug Therapy for Celiac Disease: Get the Honest Facts”Date: Tuesday, March 31st

Time: 7 p.m. Eastern/4 p.m. PacificSpeakers: Sheila Crowe, M.D., Ritu Verma, M.D., Alice Bast, President and CEO of the National Foundation for Celiac Awareness, and Marilyn Geller, CEO of Celiac Disease Foundation

Topic: “What Wikipedia Can’t Tell You About Celiac Disease Prevention: Hear it from the Experts”Date: Wednesday, April 29th

Time: 1 p.m. Eastern/10 a.m. PacificSpeakers: Alessio Fasano, M.D., Carlo Catassi, M.D., Sabine Vriezinga, M.D.



www.CeliacCentral.org/webinars©2015 All rights reserved. 42

Thank You!• Webinar questions, comments, feedback: [email protected]

• Connect with NFCA:



www.CeliacCentral.org/webinars©2015 All rights reserved.43

Documents

Gluten-Free Travel Making Your Own Rules for the Road 3.17€¦ · Gluten-Free Travel: ... Learn how to approach gluten-free travel from a variety of strategies 2) Discover tips for