"There's no doubt about it: Traveling with a dietary restriction can be stressful. As an ulcerative colitis (UC) sufferer and an avid traveler, avoiding my triggers-gluten and certain nuts-is not always easy away from home. While I do my best to plan ahead, there have been moments when I've resorted to a bag of chips or a handful of rice crackers for dinner on a trip because I had no other options."
"Many resorts, cruise lines, and expedition companies can accommodate dietary restrictions, but some do it better than others. That said, it's worth doing some extra digging to see how flexible the ones you're interested in really are and what precautions they'll take to ensure your safety. If you're planning a cruise, consider booking with Carnival, Royal Caribbean, Celebrity, Disney, Princess, Holland America, and MSC."
"One study found that 30% of people with inflammatory bowel diseases like UC and Crohn's limited their travel, and up to 40% said that their condition impacted their choice of destination. Those dealing with food allergies face similar struggles, with 42% restricting the number of vacations they take due to dining-related fears, one survey found."
Traveling with dietary restrictions can be stressful, especially when food choices are out of personal control on cruises, all-inclusive resorts, or safaris. Personal experience shows planning helps but limited options sometimes force suboptimal meals. Many people with inflammatory bowel disease or food allergies restrict travel or avoid destinations because of dining concerns. Numerous resorts, cruise lines, and expedition operators can accommodate dietary needs, though responsiveness varies. Researching providers, communicating dietary needs in advance, packing safe snacks and medications, and confirming on-site food-preparation practices improve safety and reduce anxiety while traveling.
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