Do you have a work trip, family vacation or getaway coming up? With Spring quickly approaching, many of us are making plans for a trip. Vacations can feel extremely challenging when following Phase I Protocol, but it doesn't have to be. With preparation and planning you can be successful. Dieters who stay on protocol can expect to continue their weight loss while traveling.
BE SUCCESSFUL WHILE TRAVELING
Plan Ahead: Create a menu for all of your travel days. Pack a variety of IP foods so you can enjoy sweet and salty treats. Pack healthy snacks and look for restaurants that can accomodate your food requirements.
Call the hotel: Do they have a mini fridge or microwave? Is there one accessible to guests if not in the room? Is there a local grocery store that delivers food? I had bottled water, celery sticks and some healthy snacks for the kids waiting upon arrival at the hotel.
Check Luggage: I knew that a daily visit to Starbucks, inside Magic Kingdom, would make me feel like I was on vacation. So I packed enough Ready-Made Vanilla and Chocolate Drinks to go with my Doppio on Ice in a Venti cup. Bonus: I had extra room for souvenirs in my suitcase on the way home.
Drink Water: Pack a water bottle. In Disney, any restaurant will fill it for you for free. Outside Disney and traveling in other places, I have found restaurants and places with a soda fountain very generous with filling my bottle with ice and water.
Celebrate: Find fun activities that don't involve food. Visit a museum, shop, go swimming, take a walk or see a show.
Next time you're in the office, ask your Coach for the “Ideal Protein Restaurant & Social Gathering Tips Sheet” It has a lot of additional helpful hints. | 
