Travel Smart: Carolyn Scott-Hamilton's Guide to Vegan Dining Abroad
Picture this: you're in a foreign country, excited to explore, but you can't find a single vegan-friendly restaurant. That's the challenge Carolyn Scott-Hamilton, the Healthy Voyager, faced during her travels. Frustrated with having to settle for bread and fries, she decided to take matters into her own hands. Carolyn figured out how to tweak menus to fit her vegan diet without compromising on taste or experience.
In this episode, she chats with Heather Lounsbury about her journey and shares invaluable tips for fellow travelers with dietary restrictions. Carolyn's blog, 'The Healthy Voyager', started as a personal diary of her dining experiences but quickly became a go-to resource for vegan travelers. Her book, 'The Healthy Voyager's Global Kitchen Cookbook', further extends her mission by offering recipes and advice for eating well no matter where you are.
Whether you're vegan for health reasons, ethical beliefs, or just trying to stay fit, Carolyn's insights can make your next trip a lot less stressful and a lot more delicious. Heather and Carolyn discuss practical strategies like researching restaurants in advance, learning key phrases in the local language to communicate your dietary needs, and even packing a few essential snacks just in case.
They also touch on the social aspect of dining out while traveling, ensuring that your dietary choices don't put a damper on your companions' experiences. So if you're tired of compromising your diet every time you travel or just looking for some handy tips to eat healthier on the go, this episode is packed with advice that can make your next adventure both enjoyable and nutritious.
Tune in to learn how to navigate the culinary landscape of any destination without sacrificing your health or your taste buds.