When I'm traveling or on the go, I make sure to bring a full water bottle and some healthy or healthy-ish snacks with me. It's much easier when traveling by car, but it can be done when flying as well. I generally bring unsalted or lightly salted nuts (that I've purchased in bulk) in resealable plastic bags that I can easily toss in my purse. Apples and oranges travel pretty well, and unsalted microwave popcorn packets have saved me when I've had the midnight munchies (many hotels have microwaves in the lobby if you don't want pop it in your room and smell popcorn all night). I tend to always have at least one individually wrapped protein or nut bar on me, and more in my suitcase. This way, if I'm out and about and start to get hungry, I can have a quick snack that will buy me some time to find a relatively cheaper restaurant with healthier options, vs. just going to the first place that has food Diners are usually less expensive and offer salads or salad plates as well as fruit and cottage cheese. I often ask the hotel staff if there are any good diners around. Another over-looked option is local bars. They often have mostly "bar food" but many will also have a couple of salads on the menu. I try to stay at hotels that offer free breakfast- many have fresh or cut up fruit available. If I'm staying someplace with a fridge, I'll stop at a convenience store or gas station and grab some Greek yogurt (if I didn't travel by car and don't have a cooler bag) to eat in the room with my fruit and nuts. If I must try a local food (I mean sometimes you just gotta try that deep-dish Chicago pizza!), I'll balance it out the rest of the day or only splurge once or twice on the trip. Probably my best strategy is to search for restaurants ahead of travel. You can search for healthy restaurants, cheap restaurants, whatever you are looking for. Most places have menus on-line. This, along with asking the hotel staff, has proven very effective when trying to eat healthier and within budget.

I'm Bryce Collins, Marketing Director at INTRO Travel -- Our groups backpack all over the world, nutritious yet cheap meals are daily business. My first bit of advice is to make full use of the hostel's stove. Oats plus eggs becomes breakfast porridge and frozen veggies can turn the leftovers into fried rice, all for under two Aussie dollars each (USD $1.30). Plus, 80-cent chickpeas roasted with chilli powder turn into a crunchy snack that survives tropical humidity. For snacks - bananas alone.. or joined by peanut-butter sachets for quick fibre and protein on-the-go. And, when its time for cinema-style snacks without the cinema-style costs, try popping your own popcorn - its whole-grain, fills you up, and costs mere cents. Lastly, always carry a reusable water bottle to refill at safe taps - for free! Best, Bryce

When I'm traveling, my budget and my body both thank me for doing a little food prep. I'll hit a local grocery store within the first day for snacks, fruit, and breakfast items so I'm not buying every single meal out. I also look for accommodations with at least a kitchenette so I can make simple meals; even just having a fridge for leftovers makes a difference! And bonus: wandering a local market is a cultural experience and cheaper than three restaurant meals a day.

When traveling, I find that packing my healthy snacks like unsalted nuts and protein bars helps me maintain good nutrition while abroad. These portable options are not only healthier than airport or hotel food, but also ensure I have nutritious choices readily available, regardless of my schedule or location. I also try to carry my essential supplements like creatine, protein powder, and multivitamins with me. Planning with these simple items allows me to stay consistent with my wellness goals while traveling without the added expense of constantly eating out.

When I travel, something I try to do is make my own breakfasts and eat before I leave in the morning. Occasionally I'll eat breakfasts out, but for the most part I try to make it so that breakfast is the one meal every day that I make and thus control entirely on my own. That's one reason why I prefer staying in rentals, because then I can utilize a kitchen. But even if I don't have a kitchen, I can still plan and get things like power bars and fruit ahead of time. Being in control of my breakfasts like this helps me save money and eat healthier while traveling.

Hi, I am Alex Veka, CEO of Vibe Adventures and a travel specialist with 15+yrs experience in traveling. I've also learned that not all travel-friendly food has to cost an arm and a leg to be healthy; it often just requires a little bit of planning and a lot of flexibility. Here are my top strategies: Do Your Food Homework in Advance: Before every trip I commit to a little bit of food research, including Google Maps and local food blogs. Knowing what is typically on offer serves to manage expectations and uncovers easy, budget-friendly and nutritious local meals. Maintain Health and Culture: I try to eat healthy, but I also don't get caught up. Part of traveling is savoring the culture. And if there's not a healthy alternative, I eat what's there without guilt — stress is worse for you than an occasional turn in your diet. Snack Smart and Hydrate: I travel with budget-friendly snacks and a reusable water bottle to keep active and the impulse purchases at bay. I hope this can be useful. Have a nice day! Alex Veka www.vibeadventures.com

One of the biggest challenges with healthy eating is that we often make decisions when we're already tired or rushed. My personal time-saving tip is to let technology do the planning for me. I simply open gptcuisine.com on my phone, type in whatever ingredients I already have in my fridge, and the site instantly suggests balanced recipes I can make right away. What makes this even more convenient is that each suggested recipe comes with a full nutritional breakdown — calories and macronutrients per serving — so I don't have to calculate anything myself. This way, I can plan several meals in just a few minutes, knowing they fit my health goals without spending extra time on spreadsheets or calorie-tracking apps. It's a simple system that saves me hours each week and keeps healthy eating realistic, even during the busiest workdays.

Here's the part people get wrong: eating healthy on-the-go isn't about finding better snacks — it's about skipping the snack entirely. Most "healthy travel eating" advice focuses on protein bars, fruit packs, or DIY trail mix. That's fine, but I've found the biggest game-changer is building a habit of strategic fasting. I basically use travel days as a chance to give my digestive system a break. Rather than fighting to find the perfect $12 quinoa bowl at an airport, I lean into light hunger, sip sparkling water, and wait until I can sit down for a real meal I actually enjoy (and that doesn't cost a small fortune). It's cheaper, more intentional, and surprisingly energizing. Also — airports are designed to make you impulse-buy food. If you treat it like a casino (aka, plan to lose money and your judgment), you will. So before every trip, I use a quick budgeting trick: I pre-decide how much I'm willing to spend on food during travel — and then I spend half that. It forces creativity. I'll go to a local grocery store when I land and grab boiled eggs, bananas, or whatever's local and fresh. It feels less like survival, more like exploration.

When I travel, I start by visiting a local supermarket and taking time to check the products and nutrition labels. I stick to 5-7 staple items I know keep me on track, so I can build simple, healthy meals in the mornings and evenings. I also allow flexibility—it's a holiday, after all. I'll have one meal a day out at a restaurant or even fast food, but I keep it protein-focused and low in carbs, with plenty of meat. That way, I enjoy the local food without feeling sluggish, and my supermarket staples give me a "safety routine" that keeps my eating balanced and budget-friendly.

When I go on a trip, I focus on planning ahead so I can stick to healthy eating without overspending. I search for grocery stores near where I'm staying and take simple and fresh items like fruits, vegetables, yogurt, and nuts. This way, I always have something healthy on hand to avoid having much expensive and less healthy convenience foods. I also check menus from nearby restaurants to choose a dish that fits my budget. Another strategy I use is keeping my meals simple and easy. I'll often pack snacks or small meals for the day when I know I'll be busy or I'll be going to a place where I can have limited options. I also ensure I am hydrated, so I always carry my water bottle. These small things help me maintain a healthy diet, keep me from spending too much, and avoid low energy from eating unhealthy foods. It's important to stay healthy when traveling for work or managing a busy schedule.

It's very difficult to maintain a healthy diet when traveling, so what I try to do is prioritize protein intake and control carbohydrates and fats. For example, for breakfast I order an egg white omelet and one or two fried eggs on the side, so I can control the amount of yolk they use in my omelet. I also make sure to bring my favorite protein bars and eat them as a snack when I don't have time for a proper meal. Of course, it's not my ideal diet plan, but this way I can control my macros and stay healthy.

Anything that has to do with budget requires proper planning, and it's important to do so ahead of the trip. The safest thing to do is to stock up on non-perishable foods to eat while on the trip, and they should be tailored to the frequency of meals. Another thing to do is to have an idea of popular stops along your journey; this way, you can afford to eat healthy foods that could've been perishable.