[Travelandtourism] Travelandtourism Digest, Vol 118, Issue 16

Cheryl Echevarria cherylandmaxx at hotmail.com
Sat May 30 13:30:11 UTC 2015


Well you can have the food delivered to the hotel, but you have to be there
to receive it, especially if it has food that needs to be in a refrigerator.
The hotel will not hold the groceries for you. So I would suggest if we
anyone is using this service, make it for the next day you are in Orlando,
like we are arriving on the 3rd, so I would have the service deliver to us
by the morning of the 4th.

Because not sure exactly what time we would get to the hotel after the
airport.

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Subject: Re: [Travelandtourism] Travelandtourism Digest, Vol 118, Issue 16

This service not only could perhaps save us money but time as well.  Hoping
we find some insight on how best to make Orlando Grocery Express work for
us.  

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>   1. Has anyone used Orlando Grocery Express while    staying at
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>   2. Re: Has anyone used Orlando Grocery Express    while staying at
>      National Convention in the past (Denice Brown)
>   3. Don't ruin healthy eating when you travel (Cheryl Echevarria)
>   4. Re: Don't ruin healthy eating when you travel (Cheryl Echevarria)
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> Message: 1
> Date: Fri, 29 May 2015 08:32:18 -0400
> From: Cheryl Echevarria <cherylandmaxx at hotmail.com>
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> Subject: [Travelandtourism] Has anyone used Orlando Grocery Express
>    while    staying at National Convention in the past
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> Good morning all:
> 
> 
> 
> I am wondering, since the hotel restaurants, even Reds Deli can be 
> quiet an expense. We are looking to save some money buy having 
> groceries brought to the hotel. The one place we found does service 
> this Rosen Properties called Orlando Grocery Express, they have a website.
> 
> 
> 
> We are just thinking about getting things like breakfast items, maybe 
> salads for lunches, etc.
> 
> 
> 
> Since we do have refrigerators in our rooms.
> 
> 
> 
> Please advise.
> 
> 
> 
> Thank you.
> 
> 
> 
> 
> 
> Cheryl Echevarria, President
> 
> National Federation of the Blind's Travel and Tourism Division
> 
> A proud division of the
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> starting out and looking for that romantic destination for your 
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> to Walt Disney World or that bucket list trip that Grandma  & Grandpa 
> are planning for the family, I would love to help you.
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> Message: 2
> Date: Fri, 29 May 2015 08:49:49 -0400
> From: Denice Brown <dbrown8827 at aol.com>
> To: NFB Travel and Tourism Division List <travelandtourism at nfbnet.org>
> Subject: Re: [Travelandtourism] Has anyone used Orlando Grocery
>    Express    while staying at National Convention in the past
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> I have never use them. I usually use Walgreens, or the public market.
> 
> Denice
> 
> Sent from My IPhone
> 
>> On May 29, 2015, at 8:32 AM, Cheryl Echevarria via Travelandtourism
<travelandtourism at nfbnet.org> wrote:
>> 
>> Good morning all:
>> 
>> 
>> 
>> I am wondering, since the hotel restaurants, even Reds Deli can be 
>> quiet an expense. We are looking to save some money buy having 
>> groceries brought to the hotel. The one place we found does service 
>> this Rosen Properties called Orlando Grocery Express, they have a
website.
>> 
>> 
>> 
>> We are just thinking about getting things like breakfast items, maybe 
>> salads for lunches, etc.
>> 
>> 
>> 
>> Since we do have refrigerators in our rooms.
>> 
>> 
>> 
>> Please advise.
>> 
>> 
>> 
>> Thank you.
>> 
>> 
>> 
>> 
>> 
>> Cheryl Echevarria, President
>> 
>> National Federation of the Blind's Travel and Tourism Division
>> 
>> A proud division of the
>> 
>> NATIONAL FEDERATION OF THE BLIND - "Live the life you want"
>> 
>> www.nfbtravel.org <http://www.nfbtravel.org>
>> 
>> To join the talk list
>> 
>> http://www.nfbnet.org/mailman/listinfo/travelandtourism_nfbnet.org
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>> 631-236-5138
>> 
>> cherylandmaxx at hotmail.com
>> 
>> 
>> 
>> 
>> 
>> The National Federation of the Blind knows that blindness is not the 
>> characteristic that defines you or your future. Every day we raise 
>> the expectations of blind people, because low expectations create 
>> obstacles between blind people and our dreams. You can have the life 
>> you want; blindness is not what holds you back.
>> 
>> 
>> 
>> 
>> 
>> Cheryl Echevarria
>> 
>> Travel is our specialty and offering the best of meaningful travel 
>> for all ages is our passion!
>> 
>> http://www.echevarriatravel.com
>> 
>> reservations at echevarriatravel.com
>> 
>> 631-456-5394
>> 
>> 
>> 
>> Visit my website to get my FREE report, "Top 5 Good Reasons to Use a 
>> Travel Professional"
>> 
>> 
>> 
>> I build my business on referrals. Please pass my details on to 
>> friends and
>> 
>> family members that deserve the best vacation that they can imagine
>> 
>> 
>> 
>> P.S. - Families of all sizes is my specialty. Whether you are just 
>> starting out and looking for that romantic destination for your 
>> destination wedding or honeymoon. Booking that planned family 
>> vacation to Walt Disney World or that bucket list trip that Grandma  
>> & Grandpa are planning for the family, I would love to help you.
>> 
>> 
>> 
>> We have partnered with Braille Smith. www.braillesmith.com for all 
>> her braille needs.  Gail Smith is the Secretary of the NFB of Alabama
>> 
>> 
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> Message: 3
> Date: Fri, 29 May 2015 10:18:57 -0400
> From: Cheryl Echevarria <cherylandmaxx at hotmail.com>
> To: "'NFB Travel and Tourism Division List'"
>    <travelandtourism at nfbnet.org>
> Cc: "'Amy Baron'" <aebaron at comcast.net>,    "'Jemal Powell'"
>    <derek2872 at yahoo.com>,    "'john Tebockhorst'"
<jptebock at earthlink.net>,
>    "'Lavar Phillips'" <lavarjphillips at gmail.com>,    "'Margo downey'"
>    <margo.downey at roadrunner.com>, <miltjotaylor at gmail.com>,    "'Milton
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> Subject: [Travelandtourism] Don't ruin healthy eating when you travel
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> 
> Good morning everyone:
> 
> 
> 
> You may not know but I do a weekly e-newsletters. This week it is 
> about eating healthy when you travel. Since many of us will be 
> traveling over the next few weeks, whether it is the National 
> Convention or any other getaway, the information below will be very
helpful.
> 
> 
> 
> Hope you enjoy it. Cheryl Echevarria - President, NFB Travel & Tourism 
> Division
> 
> Cheryl Echevarria, President
> 
> National Federation of the Blind's Travel and Tourism Division
> 
> A proud division of the
> 
> NATIONAL FEDERATION OF THE BLIND - "Live the life you want"
> 
> www.nfbtravel.org <http://www.nfbtravel.org>
> 
> To join the talk list
> 
> http://www.nfbnet.org/mailman/listinfo/travelandtourism_nfbnet.org
> 
> 631-236-5138
> 
> cherylandmaxx at hotmail.com
> 
> 
> 
> 
> 
> The National Federation of the Blind knows that blindness is not the 
> characteristic that defines you or your future. Every day we raise the 
> expectations of blind people, because low expectations create 
> obstacles between blind people and our dreams. You can have the life 
> you want; blindness is not what holds you back.
> 
> 
> 
> 
> 
> Cheryl Echevarria
> 
> Travel is our specialty and offering the best of meaningful travel for 
> all ages is our passion!
> 
> http://www.echevarriatravel.com
> 
> reservations at echevarriatravel.com
> 
> 631-456-5394
> 
> 
> 
> Visit my website to get my FREE report, "Top 5 Good Reasons to Use a 
> Travel Professional"
> 
> 
> 
> I build my business on referrals. Please pass my details on to friends 
> and
> 
> family members that deserve the best vacation that they can imagine
> 
> 
> 
> P.S. - Families of all sizes is my specialty. Whether you are just 
> starting out and looking for that romantic destination for your 
> destination wedding or honeymoon. Booking that planned family vacation 
> to Walt Disney World or that bucket list trip that Grandma  & Grandpa 
> are planning for the family, I would love to help you.
> 
> 
> 
> We have partnered with Braille Smith. www.braillesmith.com for all her 
> braille needs.  Gail Smith is the Secretary of the NFB of Alabama
> 
> 
> 
> 
> 
> 
> 
> I've noticed that as people become more conscious of how food affects 
> our
> 
> health, leaving home can sometimes present challenges for those who 
> want to
> 
> keep eating well, who want to avoid illness, or who have certain food
> 
> restrictions.
> 
> 
> 
> Here are some great tips from other seasoned travelers on how to enjoy 
> your
> 
> culinary adventures without compromising how great you want to feel. 
> I'd
> 
> love to know what your go-to tricks are for eating well on the go!
> 
> 
> 
> To your best trip yet,
> 
> 
> 
> Cheryl and Nelson
> 
> 
> 
> Trouble eating well when you travel? Try these tips!
> 
> 
> 
> One of the best parts of traveling is getting to taste and savor all 
> kinds
> 
> of new and delicious foods, whether you're driving across the state or
> 
> flying across the world. And, without a doubt, it's fun to let go a 
> little
> 
> and eat things you wouldn't normally eat during a week at home-that's 
> part
> 
> of the freedom and excitement of being on vacation!
> 
> 
> 
> But we all know the feeling when we've had way too much for too many 
> days
> 
> in a row: the total lack of energy, the bloating, the dehydration,
> 
> headaches, or hangovers, the pronounced jet lag, the increased
> 
> susceptibility to getting sick. All of these things can really get in 
> the
> 
> way of maximizing your travel enjoyment. And if you're someone with 
> food
> 
> restrictions, you know the added frustration of trying to find good 
> food
> 
> that will be good to you, too!
> 
> 
> 
> The great news is that it's easier than ever to make the kinds of food
> 
> choices that will keep you healthy and energized while you're away 
> from
> 
> your usual routine. Here are some simple ways to eat great while 
> you're
> 
> taking in the best moments of your trip:
> 
> 
> 
> 1. Plan ahead. Often when we're traveling, we're out of routine and 
> aren't
> 
> eating at regular intervals. Sometimes we can go several hours without
> 
> eating anything. Contrary to the popular myth that you should hold off
> 
> eating to "save room" for a big meal, going for long stretches without
> 
> eating actually slows metabolism and causes your body to become 
> sluggish
> 
> and tired and hang on to calories. Our bodies experience these periods 
> as
> 
> "mini-starvations" and send our brains into panic mode. To keep blood 
> sugar
> 
> stable and avoid energy lapses (which can then lead to 
> overcompensating
> 
> with high-sugar or fried foods), aim for eating a little bit every 
> couple
> 
> of hours while in transit and while you're out and about, in the form 
> of
> 
> foods that are nutrient-dense and high in lean protein. Pack snacks 
> for
> 
> easy access: nuts, seeds, hard-boiled eggs, firm fruits (like apples),
> 
> veggies and hummus, or natural fruit-and-nut bars.
> 
> 
> 
> If you know where you're staying, scout out restaurants in the area of 
> your
> 
> hotel. Check with your hotel or resort to peruse menus and see what's
> 
> available. Once you arrive, you can use an app like [2]AroundMe to 
> locate
> 
> healthier restaurants in your area. And check out these smart phone 
> apps
> 
> that can help you [3]find gluten- and other allergen-free options 
> while you
> 
> travel.
> 
> 
> 
> 2. Don't forget the grocery store! A supermarket, and especially a 
> local
> 
> co-op, can be your best ally while traveling. You'll have easy, cheap
> 
> access to fresh produce and bulk healthy snacks. You'll find a wider
> 
> variety of great foods that are free of gluten, dairy, and other 
> common
> 
> allergens at a reasonable cost. Plus, many co-ops also have a deli 
> where
> 
> you can get delicious sandwiches, salads, or wraps to take with you 
> during
> 
> the day.
> 
> 
> 
> 3. Your mother was right: get your greens and take your vitamins. 
> While
> 
> you're traveling, your immune system is exposed to tons of new
> 
> pathogens-especially on airplanes and other mass transit. You want to 
> make
> 
> sure your body has what it needs to stay healthy and fight germs and
> 
> process toxins. Don't forget to pack your multi-vitamin and your other
> 
> supplements! If you can't get ready access to fresh greens, consider
> 
> getting some powdered greens that you can bring with you and easily 
> mix
> 
> into a glass of water or a morning smoothie.
> 
> 
> 
> 4. Speaking of morning smoothies..if you're really dedicated to 
> getting
> 
> your daily intake of fruits and veggies, you might even consider 
> bringing
> 
> along a [4]travel blender. This might seem extreme to some, but 
> consider
> 
> this: most of them are under $20, fit easily into a suitcase or the 
> back of
> 
> the car, and can be just the thing to quickly make a power breakfast 
> of
> 
> fruits, nuts, and vegetables that will keep you going all morning.
> 
> 
> 
> 5. Drink way more water than you normally do. Planes and hotel rooms 
> are
> 
> notoriously dry. Walking around all day expends energy and dehydrates.
> 
> Often people drink alcohol or sodas with meals, which also are
dehydrating.
> 
> Drinking more than your usual 8 glasses of water a day will keep you
> 
> energized, hydrate your cells, keep your skin glowing, and will help 
> flush
> 
> out toxins.
> 
> 
> 
> 6. Drink less alcohol than everyone around you is drinking. This can 
> be
> 
> challenging especially on business trips, where drinking is a familiar
> 
> pastime. But in addition to worsening dehydration and jet lag, tossing 
> back
> 
> more than two drinks leads to more unhealthy eating. (A study from
> 
> the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition found that men take in an 
> extra
> 
> 433 calories on average from alcohol and food when they consume more 
> than
> 
> two drinks!)
> 
> 
> 
> 7. Try to get your eight hours' beauty rest. Easier said than done, I
know!
> 
> But getting decent rest helps steady your metabolism, resets your 
> adrenal
> 
> system, and boosts your immunity. Being sufficiently rested will make 
> every
> 
> other choice you face on your vacation so much easier.
> 
> 
> 
> 8. Try the "one and done" rule. Let yourself have treats and enjoy
> 
> them-just keep it to once a day. Get that gorgeous piece of chocolate
cake.
> 
> Have an extra helping of steak fries. Order the thing that's happily 
> doused
> 
> with butter, and love every single bite. And then, be done with the
> 
> less-than-healthy food for that day. There's always more.
> 
> 
> 
> However you decide to plan your meals on your trip, I'd love to help 
> you
> 
> get there! As your travel agent, I can offer you insider tips on 
> transport,
> 
> accommodations, and entertainment. If you're ready to start
> 
> planning, [5]contact me today. I can't wait to chat!
> 
> 
> 
> We Make Getting There, As Easy As Being There!
> 
> 
> 
> Cheryl Echevarria was awarded by Governor Andrew Cuomo
> 
> 
> 
> 2012 NY State Disabled Entrepreneur of the Year!
> 
> 
> 
> We Offer the Best in Family, Romance & Luxury Travel Experience
> 
> 
> 
> We Advocate for all client through the National Federation of the 
> Blind
> 
> (NFB.org)
> 
> 
> 
> &
> 
> 
> 
> American Society for Travel Agents (ASTA.org)
> 
> 
> 
> What makes us unique? Simple: serving families and couples in love.
> 
> Cultivating love is our passion. We know the joys and challenges of
> 
> bringing together a blended family and kids of all ages, and we are 
> devoted
> 
> grandparents. We know this time is precious. We want to share our
> 
> experience with you, so you can sit back and enjoy your trip without
> 
> hassles and extra expense.
> 
> 
> 
> We also offer dedicated services for the legally blind traveler. 
> Cheryl
> 
> Echevarria has been legally blind since 2001 from complications from
> 
> diabetes, and we are able to assist those who are low vision to 
> totally
> 
> blind. Cheryl Echevarria is an advocate for the blind community not 
> only
> 
> locally (within the United States with the National Federation of the
> 
> Blind), but also works with other destinations and suppliers around 
> the
> 
> world for everyone to travel and enjoy life.
> 
> 
> 
> References
> 
> 
> 
> 1. http://echevarriatravel.com/
> 
> 2. http://www.aroundmeapp.com/
> 
> 3. http://www.onemedical.com/blog/live-well/gluten-free-apps/
> 
> 4.
> http://www.amazon.com/s/?ie=UTF8&keywords=personal+travel+blender&tag=
> googhy
> dr-20&index=aps&hvadid=50527624625&hvpos=1t1&hvexid=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=1
> 841432 
> 590343723376&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=b&hvdev=c&ref=pd_sl_2lnrqbnw5_b
> 
> 5. http://echevarriatravel.com/
> 
> 
> 
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> 
> Message: 4
> Date: Fri, 29 May 2015 10:35:36 -0400
> From: Cheryl Echevarria <cherylandmaxx at hotmail.com>
> To: "'NFB Travel and Tourism Division List'"
>    <travelandtourism at nfbnet.org>
> Subject: Re: [Travelandtourism] Don't ruin healthy eating when you
>    travel
> Message-ID: <BLU402-EAS92FC3C71509351ECDE0919A1C90 at phx.gbl>
> Content-Type: text/plain; charset="us-ascii"
> 
> I want to apologize, when I pasted the information in to the body of 
> the email, my signature came in the middle of the information.
> 
> Please read below my signature for more. Again. apologizes
> 
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Travelandtourism [mailto:travelandtourism-bounces at nfbnet.org] On 
> Behalf Of Cheryl Echevarria via Travelandtourism
> Sent: Friday, May 29, 2015 10:19 AM
> To: 'NFB Travel and Tourism Division List'
> Cc: Cheryl Echevarria; 'Milton Taylor'; 'john Tebockhorst'; 'Steven 
> Hastalis'; 'Jemal Powell'; miltjotaylor at gmail.com
> Subject: [Travelandtourism] Don't ruin healthy eating when you travel
> 
> Good morning everyone:
> 
> 
> 
> You may not know but I do a weekly e-newsletters. This week it is 
> about eating healthy when you travel. Since many of us will be 
> traveling over the next few weeks, whether it is the National 
> Convention or any other getaway, the information below will be very
helpful.
> 
> 
> 
> Hope you enjoy it. Cheryl Echevarria - President, NFB Travel & Tourism 
> Division
> 
> Cheryl Echevarria, President
> 
> National Federation of the Blind's Travel and Tourism Division
> 
> A proud division of the
> 
> NATIONAL FEDERATION OF THE BLIND - "Live the life you want"
> 
> www.nfbtravel.org <http://www.nfbtravel.org>
> 
> To join the talk list
> 
> http://www.nfbnet.org/mailman/listinfo/travelandtourism_nfbnet.org
> 
> 631-236-5138
> 
> cherylandmaxx at hotmail.com
> 
> 
> 
> 
> 
> The National Federation of the Blind knows that blindness is not the 
> characteristic that defines you or your future. Every day we raise the 
> expectations of blind people, because low expectations create 
> obstacles between blind people and our dreams. You can have the life 
> you want; blindness is not what holds you back.
> 
> 
> 
> 
> 
> Cheryl Echevarria
> 
> Travel is our specialty and offering the best of meaningful travel for 
> all ages is our passion!
> 
> http://www.echevarriatravel.com
> 
> reservations at echevarriatravel.com
> 
> 631-456-5394
> 
> 
> 
> Visit my website to get my FREE report, "Top 5 Good Reasons to Use a 
> Travel Professional"
> 
> 
> 
> I build my business on referrals. Please pass my details on to friends 
> and
> 
> family members that deserve the best vacation that they can imagine
> 
> 
> 
> P.S. - Families of all sizes is my specialty. Whether you are just 
> starting out and looking for that romantic destination for your 
> destination wedding or honeymoon. Booking that planned family vacation 
> to Walt Disney World or that bucket list trip that Grandma  & Grandpa 
> are planning for the family, I would love to help you.
> 
> 
> 
> We have partnered with Braille Smith. www.braillesmith.com for all her 
> braille needs.  Gail Smith is the Secretary of the NFB of Alabama
> 
> 
> 
> 
> 
> 
> 
> I've noticed that as people become more conscious of how food affects 
> our
> 
> health, leaving home can sometimes present challenges for those who 
> want to
> 
> keep eating well, who want to avoid illness, or who have certain food
> 
> restrictions.
> 
> 
> 
> Here are some great tips from other seasoned travelers on how to enjoy 
> your
> 
> culinary adventures without compromising how great you want to feel. 
> I'd
> 
> love to know what your go-to tricks are for eating well on the go!
> 
> 
> 
> To your best trip yet,
> 
> 
> 
> Cheryl and Nelson
> 
> 
> 
> Trouble eating well when you travel? Try these tips!
> 
> 
> 
> One of the best parts of traveling is getting to taste and savor all 
> kinds
> 
> of new and delicious foods, whether you're driving across the state or
> 
> flying across the world. And, without a doubt, it's fun to let go a 
> little
> 
> and eat things you wouldn't normally eat during a week at home-that's 
> part
> 
> of the freedom and excitement of being on vacation!
> 
> 
> 
> But we all know the feeling when we've had way too much for too many 
> days
> 
> in a row: the total lack of energy, the bloating, the dehydration,
> 
> headaches, or hangovers, the pronounced jet lag, the increased
> 
> susceptibility to getting sick. All of these things can really get in 
> the
> 
> way of maximizing your travel enjoyment. And if you're someone with 
> food
> 
> restrictions, you know the added frustration of trying to find good 
> food
> 
> that will be good to you, too!
> 
> 
> 
> The great news is that it's easier than ever to make the kinds of food
> 
> choices that will keep you healthy and energized while you're away 
> from
> 
> your usual routine. Here are some simple ways to eat great while 
> you're
> 
> taking in the best moments of your trip:
> 
> 
> 
> 1. Plan ahead. Often when we're traveling, we're out of routine and 
> aren't
> 
> eating at regular intervals. Sometimes we can go several hours without
> 
> eating anything. Contrary to the popular myth that you should hold off
> 
> eating to "save room" for a big meal, going for long stretches without
> 
> eating actually slows metabolism and causes your body to become 
> sluggish
> 
> and tired and hang on to calories. Our bodies experience these periods 
> as
> 
> "mini-starvations" and send our brains into panic mode. To keep blood 
> sugar
> 
> stable and avoid energy lapses (which can then lead to 
> overcompensating
> 
> with high-sugar or fried foods), aim for eating a little bit every 
> couple
> 
> of hours while in transit and while you're out and about, in the form 
> of
> 
> foods that are nutrient-dense and high in lean protein. Pack snacks 
> for
> 
> easy access: nuts, seeds, hard-boiled eggs, firm fruits (like apples),
> 
> veggies and hummus, or natural fruit-and-nut bars.
> 
> 
> 
> If you know where you're staying, scout out restaurants in the area of 
> your
> 
> hotel. Check with your hotel or resort to peruse menus and see what's
> 
> available. Once you arrive, you can use an app like [2]AroundMe to 
> locate
> 
> healthier restaurants in your area. And check out these smart phone 
> apps
> 
> that can help you [3]find gluten- and other allergen-free options 
> while you
> 
> travel.
> 
> 
> 
> 2. Don't forget the grocery store! A supermarket, and especially a 
> local
> 
> co-op, can be your best ally while traveling. You'll have easy, cheap
> 
> access to fresh produce and bulk healthy snacks. You'll find a wider
> 
> variety of great foods that are free of gluten, dairy, and other 
> common
> 
> allergens at a reasonable cost. Plus, many co-ops also have a deli 
> where
> 
> you can get delicious sandwiches, salads, or wraps to take with you 
> during
> 
> the day.
> 
> 
> 
> 3. Your mother was right: get your greens and take your vitamins. 
> While
> 
> you're traveling, your immune system is exposed to tons of new
> 
> pathogens-especially on airplanes and other mass transit. You want to 
> make
> 
> sure your body has what it needs to stay healthy and fight germs and
> 
> process toxins. Don't forget to pack your multi-vitamin and your other
> 
> supplements! If you can't get ready access to fresh greens, consider
> 
> getting some powdered greens that you can bring with you and easily 
> mix
> 
> into a glass of water or a morning smoothie.
> 
> 
> 
> 4. Speaking of morning smoothies..if you're really dedicated to 
> getting
> 
> your daily intake of fruits and veggies, you might even consider 
> bringing
> 
> along a [4]travel blender. This might seem extreme to some, but 
> consider
> 
> this: most of them are under $20, fit easily into a suitcase or the 
> back of
> 
> the car, and can be just the thing to quickly make a power breakfast 
> of
> 
> fruits, nuts, and vegetables that will keep you going all morning.
> 
> 
> 
> 5. Drink way more water than you normally do. Planes and hotel rooms 
> are
> 
> notoriously dry. Walking around all day expends energy and dehydrates.
> 
> Often people drink alcohol or sodas with meals, which also are
dehydrating.
> 
> Drinking more than your usual 8 glasses of water a day will keep you
> 
> energized, hydrate your cells, keep your skin glowing, and will help 
> flush
> 
> out toxins.
> 
> 
> 
> 6. Drink less alcohol than everyone around you is drinking. This can 
> be
> 
> challenging especially on business trips, where drinking is a familiar
> 
> pastime. But in addition to worsening dehydration and jet lag, tossing 
> back
> 
> more than two drinks leads to more unhealthy eating. (A study from
> 
> the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition found that men take in an 
> extra
> 
> 433 calories on average from alcohol and food when they consume more 
> than
> 
> two drinks!)
> 
> 
> 
> 7. Try to get your eight hours' beauty rest. Easier said than done, I
know!
> 
> But getting decent rest helps steady your metabolism, resets your 
> adrenal
> 
> system, and boosts your immunity. Being sufficiently rested will make 
> every
> 
> other choice you face on your vacation so much easier.
> 
> 
> 
> 8. Try the "one and done" rule. Let yourself have treats and enjoy
> 
> them-just keep it to once a day. Get that gorgeous piece of chocolate
cake.
> 
> Have an extra helping of steak fries. Order the thing that's happily 
> doused
> 
> with butter, and love every single bite. And then, be done with the
> 
> less-than-healthy food for that day. There's always more.
> 
> 
> 
> However you decide to plan your meals on your trip, I'd love to help 
> you
> 
> get there! As your travel agent, I can offer you insider tips on 
> transport,
> 
> accommodations, and entertainment. If you're ready to start
> 
> planning, [5]contact me today. I can't wait to chat!
> 
> 
> 
> We Make Getting There, As Easy As Being There!
> 
> 
> 
> Cheryl Echevarria was awarded by Governor Andrew Cuomo
> 
> 
> 
> 2012 NY State Disabled Entrepreneur of the Year!
> 
> 
> 
> We Offer the Best in Family, Romance & Luxury Travel Experience
> 
> 
> 
> We Advocate for all client through the National Federation of the 
> Blind
> 
> (NFB.org)
> 
> 
> 
> &
> 
> 
> 
> American Society for Travel Agents (ASTA.org)
> 
> 
> 
> What makes us unique? Simple: serving families and couples in love.
> 
> Cultivating love is our passion. We know the joys and challenges of
> 
> bringing together a blended family and kids of all ages, and we are 
> devoted
> 
> grandparents. We know this time is precious. We want to share our
> 
> experience with you, so you can sit back and enjoy your trip without
> 
> hassles and extra expense.
> 
> 
> 
> We also offer dedicated services for the legally blind traveler. 
> Cheryl
> 
> Echevarria has been legally blind since 2001 from complications from
> 
> diabetes, and we are able to assist those who are low vision to 
> totally
> 
> blind. Cheryl Echevarria is an advocate for the blind community not 
> only
> 
> locally (within the United States with the National Federation of the
> 
> Blind), but also works with other destinations and suppliers around 
> the
> 
> world for everyone to travel and enjoy life.
> 
> 
> 
> References
> 
> 
> 
> 1. http://echevarriatravel.com/
> 
> 2. http://www.aroundmeapp.com/
> 
> 3. http://www.onemedical.com/blog/live-well/gluten-free-apps/
> 
> 4.
> http://www.amazon.com/s/?ie=UTF8&keywords=personal+travel+blender&tag=
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> 841432 
> 590343723376&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=b&hvdev=c&ref=pd_sl_2lnrqbnw5_b
> 
> 5. http://echevarriatravel.com/
> 
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