Travel Gluten Free Podcast Episode 159 The Advantages of Camping in State Parks Gluten Free   We all love our national parks. But it's so easy to overlook the sunning state parks that many of us have right in our backyard! In this episode, I share some of the benefits I've learned in choosing a state park over a national park. You'll find that you can do a lot of the same activities inside a state park. Sometimes, there's even more options for fun than at a national park! I also have a list of my favorite state parks (on both coasts!) to get you excited for your next gluten free adventure.    Avoid the Crowd of a National Park   One of the biggest advantages of staying at a state park over a national park is the crowds. State parks are often less crowded than national parks, where the wait time just to get inside can be up to two hours. I sometimes only see two or three other people camping when I stay in state parks. With fewer people camping, hiking, or biking, you're more free to get outside and relax in the outdoors.    Less Restrictions on Your Visit   State parks don't typically have the same protective regulations that national parks do. This means there is less restriction on what activities you can do in a state park. Boating and other watersports, for example, are often prohibited in national parks--but there are plenty of options inside a state park! Best of all, state parks are dog-friendly! No need to leave your furry friend behind at the campsite like in national parks; in state parks, they're allowed on the hiking trail with you!   Take Advantage of Your Backyard’s Beauty   Most of all, state parks are local. They’re easy to drive to, and there’s usually two dozen or more in any given state. It’s easy to find a nearby state park: just Google ‘state parks’ and your state’s name. You don't have to go out of your way to find something amazing; oftentimes, state parks can only be a 15 minute drive away. So, if you’re considering a national park, check to see if there’s a state park nearby! You can always take advantage of the lower prices, fewer crowds, and the overlooked beauty of your local state park.    Happy 30th Birthday to Our Sponsor Kinnikinnick!   Kinnikinnick is celebrating its 30th birthday and is offering Travel Gluten Free listeners a 10% discount when you use the code TravelGlutenFree at checkout! Order $55 or more and receive your discount when you checkout in your cart! Then, fill your cart with one of Kinnikinnick's new goodies, such as their chocolate chip cookies, their soft and fluffy hot dog buns, and their flatbread crusts.   Journey with Travel Gluten Free Get the BEST all-natural gluten-free travel cosmetics at Lemongrass Spa!  Find cool gluten-free swag at my gluten-free swag shop The Guide to Traveling Gluten Free will walk you through planning and enjoying your next gluten-free travel adventure!   Follow Travel Gluten Free on Social Media  Twitter, Facebook, Youtube, Pinterest, Instagram   *Spread the love of Travel Gluten Free podcast and share this episode with a friend* 

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The Advantages of Camping in State Parks Gluten Free

Travel Gluten Free Podcast Episode 158 Rerun: Tips on Camping Gluten-Free   Since many people have been camping for their COVID vacation, I wanted to share with you great gluten-free food prep tips for creating meals, camping snacks, and food storage when you're camping. I've learned these experiences the hard way by making mistakes while on the road and eating out of the back of my car or at the campfire. Take steps to eliminate the hassle and expending energy on clean up when you're camping with these camping COVID-19 tips!   Gluten-Free Snacks for Hiking   If you are going hiking and need hiking snacks, the most efficient way to pack these is to buy single servings and put one type of snack in each Ziploc bag - this is one of the expenses I will incur because Ziploc is sturdier than other brands of plastic storage bags.   Marinating Gluten-Free Foods   An easy and efficient way to prepare your marinated food is to take your favorite gluten-free salad dressing and place your meal to be marinated into a double Ziploc. If you are using tofu, make sure to use firm tofu and plan to eat the first or second night, as tofu can fall apart quickly. Also, make sure to cut in thick slabs to be more sturdy.   For a quick and easy marinade, take your food to be marinated, add favorite salad dressing, place in double Ziploc, close bag, take all air out, then seal. Keep cold until ready to use.   Gluten-Free COVID Camping Soups   To create easy soups, prep and blend your spices ahead of time and put them in an air-tight container. Label your container. Use dried spices instead of fresh if you are not going to use them in the first two days. Then, bring along canned items that you are going to use to make your soup. Make only the amount you need for one night - storing leftovers is time and energy-consuming.    Happy 30th Birthday to Our Sponsor Kinnikinnick!   Kinnikinnick is celebrating its 30th birthday and is offering Travel Gluten Free listeners a 10% discount when you use the code TravelGlutenFree at checkout! Order $55 or more and receive your discount when you checkout in your cart! Then, fill your cart with one of Kinnikinnick's new goodies, such as their chocolate chip cookies, their soft and fluffy hot dog buns, and their flatbread crusts.   Journey with Travel Gluten Free Get the BEST all-natural gluten-free travel cosmetics at Lemongrass Spa!  Find cool gluten-free swag at my gluten-free swag shop The Guide to Traveling Gluten Free will walk you through planning and enjoying your next gluten-free travel adventure!   Follow Travel Gluten Free on Social Media  Twitter, Facebook, Youtube, Pinterest, Instagram   *Spread the love of Travel Gluten Free podcast and share this episode with a friend* 

Rerun: Tips on Camping Gluten-Free

Travel Gluten Free Podcast Episode 157 Rerun Gluten Free Halloween Candy   Listen in to this rerun of Gluten Free Halloween Candy and find out why brands you can normally trust have a different manufacturing process during the holidays. We know what happens when new food prep is involved - the addition of the potential for cross-contamination. Know which brands are safe to eat during the upcoming Halloween Holidays and which candy you want to stay away from if you’re gluten-free.   The Guide to Traveling Gluten Free Are you anxious about traveling with Celiacs Disease? Does the thought of getting sick on vacation worry you to no end? Unsure of what travel options are safe and how to choose a safe restaurant away from home for you and your children? The Guide to Traveling Gluten Free will walk you through the process of planning and enjoying your next gluten-free travel adventure! Take the guesswork out of how to travel. Learn how to take a trip safely, what questions to ask when you are at a restaurant and which online tools and apps to utilize to find safe, dedicated gluten-free restaurants and food options. Find out what stores to shop at to purchase gluten-free food, determine if a restaurant is gluten-free or celiac friendly, and when you should walk out of a restaurant.  Links and Resources Mentioned   Contact Information Just Born | 888-645-3453 Necco | 781-485-4800 Hershey's | 800-468-1714 Mars Chocolate | 800-627-7852 Nestle USA | 800-225-2270 Tootsie Roll Industries | 773-838-3400 Wrigley | (800) 974-4539 Ferrero (Tic Tac) | 732-764-9300   Happy 30th Birthday to Our Sponsor Kinnikinnick!   Kinnikinnick is celebrating its 30th birthday and is offering Travel Gluten Free listeners a 10% discount when you use the code TravelGlutenFree at checkout! Order $55 or more and receive your discount when you checkout in your cart! Then, fill your cart with one of Kinnikinnick's new goodies, such as their chocolate chip cookies, their soft and fluffy hot dog buns, and their flatbread crusts.    Journey with Travel Gluten Free Get the BEST all-natural gluten-free travel cosmetics at Lemongrass Spa!  Find cool gluten-free swag at my gluten-free swag shop The Guide to Traveling Gluten Free will walk you through planning and enjoying your next gluten-free travel adventure!   Follow Travel Gluten Free on Social Media  Twitter, Facebook, Youtube, Pinterest, Instagram   *Spread the love of Travel Gluten Free podcast and share this episode with a friend* 

Rerun Gluten Free Halloween Candy

Travel Gluten Free Podcast Episode 156 Traveling Responsibly and Embracing Conscious Travel by Stephen Bailey   Welcome to the Travel Gluten Free Podcast! Today, I have the honor of replaying my last guest’s podcast episode. Stephen Bailey of the Kated Travel Podcast, graciously shared his episode titled Embracing Conscious Travel. I’m excited to share this episode with you, and I believe wholeheartedly that we need to travel responsibly so that the special places on Earth will be left intact and in their beauty and splendor for generations to come.   Embracing Responsible Travel    Episode 156 of Travel Gluten Free Podcast is a replay of the Kated Travel Podcast’s Episode 252.   “The CEO of Intrepid Travel said that people on trips don't want to be burdened by being conscious, they just want to have a good time. Host Stephen Bailey fundamentally disagrees.    Travel is an opportunity for us to be more conscious, to open our minds to the impact we have on our destinations, and just as importantly, the impact our destinations can have on us. We can all embrace more conscious ways of travel, without losing the care-free feeling of an escape. Being conscious will help us have a more sustainable future and also helps to create a better travel experience, for you, the traveller.”   Connect with Stephen from Kated Travel Connect with Stephen on Kated Travel Podcast Follow Kated Travel on Instagram   Journey with Travel Gluten Free Get the BEST all-natural gluten-free travel cosmetics at Lemongrass Spa!  Find cool gluten-free swag at my gluten-free swag shop The Guide to Traveling Gluten Free will walk you through planning and enjoying your next gluten-free travel adventure!   Follow Travel Gluten Free on Social Media  Twitter, Facebook, Youtube, Pinterest, Instagram   Spread the love of Travel Gluten Free podcast and share this episode with a friend 

Traveling Responsibly and Embracing Conscious Travel by Stephen Bailey

Travel Gluten Free Podcast Episode 155 Living in Africa as a Digital Nomad with Stephen Bailey of Kated Travel Podcast   Welcome to the Travel Gluten Free Podcast! Today, I’m speaking with Stephen Bailey of Kated Travel Podcast about his experience as a digital nomad and his most exciting travel experiences in his 14-year journey around the world.    Traveling as a Digital Nomad   Stephen traveled to every continent, except Antarctica, by overland travel. Moving to his next destination by train, bus, or walking, he decided on where to go next by where he could get to on the map. On the locations he chose to stay for a period of time, Stephen found a group of travelers to congregate with and decided to give that city an extended stay.   Traveling as a Lifestyle in Comparison to Traveling for Fun   Many traditional forms of employment don’t support working remotely before COVID, so it was definitely harder to live a nomadic lifestyle. Living as a nomad can be challenging since you aren’t in a place for an extended period of time, so it’s hard to make lifelong friends. However, Stephen was able to connect and make friends with locals in the different destinations that he visited.   Listen in to find out how Stephen was able to create a career from travel writing, where he found the best African safari experiences, and why you want to keep your windows and doors closed and locked when traveling through Africa.   Connect with Stephen from Kated Travel Connect with Stephen on Kated Travel Podcast Follow Kated Travel on Instagram   Journey with Travel Gluten Free Get the BEST all-natural gluten-free travel cosmetics at Lemongrass Spa!  Find cool gluten-free swag at my gluten-free swag shop The Guide to Traveling Gluten Free will walk you through planning and enjoying your next gluten-free travel adventure!   Follow Travel Gluten Free on Social Media  Twitter, Facebook, Youtube, Pinterest, Instagram   Spread the love of Travel Gluten Free podcast and share this episode with a friend 

Living in Africa as a Digital Nomad with Stephen Bailey of Kated Travel Podcast

Travel Gluten Free Podcast Episode 154 Gluten-Free African Safari Eco-Travel    Welcome to the Travel Gluten Free Podcast, where you can listen in on how to lead a gluten-free lifestyle with more fun and ease! James Mwenda, a native of Kenya, is with me today, and we talk about his fantastic gluten-free, eco-safari tours, which are one of the items on my bucket list for next year! Find out how you can experience Kenyan culture, wildlife, and delicious, fresh, local foods on a Jemu Expeditions tour!   Growing Up Next to Mount Kenya   As a child, James grew up in a village next to Mount Kenya, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Elephants would routinely come into his village and eat everything they could get their trunks around! Finally, rangers came and moved the elephants back into the forest to be in the natural habitat. James enjoyed watching the rangers as a child and knew he wanted to work with wildlife as a ranger ever since.   Saving the Last of the Endangered White Rhinos in Africa   James became a ranger as an adult, and by the time he was able to work with the white rhinos, there were seven of them left on the planet. “My whole perspective changed when I landed being the caretaker of the last of the northern white rhinos. I refused to be the normal caregiver, giving them food and going to sleep and feeling sorry for them. Instead, I wanted to do something for them.” This gave James the motivation to speak up for them and utilize the opportunities available to raise as much awareness as possible for the rhinos and other species he was working with at the time.   Take a Life-Changing Vacation on an African Eco-Safari with Jemu Expeditions   An outstanding safari experience is a life-changing event; James will take you to untouched destinations and meet the local people with unique cultures along the way. This spurs a reality of how we humans are finite in an infinite intricate world. Jemu Expeditions will take you to spots with beauty to see wildlife with stunning backdrops and unbelievable sunsets.   Happy 30th Birthday to Our Sponsor Kinnikinnick!   Kinnikinnick is celebrating its 30th birthday and is offering Travel Gluten Free listeners a 10% discount when you use the code TravelGlutenFree at checkout! Order $55 or more and receive your discount when you checkout in your cart! Then, fill your cart with one of Kinnikinnick's new goodies, such as their chocolate chip cookies, their soft and fluffy hot dog buns, and their flatbread crusts.    Connect with James from Jemu Expeditions Connect with James on Jemu Expeditions Follow James on Instagram   Journey with Travel Gluten Free Get the BEST all-natural gluten-free travel cosmetics at Lemongrass Spa!  Find cool gluten-free swag at my gluten-free swag shop The Guide to Traveling Gluten Free will walk you through planning and enjoying your next gluten-free travel adventure!   Follow Travel Gluten Free on Social Media  Twitter, Facebook, Youtube, Pinterest, Instagram   Spread the love of Travel Gluten Free podcast and share this episode with a friend 

Gluten-Free African Safari Eco-Travel 

Travel Gluten Free Podcast Episode 153 Take Your Next Gluten-Free Vacation with Ellen from Gluten-Free Vacations!   Welcome to the Travel Gluten Free Podcast, where you can listen in on how to lead a gluten-free lifestyle with more fun and ease! Today, I have Ellen from Gluten. To find out more about gluten-free cruising, pick up The Guide to Traveling Gluten Free!   Shoreline Destinations   Ellen is part of the fantastic team at Shoreline Destinations, a boutique travel agency specializing in destination weddings, family vacations, and couples getaways. Their team helps plan vacations to the Caribbean, Mexico, Europe, Disney & Universal, and more! Ellen’s team loves to share their travel experiences, so when you plan a trip with Gluten-free Vacations, you also have the advantage of the travel experiences from all their team’s experienced travel advisors at Shoreline Destinations.    Why Ellen Created Gluten-Free Vacations   Ellen loves to “see new locations and go to new destinations,” with the Caribbean, Mexico, and Disney as her top three favorite destinations because these places offer exceptional options for gluten-free travelers. When you feel like you can’t travel because you are gluten-free, the best first step when choosing a vacation is to go to an all-inclusive location with strict protocols in place. There are multiple restaurants you can eat at, extensive gluten-free choices on the menus, making it easier for anyone who’s gluten-free, especially those who are new to the gluten-free lifestyle.    Best Destinations for Gluten-Free Travelers   “People don’t want to go on vacation and only have the option of eating meat and vegetables.” I agree! That’s why Ellen vets and personally visits the locations that she sends her clients to ensure they can eat comfort foods such as gluten-free waffles and gluten-free pancakes. “You want to indulge and have a good time on vacation. You want to feel like you’re eating what the rest of the group is eating.” That’s for sure! Being able to feel “normal” when you’re eating is such a relief and happy moment when you’re gluten-free.   The Guide to Traveling Gluten Free   Are you anxious about traveling with Celiacs Disease? Does the thought of getting sick on vacation worry you to no end? The Guide to Traveling Gluten Free will walk you through planning and enjoying your next gluten-free travel adventure! Learn how to take a trip safely, what questions to ask when you are at a restaurant and which online tools and apps to utilize to find safe, dedicated gluten-free restaurants and food options when you read my guide!   Happy 30th Birthday to Our Sponsor Kinnikinnick! Kinnikinnick is celebrating its 30th birthday and is offering Travel Gluten Free listeners a 10% discount when you use the code TravelGlutenFree at checkout! Order $55 or more and receive your discount when you checkout in your cart! Then, fill your cart with one of Kinnikinnick's new goodies, such as their chocolate chip cookies, their soft and fluffy hot dog buns, and their flatbread crusts.   Connect with Ellen Nestorik from Gluten-Free Vacations Connect with Ellen on her website Gluten-Free Vacations Follow Ellen on Instagram   Journey with Travel Gluten Free Get the BEST all-natural gluten-free travel cosmetics at Lemongrass Spa!  Find cool gluten-free swag at my gluten-free swag shop Grab Travel Deals on my website and Support Travel Gluten Free on Patreon   Follow Travel Gluten Free on Social Media  Twitter, Facebook, Youtube, Pinterest, Instagram   Spread the love of Travel Gluten Free podcast and share this episode with a friend   ***Disclaimer: Content on the Travel Gluten Free Website and Podcast, including text, images, audio, or other formats were created for informational purposes only. Material contained on Travel Gluten Free are not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your qualified healthcare provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Travel Gluten Free website, podcast, and guests present content solely for educational and entertainment purposes, and use of this information is at your own risk.*** 

Take Your Next Gluten-Free Vacation with Ellen from Gluten-Free Vacations!

Travel Gluten Free Podcast Episode 152 AIP Specialty Celiac Cruise with Rita Perez of Rita Ventures   Welcome to the Travel Gluten Free Podcast, where you can listen in on how to lead a gluten-free lifestyle with more fun and ease! Today, you’ll find out about a rare offering in the cruise and travel industry - Celiac cruising! More specifically, learn about how you can cruise gluten and dairy-free.   Rita Ventures Group Cruise Ship Retreats   At Rita Ventures, you’ll go beyond a typical group trip with an exceptional experience during your curated trip tuned for your group that richly transforms your personal bonds.   Creating Connections Through Gluten-Free Cruising   Rita loves to help corporate clients and groups create a deeper connection through their travel experience. Create memories of your trip through both the destination you visit and the memories you make with your tour group.   Leave the Work of Travel and Gluten-Free Group Cruising to Rita!   Rita handles all components of your travel, including airfare, cabins, food and meals, and excellent group bonding activities. You’ll forget all about your daily life when you feel taken care of on a Rita Venture, so you can focus on bonding and getting to know the members of your cruise vacation better!   Relationships Matter When It Comes to Group Gluten-Free Travel   Rita at Rita ventures makes sure to have great relationships with valued travel partners, making a big difference in the quality and service you receive! She partners with hotels, cruise lines, and other accommodations and outfitters that enhance your travel experience.   The Inaugural AIP Cruise: The Gluten-Free Cruise You’ll Want to Be On!   The Inaugural AIP Cruise will now be sailing November 3-7, 2022. Departing from Port Canaveral in Orlando, FL, you’ll receive a fabulous four nights traveling to Cozumel, Mexico, with two days at sea, on the beautiful Mariner of the Seas cruise line. You can find her updated cruise guide here and the booking link to get your cabin for this fantastic trip! You can fit two people per cabin, so make sure to bring a friend, partner, or family member along with you to experience this travel destination together. Email Rita at aipcruise@gmail.com if you would like to add more people to your cabin or have special requests for food or accommodations.   The Guide to Traveling Gluten Free   Are you anxious about traveling with Celiacs Disease? Does the thought of getting sick on vacation worry you to no end? The Guide to Traveling Gluten Free will walk you through planning and enjoying your next gluten-free travel adventure! Learn how to take a trip safely, what questions to ask when you are at a restaurant and which online tools and apps to utilize to find safe, dedicated gluten-free restaurants and food options when you read my guide!   Happy 30th Birthday to Our Sponsor Kinnikinnick!   Kinnikinnick is celebrating its 30th birthday and is offering Travel Gluten Free listeners a 10% discount when you use the code TravelGlutenFree at checkout! Order $55 or more and receive your discount when you checkout in your cart! Then, fill your cart with one of Kinnikinnick's new goodies, such as their chocolate chip cookies, their soft and fluffy hot dog buns, and their flatbread crusts.    Connect with Rita Ventures Connect with Rita on her website Rita Ventures Follow Rita on Instagram   Journey with Travel Gluten Free Get the BEST all-natural gluten-free travel cosmetics at Lemongrass Spa!  Find cool gluten-free swag at my gluten-free swag shop Grab Travel Deals on my website and Support Travel Gluten Free on Patreon   Follow Travel Gluten Free on Social Media  Twitter, Facebook, Youtube, Pinterest, Instagram   Spread the love of Travel Gluten Free podcast and share this episode with a friend   ***Disclaimer: Content on the Travel Gluten Free Website and Podcast, including text, images, audio, or other formats were created for informational purposes only. Material contained on Travel Gluten Free are not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your qualified healthcare provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Travel Gluten Free website, podcast, and guests present content solely for educational and entertainment purposes, and use of this information is at your own risk.*** 

AIP Specialty Celiac Cruise with Rita Perez of Rita Ventures

Travel Gluten Free Podcast Episode 151 Adventure Travel with a Touch of Luxury with Robin Cline of Cline & Co.   Welcome to the Travel Gluten Free Podcast, where you can listen in on how to lead a gluten-free lifestyle with more fun and ease! I’ll share with you how to eat safely on a cruise ship, and how to ensure you’ll get safe, gluten-free food every day of your cruise. To find out more about gluten-free cruising, pick up The Guide to Traveling Gluten Free!   Adventure Travel with a Touch of Luxury   Robin’s travel niche is providing her clients with adventure travel that has a luxury backdrop. One of her favorite escapades is on a horseback safari in glamping style. “You still get this great sense of adventure and you’re always going to a different place,” says Robin. Riding horses daily with the addition of hot meals and showers is a great way to spend your vacation time when on safari.   Glamping VS. Camping   With glamping, Robin explains, everything is done for you - the tent set-up, cooked meals, and all the amenities you need are set up and ready for you to come back to your campsite for a relaxing evening. “It’s almost like having a traveling hotel come with you on vacation.” You have a canvas tent and a sleeping bag with camping, similar to what you would expect with regular camping.    Dining While Camping or Glamping   Robin can set up your gluten-free meals ahead of time, as well as vegetarian meals too! Dietary requests can be made and created on any of Robin’s vacation excursions, except for a strict vegan diet.   The Guide to Traveling Gluten Free   Are you anxious about traveling with Celiacs Disease? Does the thought of getting sick on vacation worry you to no end? The Guide to Traveling Gluten Free will walk you through planning and enjoying your next gluten-free travel adventure! Learn how to take a trip safely, what questions to ask when you are at a restaurant and which online tools and apps to utilize to find safe, dedicated gluten-free restaurants and food options when you read my guide!   Connect with Robin Cline Connect with Robin on her website Cline & Co. Follow Robin on Instagram   Journey with Travel Gluten Free Get the BEST all-natural gluten-free travel cosmetics at Lemongrass Spa!  Find cool gluten-free swag at my gluten-free swag shop Grab Travel Deals on my website and Support Travel Gluten Free on Patreon   Follow Travel Gluten Free on Social Media  Twitter, Facebook, Youtube, Pinterest, Instagram   Spread the love of Travel Gluten Free podcast and share this episode with a friend   ***Disclaimer: Content on the Travel Gluten Free Website and Podcast, including text, images, audio, or other formats were created for informational purposes only. Material contained on Travel Gluten Free are not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your qualified healthcare provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Travel Gluten Free website, podcast, and guests present content solely for educational and entertainment purposes, and use of this information is at your own risk.*** 

Adventure Travel with a Touch of Luxury with Robin Cline of Cline & Co.

Travel Gluten Free Podcast Episode 150 How to Cruise Gluten-Free   Welcome to the Travel Gluten Free Podcast, where you can listen in on how to lead a gluten-free lifestyle with more fun and ease! I’ll share with you how to eat safely on a cruise ship, and how to ensure you’ll get safe, gluten-free food every day of your cruise. To find out more about gluten-free cruising, pick up The Guide to Traveling Gluten Free!   Booking Your Gluten-Free Cruise   Whether you’re booking online through the cruise line or your favorite website or travel agent, you’ll want to make sure to call the cruise line with your itinerary cruise number and tell them you are gluten-free. In addition, you’ll want to let them know of any other food allergies or sensitivities you have so they can list all of them on your account. This way, the Matre’ D can pull up your list and make sure you receive safe food during your cruise vacation.   Choosing Your Dining Room on Your Gluten-Free Cruise   Choose one dining room you would like to eat at for the rest of the week and eat there consistently as the staff, and your maitre D will be more familiar with your diet when you frequent their restaurant. To ensure you receive safe food, try to find the Matre’ D for your restaurant, and before the cruise starts, make sure to thoroughly explain your food sensitivity, allergy or Celiac and the importance of receiving safe food because of medical reasons and that your diet isn’t a preference. Be clear with him or her that you will be dining in that room all week for dinner, and you’re excited to see what dishes you can eat during your time on your cruise vacation.   Dining on Your Gluten-Free Cruise   Let your waiter know you have a pre-order because of a food allergy, as many people don't understand Celiac or auto-immune disease. Feel free to tell the Matre' D you put in your pre-order the night before and that you have a food allergy, and your food should come out with the rest of the food at your table.   Eating Gluten-Free on the Cruise Ship Buffet   Quite honestly, this is the only buffet that I feel safe eating because the chefs on cruise lines really know their food! Look around to see what choices you can see are gluten-free, such as fruit, salad without dressing, and steamed veggies. Go to the counter and ask for the head chef. He or she will give you a tour of the buffet and let you know what foods are safe for you to eat and which ones you’ll want to avoid.   The Guide to Traveling Gluten Free   Are you anxious about traveling with Celiacs Disease? Does the thought of getting sick on vacation worry you to no end? The Guide to Traveling Gluten Free will walk you through the process of planning and enjoying your next gluten-free travel adventure! Learn how to take a trip safely, what questions to ask when you are at a restaurant and which online tools and apps to utilize to find safe, dedicated gluten-free restaurants and food options when you read my guide!   Journey with Travel Gluten Free Get the BEST all-natural gluten-free travel cosmetics at Lemongrass Spa!  Find cool gluten-free swag at my gluten-free swag shop Grab Travel Deals on my website and Support Travel Gluten Free on Patreon   Follow Travel Gluten Free on Social Media  Twitter, Facebook, Youtube, Pinterest, Instagram   Spread the love of Travel Gluten Free podcast and share this episode with a friend   ***Disclaimer: Content on the Travel Gluten Free Website and Podcast, including text, images, audio, or other formats were created for informational purposes only. Material contained on Travel Gluten Free are not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your qualified healthcare provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Travel Gluten Free website, podcast, and guests present content solely for educational and entertainment purposes, and use of this information is at your own risk.*** 

How to Cruise Gluten-Free

Travel Gluten Free Podcast Episode 149 The Big Four of Rome   Welcome to the Travel Gluten Free Podcast, where you can listen in on how to lead a gluten-free lifestyle with more fun and ease! Travel Gluten Free gives you valuable information from finding a safe restaurant to knowing what food is safe to eat when you travel; I'll be with you every step of the way on your gluten-free journey. Lead your gluten-free life, don't let being gluten-free lead your life. Enjoy Food, Enjoy Travel, and Enjoy Life with your show host, Elikqitie!If you are looking to experience Italy’s culture, you may want to pass on going to Rome. However, if you don’t mind the tourist crowds and would like to spend a week or two checking out a few of the main attractions in Italy, then Rome is the perfect vacation spot for your next overseas adventure! “If you really like ruins, then Rome would be a fantastic place to vacation!” says Shireen. She suggests spending two days in Rome and spending an additional day visiting the Vatican.    Today I talk with my friend Shireen, another world traveler and culture hound! Shireen shares her experience in Rome, what to see and do when in Rome, and where you can find the tastiest gelato on your travels around Italy!    What to Know When Visiting Rome   If you are looking to experience Italy’s culture, you may want to pass on going to Rome. If you don’t mind the tourist crowds and would like to spend a week or two checking out a few of the main attractions in Italy, then Rome is the perfect vacation spot for your next overseas adventure! “If you really like ruins, then Rome would be a fantastic place to vacation!” says Shireen. She suggests spending two days in Rome and spending an additional day to visit the Vatican.    Favorite Way to Travel in Rome   Shireen and I are both fans of hop-on and hop-off bus tours around the globe. If you’re wanting to get a great deal on your next hop-on and hop-off adventure, check out my travel deals page on my website. We both agree that getting a deal on a bus tour is the perfect way to quickly see many of the sites. In addition, this is an excellent method to transport yourself around a city, without having to worry about parking and driving in a town you aren’t familiar with.   With the bus tour, you can see many of the major attractions quickly. If you have a limited amount of time in a city, this is the perfect way to capture various highlights in just a day or two of your visit. In addition, you can get great pictures of the statues, buildings, and cultural places in the city you are vacationing when you sit in the open-air bus seating.   You’ll definitely want to check out the local churches as many of them sell opera tickets for different performances at the local places of worship. Shireen says, “My friend that was with me doesn’t even like opera and she loved it!” You’ll hear the arias - the opera's highlights - which give you a condensed version of an entire opera without missing the best pieces.   When in Rome, Eat Gelato!   Shireen has the BEST philosophy when it comes to eating gelato: “Once you finish eating gelato, you just get more gelato! It’s a philosophy that’s very easy to live by, and very easy to follow.” I am on board with that philosophy for sure! You can find gelato every 200 yards in Rome, so it’s a great place to test many different flavors and brands of gelato!   When to Visit Rome   Although the summertime is a good time of the year to visit if you’re looking for fewer crowds, it’s also scorching in Rome during the summertime. Of course, you can visit in the cooler months for better weather, but you will find that it’s more crowded in Rome.   Visiting the Colosseum in Rome   “There’s so much history around the Colosseum in Rome.” As a lover of history, the Colosseum was the perfect spot for her to visit. You can learn many of the details about the mystery of the Colosseum that you didn’t learn in school. “You also don’t realize how big it is until you are standing right next to it. The Colosseum is massive!.” She says, “There’s something very magical about knowing how many thousands of years old it is, and yet it’s still standing. You’re really standing in history.”    The Pantheon   Considered a religious structure, the Pantheon is a sundial that is restricted to the amount of visitors that can walk the steps in an effort to preserve this ancient Roman landmark. When you visit, you’ll need to be covered to your shoulders and down to your knees, similar to when you could visit Notre Dame in Paris.   The Infamous Trevi Fountain in Rome   This ornate fountain contains many statues of Roman gods, in various poses, with water spouting from the carved stone. Every year, people climb into the fountain, although that is not allowed in Rome. However, Italian police are standing around the fountain, so be warned that you can get caught if you decide to take a dip in the Trevi Fountain!   Visiting the Vatican   Shireen suggests planning ahead and getting a tour of the Vatican. Not only do you receive a great tour, but you also get to skip the wait! Bypass the line and get into the Vatican with a tour. Once you are in, you can walk about anywhere tourists are allowed to visit inside this ancient building.    Happy 30th Birthday to Our Sponsor Kinnikinnick!   Kinnikinnick is celebrating its 30th birthday and is offering Travel Gluten Free listeners a 10% discount when you use the code TravelGlutenFree at checkout! Order $55 or more and receive your discount when you checkout in your cart!    Fill your cart with one of Kinnikinnick's new goodies, such as their new vegan and gluten-free chocolate chip cookies, their soft and fluffy hot dog buns, and their flatbread crusts. And remember to join their Summer S'mores competition where you can win BIG with Kinnikinnick by showing your summer s'more recipe made with their delicious gluten-free graham crackers!   The Guide to Traveling Gluten Free   Are you anxious about traveling with Celiacs Disease? Does the thought of getting sick on vacation worry you to no end? Unsure of what travel options are safe and how to choose a safe restaurant away from home for you and your children?   The Guide to Traveling Gluten Free will walk you through the process of planning and enjoying your next gluten-free travel adventure! Take the guesswork out of how to travel, where to go, and how to eat safely when you follow the information in my guide. Whether you are celiacs or gluten intolerant, my guide will give you handy information to delight in your next vacation experience!   Learn how to take a trip safely, what questions to ask when you are at a restaurant and which online tools and apps to utilize to find safe, dedicated gluten-free restaurants and food options. Find out what stores to shop at to purchase gluten-free food, determine if a restaurant is gluten-free or celiac friendly, and when you should walk out of a restaurant.    Journey with Travel Gluten Free Grab the Guide to Traveling Gluten Free Get the BEST all-natural gluten-free travel cosmetics at Lemongrass Spa! Find cool gluten-free swag in my new shop here Visit my Travel Deals page on my website Support Travel Gluten Free on Patreon   Follow Travel Gluten Free on Social Media Twitter      Facebook    Youtube      Pinterest    Instagram    On the Web   Spread the love of Travel Gluten Free podcast and share this episode with a friend   ***Disclaimer: All content found on the Travel Gluten Free Website, including text, images, audio, or other formats were created for informational purposes only. Material contained on Travel Gluten Free website, podcast, and social media postings are not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your qualified healthcare provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Never disregard or delay seeking professional medical advice, Travel Gluten Free website, podcast, and guests present content solely for educational and entertainment purposes, and use of this information is at your own risk.*** 

The Big Four of Rome

Travel Gluten Free Podcast Episode 148 Celebrating 30 Years of Gluten-Free Goodness with Jerry Bigam of Kinnickinnick Gluten Free Foods   Welcome to the Travel Gluten Free Podcast, where you can listen in on how to lead a gluten-free lifestyle with more fun and ease! Travel Gluten Free gives you valuable information from finding a safe restaurant to knowing what food is safe to eat when you travel; I'll be with you every step of the way on your gluten-free journey. Lead your gluten-free life, don't let being gluten-free lead your life. Enjoy Food, Enjoy Travel, and Enjoy Life with your show host, Elikqitie!   Jerry Bigam joins me today to chat about the history and development of his delicious and tasty line of gluten-free foods and gluten-free snacks. Jerry and Kinnikinnick have spearheaded many firsts in the world of gluten-free food, including the first food company to sell food from a company website and is currently the only family-owned gluten-free food company. Listen in to discover how Jerry grew the business to what it is today, how Kinnikinnick is celebrating their 30th anniversary, and the new gluten-free items they are producing for their anniversary celebration!   Meet Jerry Bigam   Jerry is a native Canadian whose wife was diagnosed with Celiac disease in the early 90s. With a lack of good gluten-free food, Jerry and his wife found Kinnikinnick and decided to purchase half the company. He took Kinnikinnick from a 3,000 square foot facility selling in Canada to a multinational gluten-free brand. You can find out more about the history of Kinnikinnick on their heritage page.   Why Kinnikinnick?   Kinnikinnick is the name for Bearberry, the favorite fruit of Canadian bears. Naturally high in Vitamin C, these bright red alpine berries are a vital food source that lasts the local bears through the winter.  Native Americans prize them as well, using them in pemmican which is a nutritious mix of meat protein and fat that lasts for years, similar to beef jerky.. In Algonquin, Kinnikinnick also means ‘mixture’, referring to its use with tobacco and believed to carry the smoker’s prayers to the Great Spirit. Tea from the leaves is also used to treat urinary tract diseases and can help with obesity.   History of Kinnikinnick   In 1991, Ted Wolff and Gudrun Von Selzam moved to Canada from Germany. After stints working in health food stores, they came up with the idea of producing allergy-conscious foods for Edmonton's Farmer's Market. With Ted in charge of recipe development and Gudrun running the marketing department, Kinnikinnick was born!     In 1992, Ted and Gudrun had enough of a following to open their first store, a tiny 250 sq ft space on Whyte Avenue. The following year, they expanded and moved to a 1,500 sq ft store selling made-from-scratch gluten-free creations as well as cookies and pasta. The little business with a big heart begins to boom, and so does their family with the arrival of daughter Robin.   Ted and Gudrun doubled the size of their business by taking over the space next door and opening their doors as the first gluten-free restaurant café in Canada! Within a year, their constantly evolving line of buns and baked goodies are selling in health food stores in Canada.    Lynne Bigam, their #1 customer, diagnosed with Celiac disease, is impressed with Ted and Gudrun's goodies. She and her husband Jerry decided to buy into the company and expand their focus on building new markets.    The Premier Brand for Gluten-Free Snacks, Gluten-Free Desserts, and Gluten-Free Goodies!   Kinnikinnick has been creating, developing, and distributing dozens of gluten-free foods to Celiac and others who cannot eat gluten-free. Their distribution is now worldwide, and gluten-free peeps can order their products to have them shipped anywhere in the world!   Happy 30th Birthday Kinnikinnick!   Kinnikinnick is celebrating its 30th birthday, and Jerry would like to offer Travel Gluten Free listeners a 10% discount when you use the code TravelGlutenFree at checkout! Order $55 or more and receive your discount when you checkout in your cart!    Fill your cart with one of Kinnikinnick's new goodies, such as their new vegan and gluten-free chocolate chip cookies, their soft and fluffy hot dog buns, and their flatbread crusts. And remember to join their Summer S'mores competition where you can win BIG with Kinnikinnick by showing your summer s'more recipe made with their delicious gluten-free graham crackers! The Guide to Traveling Gluten Free   Are you anxious about traveling with Celiacs Disease? Does the thought of getting sick on vacation worry you to no end? Unsure of what travel options are safe and how to choose a safe restaurant away from home for you and your children?   The Guide to Traveling Gluten Free will walk you through the process of planning and enjoying your next gluten-free travel adventure! Take the guesswork out of how to travel, where to go, and how to eat safely when you follow the information in my guide. Whether you are celiacs or gluten intolerant, my guide will give you handy information to delight in your next vacation experience!   Learn how to take a trip safely, what questions to ask when you are at a restaurant and which online tools and apps to utilize to find safe, dedicated gluten-free restaurants and food options. Find out what stores to shop at to purchase gluten-free food, determine if a restaurant is gluten-free or celiac friendly, and when you should walk out of a restaurant.    Connect with Kinnikinnick Tweet with Kinnikinnick on Twitter Like Kinnikinnick on Facebook Visit Kinnikinnick on the web Follow Kinnikinnick on Instagram   Journey with Travel Gluten Free Grab the Guide to Traveling Gluten Free Get the BEST all-natural gluten-free travel cosmetics at Lemongrass Spa! Find cool gluten-free swag in my new shop here Visit my Travel Deals page on my website Support Travel Gluten Free on Patreon   Follow Travel Gluten Free on Social Media Twitter      Facebook    Youtube      Pinterest    Instagram    On the Web   Spread the love of Travel Gluten Free podcast and share this episode with a friend   ***Disclaimer: All content found on the Travel Gluten Free Website, including text, images, audio, or other formats were created for informational purposes only. Material contained on Travel Gluten Free website, podcast, and social media postings are not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your qualified healthcare provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Never disregard or delay seeking professional medical advice, Travel Gluten Free website, podcast, and guests present content solely for educational and entertainment purposes, and use of this information is at your own risk.*** 

Celebrating 30 Years of Gluten-Free Goodness with Jerry Bigam of Kinnickinnick Gluten Free Foods

Travel Gluten Free Podcast Episode 147 Dedicated Gluten-Free Bed & Breakfast The Inn Berlin in Baltimore, Maryland   Welcome to the Travel Gluten Free Podcast, where you can listen in on how to lead a gluten-free lifestyle with more fun and ease! Travel Gluten Free gives you valuable information from finding a safe restaurant to knowing what food is safe to eat when you travel; I'll be with you every step of the way on your gluten-free journey. Lead your gluten-free life, don't let being gluten-free lead your life. Enjoy Food, Enjoy Travel, and Enjoy Life with your show host, Elikqitie!   Maya is a gluten-free entrepreneur and foodie who offers a safe place to eat and take your vacation at her gluten-free bed and breakfast - The Inn Berlin! With a dedicated gluten-free bed & breakfast, she also hosts an event venue, with all food and events gluten-free offerings and safe for Celiac guests!   Meet Maya Tomosello   Maya met her husband online and went on vacation to Jamaica for their first date. “I knew he was the one when he opened his suitcase and it was filled with gluten free food, snacks, and bath products.” A Saint Louis native living in Maryland, Maya was married in Fall 2021 during the pandemic. Having worked in the food industry since she was 14 years old, she has a knack for getting things done in the service industry. Diagnosed with Celiac disease at the age of 18, she has lived abroad four times since her diagnosis and navigated the gluten-free lifestyle in three different countries outside the US.    Why You’ll Want to Visit The Inn Berlin   Set on 1.5 acres of beautiful nature and mature gardens, The Inn Berlin Bed & Breakfast is a grand Victorian estate that dates back over two centuries. Through a series of thoughtful renovations, The Inn features luxurious modern touches that complement the home’s original history and elegance. Learn more about The Inn’s rich past and historical significance in Berlin, Maryland.   Perched on the highest knoll of historic downtown Berlin, The Inn offers unparalleled comfort and bespoke amenities. The Inn Berlin is the perfect place for a romantic weekend getaway, intimate celebration or wedding, or Eastern Shore vacation. There are five spacious & well-appointed guest rooms featuring private baths & organic linens, complimentary gourmet breakfast, and all of the modern amenities and services needed to create an unforgettable experience. Things to Do in Berlin, Maryland   Berlin, Maryland is also known as “America’s Coolest Small Town,” and with good reason! Only 10 miles from the beach and steeped in rich history, Berlin is a great spot to take a leisurely stroll and explore local art, food, and culture. One of Maryland’s most charming and historic small towns, Berlin boasts locally-owned and operated art galleries, antique shops, restaurants, and fashion boutiques. Another remarkable feature of Berlin’s Main Street is the Farmer’s Market, held every Sunday during the summer season.    Berlin also hosts multiple outdoor festivals throughout the year, including the Berlin Peach Festival, Berlin Oktoberfest, Small Town Throw Down, and so many more. So you will find that no matter what season you choose for your visit, Downtown Berlin is teeming with fun events and activities.    The Guide to Traveling Gluten Free   Are you anxious about traveling with Celiacs Disease? Does the thought of getting sick on vacation worry you to no end? Unsure of what travel options are safe and how to choose a safe restaurant away from home for you and your children?   The Guide to Traveling Gluten Free will walk you through the process of planning and enjoying your next gluten-free travel adventure! Take the guesswork out of how to travel, where to go, and how to eat safely when you follow the information in my guide. Whether you are celiacs or gluten intolerant, my guide will give you handy information to delight in your next vacation experience!   Learn how to take a trip safely, what questions to ask when you are at a restaurant and which online tools and apps to utilize to find safe, dedicated gluten-free restaurants and food options. Find out what stores to shop at to purchase gluten-free food, determine if a restaurant is gluten-free or celiac friendly, and when you should walk out of a restaurant.    Connect with Maya Tomosello Visit The Inn Berlin on the web Like The Inn Berlin on Facebook Follow The Inn Berlin on Instagram   Journey with Travel Gluten Free Grab the Guide to Traveling Gluten Free Get the BEST all-natural gluten-free travel cosmetics at Lemongrass Spa! Find cool gluten-free swag in my new shop here Visit my Travel Deals page on my website Support Travel Gluten Free on Patreon   Travel Gluten Free on Social Media Twitter      Facebook    Youtube      Pinterest    Instagram    On the Web   Spread the love of Travel Gluten Free podcast and share this episode with a friend   ***Disclaimer: All content found on the Travel Gluten Free Website, including text, images, audio, or other formats were created for informational purposes only. Material contained on Travel Gluten Free website, podcast, and social media postings are not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your qualified healthcare provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Never disregard or delay seeking professional medical advice, Travel Gluten Free website, podcast, and guests present content solely for educational and entertainment purposes, and use of this information is at your own risk.***

Dedicated Gluten-Free Bed & Breakfast The Inn Berlin in Baltimore, Maryland

Travel Gluten Free Podcast Episode 146 Pilgrimage on the Camino de Santiago Trail with Jonathan Bengel Part II   Welcome to the Travel Gluten Free Podcast, where you can listen in on how to lead a gluten-free lifestyle with more fun and ease! Travel Gluten Free gives you valuable information from finding a safe restaurant to knowing what food is safe to eat when you travel; I'll be with you every step of the way on your gluten-free journey. Lead your gluten-free life, don't let being gluten-free lead your life. Enjoy Food, Enjoy Travel, and Enjoy Life with your show host, Elikqitie!   Jonathan Bengel from Naked Tax Talk joins me today for Part II of his story to tell of his epic adventure on his 500-mile journey while walking the Camino de Santiago trail. Jonathan gives details of his hardships, the other pilgrims he and his husband met along the way, and his mistakes while hiking the trail. He also shares his spiritual and philosophical perspective and lessons learned from this adventure through Europe.   Meet Jonathan Bengel   The world of tax is Jonathan’s life! Growing up in extreme poverty, Jonathan understands how money CAN bring YOU happiness, and he is eager and passionate about shining this light to financial delight for others. With a Bachelor’s in Business Accounting and a Master’s in Secondary Education, Jonathan has mastered profits and taxes over the past 16 years as an IRS Enrolled Agent. He has taken his firm from just 30,000 in revenue to multi-six figures, working with elite consultants, digital marketers, and many self-employed business owners.   What is the Camino de Santiago Trail?   The Camino de Santiago is also known as the Way of Saint James. This is an epic Catholic pilgrimage to the Spanish city of Santiago de Compostela starting in France. The Camino is actually a network of trails with its most popular route, the Camino Francés, sprawling from the city of Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port at the foot of the French Pyrenees to Santiago de Compostela in northwestern Spain.    This well-worn trail has been walked since the early ninth century and has hosted notable people such as royalty, Roman armies, and Catholic pilgrims. Recently, it has attracted a more diverse crowd. In 2017 alone, over 300,000 hikers, known as “peregrinos,” or pilgrims, completed the trek to Santiago.   Beth Jusino is the author of the book Walking to the End of the World: A Thousand Miles on the Camino de Santiago. “Walking the Camino is a chance to intentionally slow down and move at a human pace, to join a history that’s so much bigger than any of us individually.”   Why Jonathon Chose to Walk Over 500 Miles on the Camino de Santiago Trail   The Camino de Santiago is a unique window into the Iberian Peninsula’s historical, natural and cultural beauty. If you look at pictures online, it’s easy to see why he chose this adventure. Actually, he tells his story of why he went and about his husband choosing this journey for them to complete.    With only walking one mile for training, Jonathan and his husband took off for three months and walked the entire trail from start to finish. Listen to his comedic adventure story, how he overcame many of the physical challenges, and how he experienced life, death, and birth on the Camino de Santiago.   Backpacking Tips and Logistics   When planning to walk your pilgrimage on the Camino de Santiago, there’s a lot to keep in mind. Logistics, places of interest, and finding the best route for your budget, time frame, and fitness level is all key to having a fun and memorable experience on the trail.   Jonathan gives gear tips on what you should buy, what to carry with you, and talks about his mistakes on the trail and what he did to correct them. He also tells his side of the story about naming the group he and his husband walked with and why they want to go back for an anniversary trip!   The Guide to Traveling Gluten Free   Are you anxious about traveling with Celiacs Disease? Does the thought of getting sick on vacation worry you to no end? Unsure of what travel options are safe and how to choose a safe restaurant away from home for you and your children?   The Guide to Traveling Gluten Free will walk you through the process of planning and enjoying your next gluten-free travel adventure! Take the guesswork out of how to travel, where to go, and how to eat safely when you follow the information in my guide. Whether you are celiacs or gluten intolerant, my guide will give you handy information to delight in your next vacation experience!   Learn how to take a trip safely, what questions to ask when you are at a restaurant and which online tools and apps to utilize to find safe, dedicated gluten-free restaurants and food options. Find out what stores to shop at to purchase gluten-free food, determine if a restaurant is gluten-free or celiac friendly, and when you should walk out of a restaurant.    Connect with Jonathan Bengal Tweet with Jonathan on Twitter Like Naked Tax Talk on Facebook Visit Jonathan Bengel on the web Subscribe to Naked Tax Talk on YouTube   Journey with Travel Gluten Free Grab the Guide to Traveling Gluten Free Get the BEST all-natural gluten-free travel cosmetics at Lemongrass Spa! Find cool gluten-free swag in my new shop here Visit my Travel Deals page on my website Support Travel Gluten Free on Patreon   Travel Gluten Free on Social Media Twitter      Facebook    Youtube      Pinterest    Instagram    On the Web   Spread the love of Travel Gluten Free podcast and share this episode with a friend   ***Disclaimer: All content found on the Travel Gluten Free Website, including text, images, audio, or other formats were created for informational purposes only. Material contained on Travel Gluten Free website, podcast, and social media postings are not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your qualified healthcare provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Never disregard or delay seeking professional medical advice, Travel Gluten Free website, podcast, and guests present content solely for educational and entertainment purposes, and use of this information is at your own risk.***

Pilgrimage on the Camino de Santiago Trail with Jonathan Bengel Part II

Travel Gluten Free Podcast Episode 145 Pilgrimage on the Camino de Santiago Trail with Jonathan Bengel Part I   Welcome to the Travel Gluten Free Podcast, where you can listen in on how to lead a gluten-free lifestyle with more fun and ease! Travel Gluten Free gives you valuable information from finding a safe restaurant to knowing what food is safe to eat when you travel; I'll be with you every step of the way on your gluten-free journey. Lead your gluten-free life, don't let being gluten-free lead your life. Enjoy Food, Enjoy Travel, and Enjoy Life with your show host, Elikqitie!   Jonathan Bengel from Naked Tax Talk joins me today for Part I of his story to tell of his epic adventure on his 500-mile journey while walking the Camino de Santiago trail. Jonathan gives details of his hardships, the other pilgrims he and his husband met along the way, and his mistakes while hiking the trail. He also shares his spiritual and philosophical perspective and lessons learned from this adventure through Europe.   Meet Jonathan Bengel   The world of tax is Jonathan’s life! Growing up in extreme poverty, Jonathan understands how money CAN bring YOU happiness, and he is eager and passionate about shining this light to financial delight for others. With a Bachelor’s in Business Accounting and a Master’s in Secondary Education, Jonathan has mastered profits and taxes over the past 16 years as an IRS Enrolled Agent. He has taken his firm from just 30,000 in revenue to multi-six figures, working with elite consultants, digital marketers, and many self-employed business owners.   What is the Camino de Santiago Trail?   The Camino de Santiago is also known as the Way of Saint James. This is an epic Catholic pilgrimage to the Spanish city of Santiago de Compostela starting in France. The Camino is actually a network of trails with its most popular route, the Camino Francés, sprawling from the city of Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port at the foot of the French Pyrenees to Santiago de Compostela in northwestern Spain.    This well-worn trail has been walked since the early ninth century and has hosted notable people such as royalty, Roman armies, and Catholic pilgrims. Recently, it has attracted a more diverse crowd. In 2017 alone, over 300,000 hikers, known as “peregrinos,” or pilgrims, completed the trek to Santiago.   Beth Jusino is the author of the book Walking to the End of the World: A Thousand Miles on the Camino de Santiago. “Walking the Camino is a chance to intentionally slow down and move at a human pace, to join a history that’s so much bigger than any of us individually.”   Why Jonathon Chose to Walk Over 500 Miles on the Camino de Santiago Trail   The Camino de Santiago is a unique window into the Iberian Peninsula’s historical, natural and cultural beauty. If you look at pictures online, it’s easy to see why he chose this adventure. Actually, he tells his story of why he went and about his husband choosing this journey for them to complete.    With only walking one mile for training, Jonathan and his husband took off for three months and walked the entire trail from start to finish. Listen to his comedic adventure story, how he overcame many of the physical challenges, and how he experienced life, death, and birth on the Camino de Santiago.   Backpacking Tips and Logistics   When planning to walk your pilgrimage on the Camino de Santiago, there’s a lot to keep in mind. Logistics, places of interest, and finding the best route for your budget, time frame, and fitness level is all key to having a fun and memorable experience on the trail.   Jonathan gives gear tips on what you should buy, what to carry with you, and talks about his mistakes on the trail and what he did to correct them. He also tells his side of the story about naming the group he and his husband walked with and why they want to go back for an anniversary trip!   The Guide to Traveling Gluten Free   Are you anxious about traveling with Celiacs Disease? Does the thought of getting sick on vacation worry you to no end? Unsure of what travel options are safe and how to choose a safe restaurant away from home for you and your children?   The Guide to Traveling Gluten Free will walk you through the process of planning and enjoying your next gluten-free travel adventure! Take the guesswork out of how to travel, where to go, and how to eat safely when you follow the information in my guide. Whether you are celiacs or gluten intolerant, my guide will give you handy information to delight in your next vacation experience!   Learn how to take a trip safely, what questions to ask when you are at a restaurant and which online tools and apps to utilize to find safe, dedicated gluten-free restaurants and food options. Find out what stores to shop at to purchase gluten-free food, determine if a restaurant is gluten-free or celiac friendly, and when you should walk out of a restaurant.    Connect with Jonathan Bengal Tweet with Jonathan on Twitter Like Naked Tax Talk on Facebook Visit Jonathan Bengel on the web Subscribe to Naked Tax Talk on YouTube   Journey with Travel Gluten Free Grab the Guide to Traveling Gluten Free Get the BEST all-natural gluten-free travel cosmetics at Lemongrass Spa! Find cool gluten-free swag in my new shop here Visit my Travel Deals page on my website Support Travel Gluten Free on Patreon   Travel Gluten Free on Social Media Twitter      Facebook    Youtube      Pinterest    Instagram    On the Web   Spread the love of Travel Gluten Free podcast and share this episode with a friend   ***Disclaimer: All content found on the Travel Gluten Free Website, including text, images, audio, or other formats were created for informational purposes only. Material contained on Travel Gluten Free website, podcast, and social media postings are not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your qualified healthcare provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Never disregard or delay seeking professional medical advice, Travel Gluten Free website, podcast, and guests present content solely for educational and entertainment purposes, and use of this information is at your own risk.***

Pilgrimage on the Camino de Santiago Trail with Jonathan Bengel Part I

Travel Gluten Free is a guide for those of us who lead a gluten-free lifestyle. Join Travel Gluten Free's host Elikqitie as she gives insights to how to enjoy your gluten-free lifestyle at home, at work and during travel. Learn the ins and outs of how to successfully be gluten-free with less hassle and more fun and enjoyment! Elikqitie explores the gluten-free side from chefs, restaurant owners and people who lead a gluten-free lifestyle.

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