You’ve booked the flights, set your out-of-office, and mentally checked out already. But let’s be honest, holidays can be a health minefield. Buffets, dodgy snacks, and “just one more cocktail” can quickly undo all your hard work.
But, staying healthy on holiday doesn’t have to mean sacrificing the fun. You just need a bit of planning, a few essentials, and a dash of rebellion against the usual nonsense.
1. Pack Like a Pro
Travel days are where things often go sideways. Airport food? Ultra-processed and overpriced. Plane food? Technically edible?
Here’s how to take control:
Smart snacks: Think beef jerky, boiled eggs, pre-cut fruit & veg, dark chocolate (85%+), nuts and seeds. Proper food that won’t break the bank or your gut.
Collagen Peptides Sachets: Easy to stir into your morning coffee or smoothie for a protein boost. Supports joints, skin and gut health while you’re off exploring.
Restore Electrolytes: Air travel, sunshine, hot weather can leave you depleted. Replenish with a sachet of electrolytes daily for energy, hydration and fewer headaches.
Extra Virgin Organic Coconut Oil: The MVP of your travel kit. Use it for oil pulling, moisturising, soothing sun-exposed skin, or even mild sun protection*.
Thrive Coffee: Because instant sachets in a hotel room are not it. Bring your own clean, mycotoxin-free coffee and start the day strong.
Mini Hand Whisk: Perfect for frothing up your Thrive Coffee, mixing in collagen, or getting that barista-level finish without a blender.
*Coconut oil offers mild sun protection but isn’t a substitute for proper shade, clothing, or physical SPF.
2. Bring Your Own Sauces (Seriously)
Don’t let sugar and seed oil-laden sauces hijack your meals. A travel-sized jar of Avocado Oil Mayonnaise or our Unsweetened Classic Tomato Ketchup enhances any dish, from BBQs to salads, with real, nourishing ingredients and zero nasties.
3. Move Like You Mean It (No Gym Required)
Skip the treadmill. Holidays are the perfect time to move like our ancestors did; walk, swim, stretch, climb, chase the kids on the beach or explore barefoot. Movement doesn’t have to be a chore when it’s baked into the day.
4. Fuel with purpose, not pressure
Forget tracking every bite or obsessing over macros. Instead, follow your body's cues. Focus on real, whole foods. Try local fish, meats, fresh veggies and fruits, eggs, avocados, and olives. Simple, seasonal, satisfying.
And remember: not every meal has to be “perfect”. What matters is the bigger picture; don’t beat yourself up over one indulgent dinner.
5. Sleep, Sun & Stillness
You’re finally free from the 6 am grind, make the most of it. Prioritise getting a solid 8 hours and waking up with the sun. Go for a leisurely walk and soak up the natural light first thing in the morning. Even a few minutes of quiet time, feet in the sand or reading by the pool, can work wonders for your stress levels and immune health.
Staying healthy on holidays isn’t about being perfect; it’s about making better choices whenever you can. So pack your snacks, bring the good mayo, get moving, and enjoy the break. You don’t need to ditch your health habits to have a good time.
You just need the right tools and the right mindset.
