{"id":28775,"date":"2025-01-22T06:01:10","date_gmt":"2025-01-22T14:01:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.happycow.net\/blog\/?p=28775"},"modified":"2025-03-05T21:29:48","modified_gmt":"2025-03-06T05:29:48","slug":"common-mistakes-vegan-travelers-make-when-planning-a-trip","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.happycow.net\/blog\/common-mistakes-vegan-travelers-make-when-planning-a-trip\/","title":{"rendered":"Common Mistakes Vegan Travelers Make When Planning a Trip"},"content":{"rendered":"<div style=\"margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px;\" class=\"sharethis-inline-share-buttons\" ><\/div>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"512\" src=\"https:\/\/www.happycow.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Common-Mistakes-Vegan-Travelers-Make-When-Planning-a-Trip-1024x512.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-28778\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.happycow.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Common-Mistakes-Vegan-Travelers-Make-When-Planning-a-Trip-1024x512.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.happycow.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Common-Mistakes-Vegan-Travelers-Make-When-Planning-a-Trip-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.happycow.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Common-Mistakes-Vegan-Travelers-Make-When-Planning-a-Trip-768x384.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.happycow.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Common-Mistakes-Vegan-Travelers-Make-When-Planning-a-Trip-1536x768.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.happycow.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Common-Mistakes-Vegan-Travelers-Make-When-Planning-a-Trip-2048x1024.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/www.happycow.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Common-Mistakes-Vegan-Travelers-Make-When-Planning-a-Trip-1080x540.jpg 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Vegan-friendliness has come a long way over the last decade. I still remember when it was practically a requirement to dedicate half of your suitcase to food. Conversations with airport security always went something like, \u201cOh, you must be vegan or gluten-free or something,\u201d as they rifled through 10 bags of ready-made meals.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Today, much has changed. I generally grab just a few things before heading to the airport, just in case my VGML decides not to show up. I wish I could go back and tell the old me, &#8220;Hang on, this will get much easier!&#8221;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>While vegan scenes <a href=\"https:\/\/www.happycow.net\/vegtopics\/travel\/top-vegan-friendly-cities\" >around the world<\/a> have drastically improved (Paris, I\u2019m looking at you!), as a vegan travel advisor, there are still roadblocks that I consistently see people run up against.&nbsp; While traveling as a vegan takes a bit of extra work, there are ways you can ensure smoother travel and maybe even an adventure of a lifetime! So, let\u2019s jump into the travel mistakes you need to be aware of before your next jet-setting vegan getaway.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_75 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-white ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a target=\"_blank\" href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #000000;color:#000000\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"  class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #000000;color:#000000\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a href=\"https:\/\/www.happycow.net\/blog\/common-mistakes-vegan-travelers-make-when-planning-a-trip\/#Mistakes_Not_to_Make_on_Your_Next_Vegan_Vacation\" class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\"  >Mistakes Not to Make on Your Next Vegan Vacation<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a href=\"https:\/\/www.happycow.net\/blog\/common-mistakes-vegan-travelers-make-when-planning-a-trip\/#1_Getting_Caught_up_in_FOMO\" class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\"  >1. Getting Caught up in FOMO<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a href=\"https:\/\/www.happycow.net\/blog\/common-mistakes-vegan-travelers-make-when-planning-a-trip\/#2_Being_Forced_to_Compromise_Due_to_Group_Pressure\" class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\"  >2. Being Forced to Compromise Due to Group Pressure&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a href=\"https:\/\/www.happycow.net\/blog\/common-mistakes-vegan-travelers-make-when-planning-a-trip\/#3_Skipping_Pre-Trip_Research\" class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\"  >3. Skipping Pre-Trip Research&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a href=\"https:\/\/www.happycow.net\/blog\/common-mistakes-vegan-travelers-make-when-planning-a-trip\/#4_Not_Using_HappyCow\" class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\"  >4. Not Using HappyCow&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a href=\"https:\/\/www.happycow.net\/blog\/common-mistakes-vegan-travelers-make-when-planning-a-trip\/#5_Forgetting_that_Vegan_Hotels_Exist\" class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\"  >5. Forgetting that Vegan Hotels Exist&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a href=\"https:\/\/www.happycow.net\/blog\/common-mistakes-vegan-travelers-make-when-planning-a-trip\/#6_Assuming_Vegan_Means_the_Same_Thing_Everywhere\" class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\"  >6. Assuming Vegan Means the Same Thing Everywhere&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a href=\"https:\/\/www.happycow.net\/blog\/common-mistakes-vegan-travelers-make-when-planning-a-trip\/#7_Not_Learning_Some_Lingo\" class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\"  >7. Not Learning Some Lingo&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a href=\"https:\/\/www.happycow.net\/blog\/common-mistakes-vegan-travelers-make-when-planning-a-trip\/#8_Only_Booking_Hotels\" class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\"  >8. Only Booking Hotels<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Mistakes_Not_to_Make_on_Your_Next_Vegan_Vacation\"><\/span><strong>Mistakes Not to Make on Your Next Vegan Vacation<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Getting_Caught_up_in_FOMO\"><\/span><strong>1.<\/strong> <strong>Getting Caught up in FOMO<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Social media and the internet have done a great job of making us feel like if we don\u2019t make it to certain cities and destinations, then we\u2019re missing out!&nbsp; It\u2019s so important to keep in mind that while the photos might be pretty (they are probably heavily edited and staged) and it sounds like a utopia, it might not be the best place for YOU!&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When deciding where to go as a vegan traveler, you need to block out the FOMO and think about what you want to get out of this trip. Is it a culinary experience where you eat yourself silly all day long? Do you want to get lost in nature or understand an ancient civilization? All of these focuses will be a different experience; while none are wrong, it\u2019s important to know that one might not offer the food experience you want or vice versa.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Being_Forced_to_Compromise_Due_to_Group_Pressure\"><\/span><strong>2. Being Forced to Compromise Due to Group Pressure&nbsp;<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This one can be challenging for people considering traveling with friends or family. When the trip discussion starts, it\u2019s vital that you express what\u2019s important to you and decide what you\u2019re willing to compromise on and what you\u2019re not. If the conversation doesn\u2019t go well or you don\u2019t feel your needs are being heard, I encourage you to back out. I know this is so difficult, but remember you probably don\u2019t get a ton of time off and probably don\u2019t have unlimited funds, so make sure you don\u2019t waste it! I can\u2019t tell you the number of times I\u2019ve heard, \u201cWell, they told me that there would be vegan options,\u201d or \u201cI felt like I didn\u2019t have a choice.\u201d&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You absolutely have a choice, and it&#8217;s important that you don\u2019t forget it! If you end up in this situation and aren\u2019t ready to travel solo, maybe consider looking for a <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/veggiesabroad.com\/vegan-tours-retreats\/\" >vegan tour.<\/a> Not only would that better align with your trip expectations, but it could also give you the opportunity to make new veggie friends!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Skipping_Pre-Trip_Research\"><\/span><strong>3. Skipping Pre-Trip Research&nbsp;<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Traveling as a vegan takes much more effort, but it\u2019s always worth it! While it might be easy in some cities to walk down the street and find vegan croissants, that\u2019s not usually the norm \u2014 hopefully, one day soon! It\u2019s important that before you go, you do a little research (check out the &#8216;Trips&#8217; feature on the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.happycow.net\/mobile\" >HappyCow app<\/a>!) and Google things like <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/veggiesabroad.com\/vegan-restaurant-guide-to-seattle\/\" >vegan burgers in Seattle<\/a> or where to find <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/veggiesabroad.com\/vegan-london-a-royal-guide-to-the-uk-capital\/\" >vegan afternoon tea in London<\/a>. Once you find the answers, save them to your Google Maps so that you know where they are in relation to where you\u2019re staying and can map directions (either walking or transit). It\u2019s also really helpful to save them to your map so that when you\u2019re out and about, you can easily see what\u2019s near you.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Not_Using_HappyCow\"><\/span><strong>4. Not Using HappyCow&nbsp;<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Another great tool for pre-trip research is HappyCow (duh!). <a href=\"https:\/\/www.happycow.net\/mobile\" >The app<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/happycow.net\" >website<\/a> are a treasure trove of veggie info. You can find and save vegan, vegetarian, and vegan-friendly restaurants in thousands of cities worldwide, but it doesn\u2019t end there! You can also find veggie-friendly shops, bakeries, vegan hotels and resorts, and more!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Forgetting_that_Vegan_Hotels_Exist\"><\/span><strong>5. Forgetting that Vegan Hotels Exist&nbsp;<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>There was a time when a vegan-friendly hotel meant you got a banana \u2014 thankfully, times have changed a lot! The range and diversity of <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/veggiesabroad.com\/vegan-friendly-all-inclusive-resorts-around-the-world\/\" >vegan and vegan-friendly hotels and resorts<\/a> is amazing. If you want to be pampered while enjoying coconut ceviche in a beachside cabana, there\u2019s a gorgeous vegan-friendly resort for that. Or, if you want to get lost in the beauty of nature in the forest or even on a secluded island, there are vegan B&amp;Bs and hotels you won\u2019t want to miss!&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>People often think <a href=\"https:\/\/www.happycow.net\/blog\/budget-vegan-bbs-in-various-corners-of-the-world\/\" >vegan B&amp;Bs or hotels<\/a> are all out of their price range; it&#8217;s important to remember that your currency may go much farther in certain parts of the world. So, if it\u2019s out of reach in Europe, maybe consider looking in Thailand. Also, if you can be flexible with your travel dates, consider visiting in the off-season. Lastly, always follow places you\u2019d love to visit on social media or join their newsletters, as sometimes they offer special deals to subscribers!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Assuming_Vegan_Means_the_Same_Thing_Everywhere\"><\/span><strong>6. Assuming Vegan Means the Same Thing Everywhere&nbsp;<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>While vegan options continue to flourish around the globe, people\u2019s understanding of what veganism actually means might not be on the same wavelength.&nbsp; If you\u2019re not visiting a vegan or vegetarian restaurant or working with someone (like a guide or tour operator) who might be really familiar with veganism, I recommend telling them exactly what it means. For example, instead of saying, \u201cI\u2019m vegan,\u201d I would say, \u201cI don\u2019t eat meat, seafood, eggs, cheese, dairy products, honey, or any products derived from animals.\u201d This can help cut down on confusion.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Also, be prepared for people who might still have questions. I\u2019ve been in situations where guides have shared, \u201cI had a guest who said they were vegan but sometimes ate dairy when they traveled because it was hard; do you do that?\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_Not_Learning_Some_Lingo\"><\/span><strong>7. Not Learning Some Lingo&nbsp;<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>You should never go somewhere and assume everyone will speak English. It\u2019s not only poor planning, but it&#8217;s also rude. It\u2019s important to be respectful when you visit another destination and, at minimum, learn simple greetings like hello, good morning, etc. This small action might not seem like a big deal to you, but it will impact the person receiving it.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>While greetings are great, it\u2019s also important to take it one step further and learn helpful <a href=\"https:\/\/www.happycow.net\/blog\/5-top-phrases-for-vegans-traveling-in-central-america\/\" >vegan-focused phrases<\/a> like:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cI don\u2019t eat meat, seafood, eggs, dairy products, cheese, honey, or any products derived from animals.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cDo you have soy, oat, or almond milk?\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>An app that can be really helpful for managing language barriers is Google Translate. You can use it to type in a simple phrase, like, good morning, or to translate text. The app allows you to take a photo of a label or sign, and it will automatically translate it for you. It\u2019s a game changer when you\u2019re in the grocery store.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8_Only_Booking_Hotels\"><\/span><strong>8.<\/strong> <strong>Only Booking Hotels<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Hotels aren\u2019t your only accommodation option; have you ever considered house or pet sitting? This can be a fabulous option for travelers who want to save a little more or would like the ability to use a kitchen. There are a few different companies out there that will connect travelers with homeowners\/pet parents, and in exchange for caring for their furry friends, you get to stay in their homes for free. I\u2019ve used <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/veggiesabroad.com\/trustedhousesitters-review-pros-cons-from-a-pet-sitter\/\" >Trustedhousesitters<\/a> before and have had a great experience, but it\u2019s important to remember that if you decide to go this route, you need to be flexible. Your priority must be caring for the pet, which could mean returning sooner than usual or getting up earlier. It can also be a great experience to get to know a city from a more local perspective.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p>By avoiding these common mistakes, you\u2019ll not only make your vegan travels smoother but also more enjoyable. With a bit of planning, every trip can be an opportunity to explore the world while staying true to your values!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Vegan-friendliness has come a long way over the last decade. I still remember when it was practically a requirement to dedicate half of your suitcase to food. Conversations with airport security always went something like, \u201cOh, you must be vegan or gluten-free or something,\u201d as they rifled through 10 bags of ready-made meals.&nbsp; Today, much has changed. I generally grab just a few things before heading to the airport, just in case my VGML decides not to show up. I wish I could go back and tell the old me, &#8220;Hang on, this will get much easier!&#8221; While vegan scenes around the world have drastically improved (Paris, I\u2019m looking at you!), as a vegan travel advisor, there are still roadblocks that I consistently see people run up against.&nbsp; While traveling as a vegan takes a bit of extra work, there are ways you can ensure smoother travel and maybe even an adventure of a lifetime! So, let\u2019s jump into the travel mistakes you need to be aware of before your next jet-setting vegan getaway. 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