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Whether you’re hopping on a plane, doing a 12 hour road trip or setting off on the trail, having the right snacks on hand can make all the difference. Instead of relying on airport vending machines or gas station junk food, we’re going to go over the items you can pack that will nourish your body and keep your energy levels up. Healthy travel snacks are not only convenient and delicious, but they can also help you avoid the sugar crashes, bloating, and sluggishness that often come with less-than-ideal options. In this post, we’ll explore a variety of tasty, portable travel snacks that are perfect for fueling your adventures while keeping your health on track.

What snacks travel well?

The focus here is about being portable, non-perishable, and easy to eat on the go. From protein-packed nuts and dried fruit to whole-grain crackers and homemade energy bars, we’re looking at snacks that provide the perfect balance of nutrition and convenience for any journey.

Also, never forget to include water. It’s easy to get dehydrated. Bring a water bottle that’s already full in the car or an empty one that you can refill at a water fountain at the airport. Don’t forget to add in electrolytes for added benefit.

overhead shot of various snacks set for travel

What is a good travel snack?

A good travel snack would still have nutritional benefit in mind, just seeing in mind the need for speed and convenience. This would mean, we’re still looking for fiber rich whole foods , minimally processed, and with clean ingredients as much as possible. We are also looking to items with lower sugar content as energy levels can already be dysregulated from traveling sleep issues and higher stress levels. Many gas stations, or airports do now cary healthy options. But the choices can be limited, and the prices can be surprising.

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What are good travel snacks for kids?

Foods in squeeze bags like yogurts, or applesauce

Simple crackers

Fruit leather

Protein balls

Dried fruits– like crunchy dried apples or strawberries

Meat sticks or Epic pork rinds

Larabars– so many flavor varieties

Travel Pb + J squeeze pouches or premade ones

Horizon milk that doesn’t need to be refrigerated.

fairlife shake held in hand

What are travel snacks for adults?

Fairlife protein shakes

Protein bars: RXbars, Perfect Bars

Meat sticks: Epic, Archer, Tillamook

Cheese: Tillamook, Cabot

Bone broth packs

Trail mix

Pre cut veggies

Parm crisps

Granola

Coconut flakes: don’t forget, you may need extra fiber while traveling!

Electrolytes like LMNT, or Relyte. My favorite is watermelon and mango

pink salmon in a pouch taken into the woods
perfect high protein snack

What are travel snacks with protein?

Fairlife protein shakes

Boiled eggs

Shelf stable Hummus

Yogurt drinks like Chobani Complete, or Too Good

Nut butter packs

Protein bars: RXbars, Perfect Bars

Meat sticks: Epic, Archer, Tillamook

Collagen water

Bone broth packs

Trail mix

Parm crisps

Roasted chick peas

What are some good treats for travel?

Hu chocolate

Unreal candy

Seltzer water

Good Crisps chips

Olipop

Poppi

Kombucha

Low sugar granola

hand holding 2 packets of lmnt electrolytes

What are travel snacks without added sugar?

Fruit leather

Meat sticks: Epic, Archer, Tillamook

Seltzer water

Larabars– so many flavor varieties

RXbars

Pre cut veggies

Cheese: Tillamook, Cabot

Shelf stable Hummus

Applesauce

Guacamole single serve packs

overhead shot of a lap holding a latte travel cup on a plane

What snacks can I bring on a plane?

When flying, you can’t bring liquids or gels in quantities larger than 3.4 ounces, so items like yogurt, hummus, or smoothies are off-limits. Additionally, fresh fruits and vegetables may be restricted depending on the destination due to agricultural regulations.

You can bring solid snacks like granola bars, nuts, trail mix, and crackers on a plane, as long as they fit within your carry-on allowance.

This includes:

Popcorn

Baby carrots

Hand fruits

Snack bars: RXbars, Perfect Bars, Larabars, That’s it bars

Bone broth packs

Electrolyte powders

Nut butter packs

Whole milk latte or steamer (remember, that’s 8 grams of protein here)

hand holding grapes while out hiking

What snacks are best for hiking?

Water water water never forget this of course!

Also, keep in mind that many packaged foods can be dehydrating. You want to be sure to also include plenty of fresh foods to increase your hydration status while you eat

Electrolytes like LMNT, or Relyte. My favorite is watermelon and mango

Nut butter packs

Coconut water with it’s naturally perfect electrolyte balance

Salmon or tuna packs

Trail mix

Parm crisps

Meat sticks: Epic, Archer, Tillamook

Cheese: Tillamook, Cabot

Hand fruits

Snack bars: RXbars, Perfect Bars, Larabars, That’s it bars


Also, if you’re looking to level up your snack game and have access to new varieties of some of your favorite clean eating snacks, check out Thrive Market. They have a huge selection of high quality organic items free of HFCS and any artificial dyes. Check them out here. They make it easier and cheaper to eat healthy.

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