plane food Archives - Traveler Dreams Traveler Dreams Wed, 05 Jul 2023 09:06:50 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.5.2 https://travelerdreams.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/cropped-favicon-32x32.png plane food Archives - Traveler Dreams 32 32 Don’t Drink These Things on the Plane https://travelerdreams.com/dont-drink-these-things-on-the-plane/ Wed, 05 Jul 2023 08:46:00 +0000 https://travelerdreams.com/?p=24452 The drinks trolley coming around is a bit of a highlight on a plane ride. It means that you’re settled in your seat, your carry-on has been stowed, and you’ve reached the correct altitude. It also means that you get some sustenance! The trolleys are usually filled with dozens of options, but we suggest that […]

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]]> The drinks trolley coming around is a bit of a highlight on a plane ride. It means that you’re settled in your seat, your carry-on has been stowed, and you’ve reached the correct altitude. It also means that you get some sustenance! The trolleys are usually filled with dozens of options, but we suggest that you steer clear of these.

Carbonated Drinks

Yes, that Coca-Cola looks terribly appealing, but trust us when we tell you to pass. Bubbly beverages can lead to bloating and serious discomfort due to the change in air pressure. So, skip the soda.

Caffeine

You may feel like you need a cup of coffee or three, especially if you’ve caught a red-eye flight. Yet, all the caffeine is going to do is mess with your sleep patterns. It can also cause dehydration. Instead, ask for a herbal tea or hot chocolate; and if you really need your coffee fix, definitely go decaffeinated.

Tap Water

It is super important to stay hydrated while flying. Water is the best choice, but it’s a good idea to avoid tap water. Water tanks and pipes on airplanes are not always the most hygienic and can sometimes contain bacteria that causes illness. Stick to bottled. 

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]]> How To Save Money On Pricey Airplane Food https://travelerdreams.com/3-ways-to-save-money-on-expensive-airplane-food/ Fri, 17 Mar 2023 16:59:00 +0000 https://travelerdreams.com/?p=15497 Booking a flight with a budget airline comes with many benefits, but you’ll have to pay extra for a long list of perks, including airplane food. In addition to not being especially tasty, airplane food happens to be pretty overpriced, but these tips can help you avoid unnecessary expenses. Eat Before Your Flight If you […]

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]]> Booking a flight with a budget airline comes with many benefits, but you’ll have to pay extra for a long list of perks, including airplane food. In addition to not being especially tasty, airplane food happens to be pretty overpriced, but these tips can help you avoid unnecessary expenses.

Eat Before Your Flight

If you don’t want to get hungry on the plane, eating beforehand is your best bet, especially if your flight is pretty short. Eat something light and do it at home instead of buying food at the airport restaurants because they tend to charge as much as airlines do.

Bring Snacks

Why buy overpriced airplane snacks when you can bring your own along? A lot of travelers pack snacks before heading to the airport, but it’s important to make the right choice. Avoid sweets and salty snacks because you’ll be craving water after eating them, and go with foods that won’t spoil too fast.

Perfect Choice

If you’re embarking on a long flight, eating on a plane is a must so it’s important to be careful with your choice. Opt for a meal that’s filling enough and avoid buying snacks and drinks. Alcohol is best avoided due to its dehydrating effect.

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]]> This Hack Will Ensure You Don’t Go Hungry While Flying https://travelerdreams.com/this-hack-will-ensure-you-dont-go-hungry-while-flying/ Wed, 23 Nov 2022 14:41:00 +0000 https://travelerdreams.com/?p=21244 Airline food is, well, not the best. Much like hospitals, planes have earned a reputation for serving pre-prepared meals that you probably would not be eating if you did not find yourself in that situation.  Although trained chefs are the ones making the food, and effort is put in for it to taste good, flavors […]

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]]> Airline food is, well, not the best. Much like hospitals, planes have earned a reputation for serving pre-prepared meals that you probably would not be eating if you did not find yourself in that situation. 

Although trained chefs are the ones making the food, and effort is put in for it to taste good, flavors and textures definitely change once heated up. And, of course, being at that altitude.

According to studies, dry air in the cabin alters our sense of smell which greatly affects our sense of taste. With both being weakened, food tends to taste bland while up in the air. One flavor which is not impacted, however, is umami, which is why tomato juice is so popular on flights.

Unlike restaurants, planes don’t have a menu that you can order from so to find something that suits your tastebuds. But this hack will ensure you don’t go hungry while flying. 

If you don’t feel like indulging in the plane food on your next trip, pack along a cup noodle. It is important that it’s the kind to which you can just add boiling water and which comes with its own cup. Then, when the flight attendant comes around to offer hot beverages, simply request that hot water is poured into your noodles. 

Bon appetit!

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]]> 5 Airplane Foods You Shouldn’t Eat https://travelerdreams.com/5-airplane-foods-you-shouldnt-eat/ Thu, 05 Aug 2021 14:36:00 +0000 https://travelerdreams.com/?p=13984 When flying, if you’re anything like us, you just eat the food and drinks they give you on the airplane without thinking twice. But when you actually stop to think about it, there are tons of food onboard that could contain bacteria due to the long time between when the food is prepared and served, […]

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]]> When flying, if you’re anything like us, you just eat the food and drinks they give you on the airplane without thinking twice. But when you actually stop to think about it, there are tons of food onboard that could contain bacteria due to the long time between when the food is prepared and served, resulting in you getting very sick. And that’s the last thing you want to deal with on vacation. Here are five types of foods you should avoid when flying.

Dairy

Avoid dairy products like cottage cheese, cheese, yogurt, ice cream, and milk, because they are susceptible to spoiling when not kept cold. Sometimes, you can’t see or smell that they’ve gone bad.

Deli Meats

Deli meat doesn’t go through a reheating process to kill bacteria because it’s already prepared. Bologna, turkey, and ham have a higher risk of being contaminated.

Ice

Bacteria can survive in ice cubes, which makes ice on planes problematic. Attendants don’t always wash their hands or use gloves when they’re scooping ice and pouring it into your drinks.

Raw Fruits and Veggies

Like deli meats, raw fruits and veggies can get contaminated and they’re not heated to get rid of any bacteria. Melons and leafy greens are most risky because they’re exposed to bacteria from the soil, manure, and water.

Rice

If rice is cooled down or stored at the wrong temperature, spores can grow and the bacteria can make you really sick for a few days.

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]]> ersion="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?> plane food Archives - Traveler Dreams Traveler Dreams Wed, 05 Jul 2023 09:06:50 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.5.2 https://travelerdreams.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/cropped-favicon-32x32.png plane food Archives - Traveler Dreams 32 32 Don’t Drink These Things on the Plane https://travelerdreams.com/dont-drink-these-things-on-the-plane/ Wed, 05 Jul 2023 08:46:00 +0000 https://travelerdreams.com/?p=24452 The drinks trolley coming around is a bit of a highlight on a plane ride. It means that you’re settled in your seat, your carry-on has been stowed, and you’ve reached the correct altitude. It also means that you get some sustenance! The trolleys are usually filled with dozens of options, but we suggest that […]

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]]> The drinks trolley coming around is a bit of a highlight on a plane ride. It means that you’re settled in your seat, your carry-on has been stowed, and you’ve reached the correct altitude. It also means that you get some sustenance! The trolleys are usually filled with dozens of options, but we suggest that you steer clear of these.

Carbonated Drinks

Yes, that Coca-Cola looks terribly appealing, but trust us when we tell you to pass. Bubbly beverages can lead to bloating and serious discomfort due to the change in air pressure. So, skip the soda.

Caffeine

You may feel like you need a cup of coffee or three, especially if you’ve caught a red-eye flight. Yet, all the caffeine is going to do is mess with your sleep patterns. It can also cause dehydration. Instead, ask for a herbal tea or hot chocolate; and if you really need your coffee fix, definitely go decaffeinated.

Tap Water

It is super important to stay hydrated while flying. Water is the best choice, but it’s a good idea to avoid tap water. Water tanks and pipes on airplanes are not always the most hygienic and can sometimes contain bacteria that causes illness. Stick to bottled. 

The post Don’t Drink These Things on the Plane appeared first on Traveler Dreams.

]]> How To Save Money On Pricey Airplane Food https://travelerdreams.com/3-ways-to-save-money-on-expensive-airplane-food/ Fri, 17 Mar 2023 16:59:00 +0000 https://travelerdreams.com/?p=15497 Booking a flight with a budget airline comes with many benefits, but you’ll have to pay extra for a long list of perks, including airplane food. In addition to not being especially tasty, airplane food happens to be pretty overpriced, but these tips can help you avoid unnecessary expenses. Eat Before Your Flight If you […]

The post How To Save Money On Pricey Airplane Food appeared first on Traveler Dreams.

]]> Booking a flight with a budget airline comes with many benefits, but you’ll have to pay extra for a long list of perks, including airplane food. In addition to not being especially tasty, airplane food happens to be pretty overpriced, but these tips can help you avoid unnecessary expenses.

Eat Before Your Flight

If you don’t want to get hungry on the plane, eating beforehand is your best bet, especially if your flight is pretty short. Eat something light and do it at home instead of buying food at the airport restaurants because they tend to charge as much as airlines do.

Bring Snacks

Why buy overpriced airplane snacks when you can bring your own along? A lot of travelers pack snacks before heading to the airport, but it’s important to make the right choice. Avoid sweets and salty snacks because you’ll be craving water after eating them, and go with foods that won’t spoil too fast.

Perfect Choice

If you’re embarking on a long flight, eating on a plane is a must so it’s important to be careful with your choice. Opt for a meal that’s filling enough and avoid buying snacks and drinks. Alcohol is best avoided due to its dehydrating effect.

The post How To Save Money On Pricey Airplane Food appeared first on Traveler Dreams.

]]> This Hack Will Ensure You Don’t Go Hungry While Flying https://travelerdreams.com/this-hack-will-ensure-you-dont-go-hungry-while-flying/ Wed, 23 Nov 2022 14:41:00 +0000 https://travelerdreams.com/?p=21244 Airline food is, well, not the best. Much like hospitals, planes have earned a reputation for serving pre-prepared meals that you probably would not be eating if you did not find yourself in that situation.  Although trained chefs are the ones making the food, and effort is put in for it to taste good, flavors […]

The post This Hack Will Ensure You Don’t Go Hungry While Flying appeared first on Traveler Dreams.

]]> Airline food is, well, not the best. Much like hospitals, planes have earned a reputation for serving pre-prepared meals that you probably would not be eating if you did not find yourself in that situation. 

Although trained chefs are the ones making the food, and effort is put in for it to taste good, flavors and textures definitely change once heated up. And, of course, being at that altitude.

According to studies, dry air in the cabin alters our sense of smell which greatly affects our sense of taste. With both being weakened, food tends to taste bland while up in the air. One flavor which is not impacted, however, is umami, which is why tomato juice is so popular on flights.

Unlike restaurants, planes don’t have a menu that you can order from so to find something that suits your tastebuds. But this hack will ensure you don’t go hungry while flying. 

If you don’t feel like indulging in the plane food on your next trip, pack along a cup noodle. It is important that it’s the kind to which you can just add boiling water and which comes with its own cup. Then, when the flight attendant comes around to offer hot beverages, simply request that hot water is poured into your noodles. 

Bon appetit!

The post This Hack Will Ensure You Don’t Go Hungry While Flying appeared first on Traveler Dreams.

]]> 5 Airplane Foods You Shouldn’t Eat https://travelerdreams.com/5-airplane-foods-you-shouldnt-eat/ Thu, 05 Aug 2021 14:36:00 +0000 https://travelerdreams.com/?p=13984 When flying, if you’re anything like us, you just eat the food and drinks they give you on the airplane without thinking twice. But when you actually stop to think about it, there are tons of food onboard that could contain bacteria due to the long time between when the food is prepared and served, […]

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]]> When flying, if you’re anything like us, you just eat the food and drinks they give you on the airplane without thinking twice. But when you actually stop to think about it, there are tons of food onboard that could contain bacteria due to the long time between when the food is prepared and served, resulting in you getting very sick. And that’s the last thing you want to deal with on vacation. Here are five types of foods you should avoid when flying.

Dairy

Avoid dairy products like cottage cheese, cheese, yogurt, ice cream, and milk, because they are susceptible to spoiling when not kept cold. Sometimes, you can’t see or smell that they’ve gone bad.

Deli Meats

Deli meat doesn’t go through a reheating process to kill bacteria because it’s already prepared. Bologna, turkey, and ham have a higher risk of being contaminated.

Ice

Bacteria can survive in ice cubes, which makes ice on planes problematic. Attendants don’t always wash their hands or use gloves when they’re scooping ice and pouring it into your drinks.

Raw Fruits and Veggies

Like deli meats, raw fruits and veggies can get contaminated and they’re not heated to get rid of any bacteria. Melons and leafy greens are most risky because they’re exposed to bacteria from the soil, manure, and water.

Rice

If rice is cooled down or stored at the wrong temperature, spores can grow and the bacteria can make you really sick for a few days.

The post 5 Airplane Foods You Shouldn’t Eat appeared first on Traveler Dreams.

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