Planning vegetarian vacations can be very frustrating since there are not that many accommodations that cater to a vegetarian traveler. That's where you can use the help of travel guides and travel agencies that provide recommendations of popular local stores and restaurants for vegetarians. All of the places recommended are noted that they are either all vegetarian or vegetarian friendly. Both will be able to accommodate vegans as well. Some are all vegan but not noted as such in the heading so inquire within. To make the most of your vegetarian vacations, follow the following tips. If you are traveling oversees learn how to order vegetarian dishes in the native language of the country you are visiting. The International Vegetarian Union has information about how to order vegetarian dishes in the native language. Bring food with you just in case you can't find a vegetarian friendly market. Small bags of pretzels, nuts, dried fruits, and crackers are easy to travel with. When booking flights make sure you request a Vegetarian Meal. Many airlines, cruises and train carriers offer vegetarian meals. Ask the customer service representative about their vegetarian options when booking your flight, cruise or train trip.
There's been a lot of improvement over the past years - the industry is coming to understand vegetarians' needs. Whether they choose to book your vegetarian vacations through a specialty travel agent or not you can now get a decent meal while on vacation easier than used to. Places like Cozy Corners Veggie B&B, provide an opportunity to enjoy vegetarian vacations. Cozy Corners is a year-round lodge, health retreat and education centre with six guest rooms, located just north of Orangeville. The ?delicious wholesome? meals are organic and vegetarian. Water is filtered through reverse osmosis. Breakfast is included, while lunch and dinner are optional. Nearby activities include: hiking, birding, riding, boating, skiing, fine dining, theatres, antiques, and artists' studios.
The Lodge, is another vegetarian hotel built in a classically Caribbean style to benefit from the cooling breezes of the trade winds. Set in almost 3 acres of grounds high above sea level surrounded by the mountains and rainforests of Grenada and overlooking the Caribbean Sea.
In Scotland there's Shanti Griha Retreat Centre. House of Peace (Shanti Griha) is set in two acres of gardens, situated at the foot of Ben Ghobhlach, with views over Little Loch Broom and the open sea towards the Outer Hebrides Lewis and Harris. The centre caters to vegan guests. Water is supplied by a spring, electricity by a windmill and the house is centrally heated by a rayburn. There's a large orchard and a vegetable and herb garden. Haus Sonnenstein in Germany is a place of peace and relaxation. The hotel is located in the lovely landscape surrounding Lake of Constance. Each day begins with a vegetarian and vegan-friendly breakfast buffet. Services offered include Qigong, Yoga, meditation, and various types of massages.
So if you are a vegetarian traveler cheer up, there are places to make your vegetarian vacations unforgettable.