If you have a goal to travel the world, see new places, and meet new people, go for it! Don’t let diabetes get in the way.
But be prepared. Travel requires a lot of planning, and if you have diabetes, you’ll want to ensure you’re extra ready so that your trip is both fun and safe. Different time zones, unfamiliar foods, delayed mealtimes, and more physical activity than usual are just a few of the factors that can make managing your diabetes challenging if you aren’t prepared. By dealing with these issues before you get to your destination, you’ll have a few less things to worry about and can spend your time enjoying your trip!
Get ready.
Once you’ve decided where you’ll go, how long you’ll be gone, and how you’ll get there, there’s still some more legwork to do around your diabetes management.
This is the time to determine whether it’s safe, health-wise, to travel. If you’ll be flying or cruising the high seas, see your provider at least a month before your trip. Ask that they write you a letter of
