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Travellers cannot plan a journey without planning what food they will pack. Long wait hours at the airport, time-consuming rides through trains and buses, and hectic hikes can make you hungry, irrespective of the time. You need munchies and quick snacks that don’t make a mess and satisfy your hunger, too.
This short guide is all you need if you are planning a journey to a tropical destination. High temperature limits you from packing certain foods. Because of the weather, most items, including packaged foods, have reduced shelf life. Below are some options you can consider.
Dried Fruits
You can pack dried fruits. Toss some cashews, almonds, and pistachios in a pan and sprinkle salt on them. Store in an airtight container, and you are good to go. You can also pack these without roasting and enjoy them on the go. You can also pack walnuts, figs, dates, dried mango, and more. These fruits are a solution to your hunger pangs and deficiency of essential minerals and vitamins.
Instant Dalia Packs
Oats or dali is good not only in India but also abroad. Ready-to-eat packets only need boiling water, and you can instantly prepare a delicious meal. Many brands offer these packs in various flavours and fillings. Choose unsweetened ones and pack a few spice powders to suit your taste buds. Similarly, you can pack poha, noodles, and other items too.
Herbal Tea
There is nothing more soothing than a hectic day of exploring coming to an end on a comfortable bed and a hot, piping cup of your favourite herbal tea. From jasmine to lemon tea sachets, these are sure to help you aiding indigestion in a foreign land and provide relief from any soreness and body aches. You can drink these hot and cold and relax in your air-conditioned room while enjoying the view from your window or balcony.
Packaged Foods
The best aspect of packaged foods is that you can carry them anywhere. Whether you are planning sightseeing or an adventurous activity, you can pack these and satisfy your hunger at any place and time. Seasoned and amateur travellers often keep dry cakes, chips, packed samosas, dal kachoris, and more.
Indian Snacks
Indian snacks like theplas, fried littis, and mathris are the best Indian snacks to carry with you. Theplas and littis have a shelf life of around 3-4 days, but make sure that littis are not stuffed with garlic and onions. Mathri can last for a week. You can also carry packed pickles and enjoy these snacks when you are craving home-cooked foods. They will feel like a tight hug from loved ones.
Electrolyte Sachets
Exploring a tropical destination has its challenges, one of which is dehydration. Beach visits, sightseeing, and a stroll in the sun can leave you feeling tired and dehydrated. Water will only quench your thirst, but you need electrolytes to feel refreshed and hydrated. It will replenish lost salts and help you feel better and keep the symptoms of heat strokes at bay.
