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Traveling can be an exciting adventure, but it can also take a toll on your health. From jet lag to exposure to new bacteria and viruses, it's important to take steps to support your immune system and overall well-being. In this blog, we are going to recommend 4 types of teas that we believe you should always bring with you on vacation, as well as how to brew loose leaf tea on the go to set yourself up for a happy, healthy trip!

  

How To Stay Energized and Healthy During Your Trip (And 4 Teas You Need To Pack)

1) Prioritize Your Immunity

Traveling can be stressful for our bodies, and it's common to be exposed to new environments and different types of germs. This can put a strain on our immune system and increase our risk of getting sick. By consuming immune-boosting teas like echinacea or elderberry, and eating foods high in vitamin-c, you can lower your risk of ruining your trip with a stinky bug.

Elderberry Tonic, our most popular immunity-boosting herbal blend, is a great option to take with you on your travels because it contains herbs known for their immune-stimulating properties and have been used for centuries to boost the body's natural defenses. 

 

2) Be Mindful Of Your Gut Health

When traveling, our digestive system can become vulnerable due to changes in diet, stress, and exposure to new bacteria. Neglecting our gut health can lead to a range of unpleasant symptoms, such as constipation, diarrhea, and bloating. To remedy this, bring a tea blend with you that contains ginger and peppermint. Ginger contains compounds that can help stimulate digestion and reduce inflammation in the gut, while peppermint has a soothing effect on the stomach and can help alleviate nausea.

By incorporating a tea like Bye Bye Bloat, that contains gut-health promoting herbs, into your travel routine, you can help keep your digestive system functioning smoothly and prevent any unpleasant disruptions to your trip.

 

3) Get Good Sleep

A good night's sleep is crucial for staying healthy and alert while traveling, but it can be challenging to get enough rest with jet lag and unfamiliar surroundings. That's why we recommend bringing a herbal sleep tea, like Nitey Nite.

The herbs in Nitey Nite tea help relax body and mind. Passionflower helps calm racing thoughts and eases worry. Valerian and California poppy are naturally sedating, and the chamomile and spearmint gently relieve stress levels and soothe the mind.

 

4) Set Yourself Up For A Positive Mood

Traveling can take a toll on your mental health, and being in a new environment can be overwhelming. Taking care of your mood is just as important as taking care of your physical health when you're on the road...you need to be in a good mood to enjoy it!

That's why starting your day with a mood-promoting tea, like Happy Place, is a great way to set yourself up for a trip full of happiness and relaxation. The blend contains ginger and chamomile, both known for their calming and mood-boosting properties, as well as sweet orange and lemon to add a refreshing and energizing twist. 

 

 

 

How To Brew Loose Leaf Tea While Traveling

Now that you know which teas to pack, you might be wondering how to bring them along. We have two favorite methods:

1) Fill up your drawstring tea filters in advance.

These drawstring tea filters are easy to pack and can be used in any cup or mug. These tea bags, unlike premade plastic tea bags you get at the store, are made of paper or muslin and can be filled with your favorite loose leaf tea. They are easy to prep in advance:

1. Open up the drawstring tea filter and fill it with 2 teaspoons of your tea of choice.
2. Pull the drawstring tight to close the tea filter.
3. Repeat until you have enough tea bags for your trip.
4. Add your filled tea filters to a small container with a lid and take it with you!
5. Once you're ready to use it, place your tea filter into your mug and pour over 1.5 cups hot water! 
   
   

2) Bring a small, durable tea brewer.

This method works well if you're staying in a hotel or vacation rental and want to make a larger batch of tea. It works well with a travel-friendly french press, a tea ball, or a tea mug infuser.

1. Pack your favorite tea brewer and your teas.
2. When ready to brew, open your tea brewer and add your tea.
3. Pour over hot water, steep for the recommended time and enjoy!

I just recently was out of town and I used this method! I brought my travel french press along with the travel size tea packets from this month's Tea Talk Box and it was perfect. Whichever method you choose, you'll be setting yourself up for success!

Learn more about our favorite loose-leaf tea infusers here.

 

How To Get Hot Water For Tea When Out Of Town

1. *Our favorite method* Use a portable electric kettle: If you're traveling with a portable electric kettle, you can use it to heat water reliably, no matter where you are! Here are two we recommend: Stainless Steel Electric Kettle and Collapsible Electric Kettle.
2. Heat water up on the stove: If staying at an airbnb, or a hotel room with a kitchen, they will likely have a pot and stove that you can heat up water on.
3. Use a coffee maker: Most hotel rooms and airbnbs have coffee makers that can be used to heat water. Simply fill up the carafe with water and let it run through the machine to heat it up. This method doesn't always taste the best because sometimes the water still has a slight used coffee flavor to it.
4. Get hot water from your hotel lobby: Most hotels have complimentary hot water for tea in the lobby. This is super convenient if you're staying somewhere with this option!
5. Boil water in a microwave: If you have access to a microwave, you can fill up a microwave-safe mug with water and heat it up for a minute or two until it boils. People have different levels of comfort when it comes to microwaving things, so only use this method if you feel comfortable.
   
   

 

No matter how you choose to brew your tea, your body will thank you for the extra support! Happy travels, I hope you enjoy your trip. You deserve it!