Vegan Travel Podcast

<p>I had a great conversation with Tim Mooney on the <a href="http://pedalshift.net">Pedalshift Project</a> podcast. I shared my thoughts and experiences traveling as a vegan (and why I'm vegan), bike touring on a Brompton folding bike, incorporating public transportation into a bike tour, and much more. Check it out at <a href="http://pedalshift.net/077">pedalshift.net/077</a> or listen below.</p><p>If you haven't heard the recordings from my fall 2016 tour of Maine and Vermont, <a href="https://www.criticaltransit.com/?category=bike+touring">find those here</a>. Listening to last week's episode of Pedalshift reminded me I hadn't shared my own <a href="https://www.criticaltransit.com/blog/2017/4/19/podcast-52-winter-bike-camping-in-denver">winter bike overnight</a> audio journal. It was perhaps more successful than Tim's ride on the C&amp;O Trail, albeit shorter, a few degrees warmer and solo (sans dog). It's easy to travel light when you're only going one night, and your end-of-tour meal is at an all-you-can-eat vegan buffet.</p> <p>Have you done any bike touring? Share your experiences below, via <a href="http://twitter.com/criticaltransit">Twitter</a> or using the <a href="https://criticaltransit.com/contact">contact form</a> and I'll share it on an upcoming episode.</p> <img class="thumb-image" elementtiming="system-gallery-block-slideshow" data-image="https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/54bddedbe4b08f92b173b066/1492666215615-63BN0LQPIT7U3X4266DH/IMG_1822.jpg" data-image-dimensions="1280x1144" data-image-focal-point="0.5,0.5" alt="IMG_1822.jpg" data-load="false" data-image-id="58f847671e5b6ca0cc45beb4" data-type="image" src="https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/54bddedbe4b08f92b173b066/1492666215615-63BN0LQPIT7U3X4266DH/IMG_1822.jpg?format=1000w" /><br> <img class="thumb-image" elementtiming="system-gallery-block-slideshow" data-image="https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/54bddedbe4b08f92b173b066/1492666218076-4Y6U9XO1QOZ6L5K6ECVR/IMG_1833.jpg" data-image-dimensions="1280x1218" data-image-focal-point="0.5,0.5" 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<p>Originally recorded in 2013 for Critical Transit, here is a wide-ranging conversation that started with me interviewing Ian about his experiences getting free rides in cars with strangers. Hitchhiking is still a popular (and cheap) form of transit for hikers and others; I've even done it a few times with a bike. We also talk about finding vegan food in tough situations and muse about transit and bikes (we're also joined by Minku of the <a href="https://veganpedicab.wordpress.com/podcast/">Vegan Pedicab</a>).</p> <p>Do you use hitchhiking to get around? Let us know and we'll share your experience.</p>

<p>On vacation in Salt Lake City, Utah, I share what I ate during a four-day trip: 2 days in SLC, 1 day in Park City, 1 day in Cheyenne, Wyoming, and about 24 hours total in transit. This trip was atypical for me, since I normally don't do weekend trips while having an income source, so I splurged a little bit at vegan hot spots like Vertical Diner and City Cakes, but also cooked some basic food in the hostel. But most important is staying well-fed on the journey so I brought some snacks along for the bus ride.</p> <img class="thumb-image" elementtiming="system-gallery-block-slideshow" data-image="https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/54bddedbe4b08f92b173b066/1487207822620-A6XLBL72J8P9Z1N1HGH5/IMG_1783.jpg" data-image-dimensions="960x1280" data-image-focal-point="0.5,0.5" alt="Mmm, vegan gluten-free waffle! - City Cakes, SLC" data-load="false" data-image-id="58a4fd8dcd0f6873abc15a34" data-type="image" src="https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/54bddedbe4b08f92b173b066/1487207822620-A6XLBL72J8P9Z1N1HGH5/IMG_1783.jpg?format=1000w" /><br> Mmm, vegan gluten-free waffle! - City Cakes, SLC <img class="thumb-image" elementtiming="system-gallery-block-slideshow" data-image="https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/54bddedbe4b08f92b173b066/1487207819616-11CQV73GXGVW4M8CKJHS/IMG_1727.jpg" data-image-dimensions="1280x960" data-image-focal-point="0.5,0.5" alt="View from the road, US-40, NW Colorado" data-load="false" data-image-id="58a4fd8ae58c62cf9a4fdc71" data-type="image" src="https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/54bddedbe4b08f92b173b066/1487207819616-11CQV73GXGVW4M8CKJHS/IMG_1727.jpg?format=1000w" /><br> View from the road, US-40, NW Colorado <img class="thumb-image" elementtiming="system-gallery-block-slideshow" data-image="https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/54bddedbe4b08f92b173b066/1487207820100-MRQYUP21K98JM8F2E2FQ/IMG_1749.jpg" data-image-dimensions="1280x960" data-image-focal-point="0.5,0.5" alt="City Creek Canyon" data-load="false" data-image-id="58a4fd8b6a4963c71a7f5834" data-type="image" src="https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/54bddedbe4b08f92b173b066/1487207820100-MRQYUP21K98JM8F2E2FQ/IMG_1749.jpg?format=1000w" /><br> City Creek Canyon <img class="thumb-image" elementtiming="system-gallery-block-slideshow" data-image="https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/54bddedbe4b08f92b173b066/1487207821528-ASJ1XOB060C6CCCSZ63C/IMG_1765.jpg" data-image-dimensions="1280x960" data-image-focal-point="0.5,0.5" alt="UTA Trax may be the most scenic light rail system" data-load="false" data-image-id="58a4fd8b1b631ba87b4bf585" data-type="image" src="https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/54bddedbe4b08f92b173b066/1487207821528-ASJ1XOB060C6CCCSZ63C/IMG_1765.jpg?format=1000w" /><br> UTA Trax may be the most scenic light rail system <img class="thumb-image" elementtiming="system-gallery-block-slideshow" data-image="https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/54bddedbe4b08f92b173b066/1487207856554-G1YBG9L122PZZMHOFBVO/PC+Empire+Pass.jpeg" data-image-dimensions="2500x1875" data-image-focal-point="0.5,0.5" alt="Cruising down Empire Pass, Park City" data-load="false" data-image-id="58a4fda62994ca0ac9a4370f" data-type="image" src="https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/54bddedbe4b08f92b173b066/1487207856554-G1YBG9L122PZZMHOFBVO/PC+Empire+Pass.jpeg?format=1000w" /><br> Cruising down Empire Pass, Park City <img class="thumb-image" elementtiming="system-gallery-block-slideshow" data-image="https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/54bddedbe4b08f92b173b066/1487207821373-QSXA7W653RSNGUAU01PQ/IMG_1774.jpg" data-image-dimensions="960x1280" data-image-focal-point="0.5,0.5" alt="It's a funicular! - Deer Valley resort, Park City, Utah" data-load="false" data-image-id="58a4fd8cbe6594753030019b" data-type="image" src="https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/54bddedbe4b08f92b173b066/1487207821373-QSXA7W653RSNGUAU01PQ/IMG_1774.jpg?format=1000w" /><br> It's a funicular! - Deer Valley resort, Park City, Utah <img class="thumb-image" elementtiming="system-gallery-block-slideshow" data-image="https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/54bddedbe4b08f92b173b066/1487207822704-033EOIZLG99K14O7105P/IMG_1782.jpg" data-image-dimensions="1280x960" data-image-focal-point="0.5,0.5" alt="Waiting for the bus from Park City back to SLC" data-load="false" data-image-id="58a4fd8d6a4963c71a7f5861" data-type="image" src="https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/54bddedbe4b08f92b173b066/1487207822704-033EOIZLG99K14O7105P/IMG_1782.jpg?format=1000w" /><br> Waiting for the bus from Park City back to SLC <img class="thumb-image" elementtiming="system-gallery-block-slideshow" data-image="https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/54bddedbe4b08f92b173b066/1487208306956-LL1ZMIV5HY0QT7VHNTZJ/IMG_1721_Bustang_IdahoSpr.jpg" data-image-dimensions="1280x960" data-image-focal-point="0.5,0.5" alt="Waiting for the bus in Idaho Springs, Colorado. Do you see a bike? " data-load="false" data-image-id="58a4ff71a5790a772d086b0f" data-type="image" src="https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/54bddedbe4b08f92b173b066/1487208306956-LL1ZMIV5HY0QT7VHNTZJ/IMG_1721_Bustang_IdahoSpr.jpg?format=1000w" /><br> Waiting for the bus in Idaho Springs, Colorado. Do you see a bike? <img class="thumb-image" elementtiming="system-gallery-block-slideshow" data-image="https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/54bddedbe4b08f92b173b066/1487208306842-SX1KN3LPVSOWT0Y1MKUY/IMG_1760_cat_string.jpg" data-image-dimensions="960x1280" data-image-focal-point="0.5,0.5" alt="Always keep a shoelace in your bag: instant cat toy!" data-load="false" data-image-id="58a4ff7137c58180fd2b2ace" data-type="image" src="https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/54bddedbe4b08f92b173b066/1487208306842-SX1KN3LPVSOWT0Y1MKUY/IMG_1760_cat_string.jpg?format=1000w" /><br> Always keep a shoelace in your bag: instant cat toy! <a tabindex="0" role="button" class="previous" aria-label="Previous Slide" ></a> <a tabindex="0" role="button" class="next" aria-label="Next Slide" ></a> <p>What do you eat on the road? Let us know via the contact form.</p>

<p>If you want to travel efficiently, it helps to have only the things you need. Minimalist living means can mean something different to everyone, but I offer my perspective on some ways to approach the sometimes scary task of reducing the amount of stuff you have to carry around (or pay to store). That means a lighter bike and more money for vegan pancakes!</p> <img class="thumb-image" elementtiming="system-gallery-block-slider" data-image="https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/54bddedbe4b08f92b173b066/1487206179996-895KZX2CRDHCIGAXET86/IMG_1704_pancakes.jpg" data-image-dimensions="960x1280" data-image-focal-point="0.5,0.5" alt="IMG_1704_pancakes.jpg" data-load="false" data-image-id="58a4f7229de4bb98b06811dc" data-type="image" src="https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/54bddedbe4b08f92b173b066/1487206179996-895KZX2CRDHCIGAXET86/IMG_1704_pancakes.jpg?format=1000w" /><br> <img class="thumb-image" elementtiming="system-gallery-block-slider" data-image="https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/54bddedbe4b08f92b173b066/1487206189140-W0IH7FG19W9SVI8B0NQM/PC+Empire+Pass.jpeg" data-image-dimensions="2500x1875" data-image-focal-point="0.5,0.5" alt="PC Empire Pass.jpeg" data-load="false" data-image-id="58a4f722414fb5112ddefe75" data-type="image" src="https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/54bddedbe4b08f92b173b066/1487206189140-W0IH7FG19W9SVI8B0NQM/PC+Empire+Pass.jpeg?format=1000w" /><br> <p>Do you have too much stuff? How do you deal with it? Write in via the <a href="https://criticaltransit.com/contact">contact form</a> and we'll talk about it on the show. Let me know what topics we should cover or who I should talk to in future episodes.</p>

<p>I'm back with an episode exploring some options for finding a job you can tolerate. As a vegan it can be difficult or impossible to work in non-vegan establishments (i.e. most places) but vegan businesses are limited. I also share my experience and how I am living a semi-nomadic lifestyle by finding work I can do in different places for short periods of time. I hope this show has some helpful advice, and this topic will certainly be revisited in the future.</p> <figure class=" sqs-block-image-figure intrinsic " > <a class=" sqs-block-image-link " href="https://www.veganmainstream.com/2013/01/18/5-ideas-for-aligning-your-work-with-your-values/" > <img data-stretch="false" data-image="https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/54bddedbe4b08f92b173b066/1481175672064-JC4WMCBU38FJNPY8HMSR/vegan_professional" data-image-dimensions="288x204" data-image-focal-point="0.5,0.5" alt="" data-load="false" elementtiming="system-image-block" src="https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/54bddedbe4b08f92b173b066/1481175672064-JC4WMCBU38FJNPY8HMSR/vegan_professional?format=1000w" width="288" height="204" sizes="(max-width: 640px) 100vw, (max-width: 767px) 100vw, 100vw" onload="this.classList.add(&quot;loaded&quot;)" srcset="https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/54bddedbe4b08f92b173b066/1481175672064-JC4WMCBU38FJNPY8HMSR/vegan_professional?format=100w 100w, https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/54bddedbe4b08f92b173b066/1481175672064-JC4WMCBU38FJNPY8HMSR/vegan_professional?format=300w 300w, https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/54bddedbe4b08f92b173b066/1481175672064-JC4WMCBU38FJNPY8HMSR/vegan_professional?format=500w 500w, https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/54bddedbe4b08f92b173b066/1481175672064-JC4WMCBU38FJNPY8HMSR/vegan_professional?format=750w 750w, https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/54bddedbe4b08f92b173b066/1481175672064-JC4WMCBU38FJNPY8HMSR/vegan_professional?format=1000w 1000w, https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/54bddedbe4b08f92b173b066/1481175672064-JC4WMCBU38FJNPY8HMSR/vegan_professional?format=1500w 1500w, https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/54bddedbe4b08f92b173b066/1481175672064-JC4WMCBU38FJNPY8HMSR/vegan_professional?format=2500w 2500w" loading="lazy" decoding="async" data-loader="sqs"> </a> </figure> <p>This blog and podcast is dedicated to traveling as a vegan, with interviews and tips from experienced travelers on how to eat healthy and inexpensively in the US and all over the world. Whether you're a long-time traveler, thinking about a big trip, or just an occasional road-tripper or business traveler, you'll find information and advice. The show should also be helpful to new and aspiring vegans, when it comes to finding food in rural areas, traveling with non-vegans and how to handle awkward situations of all kinds.</p><p>About me: I am a traveling vegan living a semi-nomadic lifestyle where I travel to new places every few months and work seasonal jobs to support myself. I am a long-time committed vegan and keep a very healthy plant-based, even on the road, often on as little as $10 a day. So far I have lived in or visited dozens of US cities, bicycled through Ontario (and several US states), and spent 6 months in Scotland. I travel primarily by bike and public transit, even in places where "you need a car here". Here are a few photos from my recent bike tour of Maine and Vermont; as you can see the quality of food options varies from gas station convenience store to supermarket.</p>