[Kenny]

Hey to my fellow frugal people, I’m planning a week long road trip around Ireland at some point.

I’m gonna bring some bedding + a pillow and sleep in the back of the car to save on hotels and shower in motorway services.

Gas is an unavoidable expense, but what can I do for food without eating out every time? What are some foods that don’t need heating up or cooking? E.g. sandwiches

[Gina]

I recommend eating the local cuisine as much as you can afford, the food is half of the experience of traveling.

[Jennifer]

If you have a good set of teeth you can eat raw fruits and vegetables. I’m sure you’ll pass by grocery stores.

[Desiree]

I would love it if you had a page chronicling this trip so I can live vicariously through you.

[Marissa]

Food in the UK is a lot cheaper than here. They have grocery stores you will get some ideas there.

[Dianna]

I agree with an earlier post re: eating being part of the experience. My one rule for vacation was “no chain restaurants. ” Especially if it’s not in your home country, you’ll get do much more than “just a meal” -‘ observe some customs, camaraderie, architecture, language ( a biggie! Take pictures of the menus, food and restaurant and people in them). Maybe just two meals a day (make the most of it by not snacking!)

Your choice, but I always told my family “You can have (fast food name) any time; this is probably the only time we’ll be here”

Useful: Trying to plan ahead as much as possible for meals during the school year when it gets crazy on weeknights

[Denise]

Anything in a can does not have to be heated.. it’s a preference.

[Lisa]

Beef jerky, cheese and crackers, peanut butter, granola bars, dried fruit.

[Linda]

I would take a container with a tight lid, then buy bits and pieces that will make salads, take a large jar of salad dressing, and/ or any other sauce you like. Then just buy anything that is either ready cooked or can be eaten raw. ( shredded chicken is great) Pop in the container, pop the lid on, shake and dinners ready.

[Susan B]

Aldi is all over (really reasonable grocery store chain in the southeast and parts of Europe) I don’t think you can bring produce and other certain foods into the country. There are hostels to consider as well. There is a nice park on the way into Kinsale which allows overnight parking, with amazing views of the harbour.

Don’t miss: Trying to start meal planning and I would love as much input as you are willing to share!

[Linda]

Pb and honey sandwiches or crackers or tortillas. Tuna, chicken or salmon kits that come with crackers. Cheese whiz spray can for topping celery, crackers, bread or tortillas. Breakfast can be oatmeal cups that you just add water to – eat cool like an overnight oat. My son use to dry out ground beef so it was safe to eat unrefrigerated when he went on 5 day backpacking trips (google how to freeze dry meat). He also brought along the instant potatoes packets that you just add water to. Along with homemade GORP, granola bars, dried fruits and some fresh fruits.

[Susan]

Alvacado halves and olive oil with a little salt & pepper is a great snack. Or Italian dressing works great as well. Celery and cream cheese. Celery & peanut butter. Homemade muffins before you leave. Carrots, broccoli and ranch dressing. Crunchy snacks help keep drivers alert.

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