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7 tips for traveling with type 2 diabetes

Don't let diabetes disrupt your vacation time.

Mar, 2026
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Get checked out before you go
Don’t forget your medical ID
Pack twice as much medication
Store your medication properly
Prep healthy, on-the-go snacks
Plan for time changes
Wear comfortable shoes

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Living with type 2 diabetes doesn’t have to disrupt a much-needed vacation. With some careful coordination and prep, you can enjoy a happy, healthy trip, whether you’re touring museums, relaxing on the beach, or backpacking across Thailand. Just keep these factors in mind before you hit the road.

Written byChristina Donnelly.
Medically reviewed byMegan Burke, MD.January, 2026
Sources: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Tips for Traveling With Diabetes. May 15 + 5
  1. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Tips for Traveling With Diabetes. May 15, 2024.
  2. UT Southwestern Medical Center. Traveling with diabetes: Tips for packing, snacking, monitoring, and more. November 2023.
  3. Mayo Clinic Press. How Do I Prepare and Pack When Traveling With Type 2 Diabetes? May 30, 2025.
  4. American Diabetes Association. What Can I Bring With Me on a Plane? Accessed March 4, 2026.
  5. Novo Nordisk Medical. GLP 1 RAs Storage and Stability. Accessed March 4, 2026.
  6. Eli Lilly and Company. Mounjaro Prescribing Information. Accessed March 4, 2026.

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