Recently, our family spent a week at Disney World, one of two trips since my surgery in 2006. For me, traveling is perhaps one of the hardest things to do after weight-loss surgery because one must leave a controlled environment for one that is not.  

One of the concerns with traveling is making certain the proper food (and water) is available, but this trip was a breeze. There are several options available at the parks. 

Coolers are allowed at Disney's Magic Kingdom, so we took advantage of this option most days. We packed a small cooler that was within the park rules and checked them in at the lockers as we entered the front gate. Then we returned at lunch, retrieved them, and found a suitable spot for eating under the shade tree at the entrance. (The guidelines for coolers and contents allowed can be found online.)

The day we went to two parks, (Animal Kingdom in the morning and Hollywood Studios in the afternoon) we returned to the car for our pre-packed lunch. (Remember, it's November—temperature is in the 70's). 

During our visit, we stayed at a "time share" where we had a full kitchen. One day we had a late lunch and snacked inside the park. My "snack" was a smoked turkey leg—these are available year round at the parks—yum. Although I did share one, I did request one of my own, it lasted through breakfast and snack several days (it's huge). 

Speaking of snacks, I did pack a few small protein bars in my purse, which was allowed. (Food is allowed for medical purposes, but I was never questioned. We also traveled with a baby.) We packed several bottles of water in the bottom of the stroller, as well as our small cooler and stayed well hydrated. 

Food inside the park is expensive, as you may know. But we limited our meals purchased inside the park to one a day and we only purchased meals two days. (once at Universal and once at the Magic Kingdom). With a little diligence, there are healthy options to be found throughout the parks.