Sober Holiday Survival Guide: Airports, All-Inclusives & Family Triggers

About this episode

This episode provides practical tools and real stories for navigating sober holidays amidst family dynamics and common triggers.

Going on holiday without alcohol can feel terrifying – especially with family dynamics, all‑inclusive buffets, and airport Wetherspoons in the mix. In this episode, we unpack sober holidays with real stories, practical tools, and a lot of honesty (and laughter). We talk about: First alcohol‑free holidays (city breaks, all‑inclusive, family trips) Common trigger points: airports, poolside, cocktail hour, family stress How to prep like a “sober holiday prepper” (visualisation + planning) Sensory toolkit: headphones, essential oils, movement, journaling Protecting your nervous system while you travel Non‑alcoholic “ritual swaps” for cocktail hour and welcome drinks Accountability on the go: sober buddies, messaging, photos-as-check‑ins When big emotions or grief hit on holiday – and why that’s not “failing” Reframing “holiday” back to “holy day” and making real memories If you’re worried about staying alcohol‑free on holiday, you are not alone, and you don’t have to white‑knuckle it. Grab a cuppa and let's chat. X For support and community: Love Sober – lovesober.com Soberistas (UK) She Recovers and other sober communities online

People in this episode

Host: Kate Baily

Topics covered

• sober holidays
• family dynamics
• alcohol-free travel
• triggers
• preparation
• emotional support
• mindfulness

Keywords

• sober travel
• alcohol-free
• holiday preparation
• family triggers
• non-alcoholic rituals
• emotional support
• travel tips

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Love Sober, Soberistas, She Recovers

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