Does anyone have any tips for going on vacation sober?? I am ditching the cold weather and headed to the sunny beach but have a bit of anxiety about having cravings. This will be my first beach vacation sober!
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I'd just make sure to stay hydrated on the beach. I like body armor drinks, and coconut water. Enjoy your trip!
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Can always do mocktails! Think of the memories you will make (and remember) having fun!
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I mean, youre gonna be at the beach. So like, enjoy the beach.
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Mocktails so many of them! And they are all so yummy
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So I would reach out to A.A. central office in the town your visiting and check on meetings. I’ve gone to meetings in most every town I’ve traveled to. It’s a good way to meet local folks.
Keep in regular contact with your sponsor and above all enjoy yourself!!
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Oops that should say mocktails sorry I’ll edit
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I also like to check out meetings in new cities.
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Right on
Hard to drink while you’re surfing.
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Hi CJ! I’m happy for you that you’re treating yourself to a vacation. My suggestion would be not to over think it too much and instead of thinking “I’m going on a sober vacation” simply think, “I’m going on vacation” 
If cravings come up, I recommend calling a sober friend, sponsor or mentor. good luck and have fun!
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Have your mocktail of choice picked out.
Have a well thought out plan, execute it daily. Try not to be bored.
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This^^ (seconding what Matt said) I went on vacation to Seattle one time and caught a meeting there. They run their stuff a little different than by me but it was refreshing to see a different side of things.
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Scope out meetings before you go. Get to a meeting will help. Don’t be in same room as booze. Hugs