Laurie Baratti | (TNS) TravelPulse Traveling as a sober person can be quite challenging at times. No matter how comfortable you are with your sobriety or how long it’s been since your last alcoholic drink, it can still feel like you’re missing out. After all, the whole point of traveling is to soak in as many new experiences as you can, and plenty of those experiences seem to involve imbibing.
When you’re with other people who seem to be enjoying themselves all the more because of their buzz, it can feel pretty awkward declining to partake. Luckily, it seems like travel and hospitality providers are finally dedicating some serious thought to providing satisfying non-alcoholic alternatives that can rival their boozy counterparts. Instead of having to order a virgin (fill-in-the-blank) that’s probably just cocktail mixer or syrup and ice, sober and sober-curious travelers are beginning to get some more epicurean options when it comes to their beverages.
In fact, I’ve noticed mocktails appearing on menus alongside cocktails more as a matter of course these days. Reports indicate that we have the younger generation to thank for this, as Gen-Z travelers are increasingly embracing the sober or sober-curious movement when it comes to their vacations. Alternatively, the amplified adoption of a zero-proof lifestyle could be attributed to the ever-increasing demand for wellness offerings and a post-COVID self-care mindset.
Whatever the reason, it’s honestly a relief to be a.