Air Travel Episodes

When it comes to traveling with food allergies, knowledge truly is power. In this episode, I’m thrilled to welcome Lianne Mandelbaum, founder and CEO of No Nut Traveler, and Gwen Smith, Editor of Allergic Living Magazine to unpack the new Allergic Living's Airlines and Allergies Guide—a comprehensive resource designed to empower travelers living with food allergies. Together, we dive into the immense behind-the-scenes detective work that went into gathering up-to-date airline policies, emergency procedures, and the reality of onboard meals (spoiler alert: don’t rely on them!). We also discuss the impact of regulations like pre-boarding rights and FAA rules for epinephrine auto-injectors, as well as why meeting planners and travel professionals should engage with this guide to ensure safer, more inclusive journeys. Listen to hear inspiring advocacy stories, surprising research findings, and tangible tips for keeping every traveler safe in the sky.

In this episode, was the first year of honoring Women Making HERstory in Food & Beverage, Tracy welcomes Lianne Mandelbaum, founder of No Nut Traveler, to discuss the crucial topic of making air travel safe for people with food allergies. Lianne shares the frightening experience that prompted her to become an advocate, recounting a distressing incident with her peanut-allergic son and the lack of airline support she encountered. Together, Tracy and Lianne explore airline policies, the need for standardization and consistent staff training, and the value of collecting allergy testimonials to drive change. Lianne calls for transparent ingredient labeling, accessible emergency medication, and buffer zones on flights, highlighting how improved customer service and compassion can transform the travel experience for millions of passengers. This episode offers insights and practical advice for airlines, event planners, and travelers seeking safer, more inclusive journeys.