Staying smoke free while away from home.
Traveling for pleasure can be an enjoying way to spend time. Traveling for work may be mixed with stress and rewards. Whether you travel for business or pleasure, prepare yourself for unexpected "smoking temptations."

Transportaiton
Ask for nonsmoking seating on the bus, train or airplane. If you are taking a cruise, ask for a nonsmoking cabin.
If you are driving, hang a "Thank You for Not Smoking" sign in your car. Let others know that you appreciate their not smoking around you, especially in a closed car.

Lodging
When making reservations, request a nonsmoking room and be sure to ask for it when you arrive.

Restaurants
Call in advance to check if the restaurant has a nonsmoking section. Check with the local American Lung Association or American Cancer Society chapter. Often, they have a list of area restaurants with nonsmoking areas.

Be prepared to cope with frustrations and delays. Even if you no longer have the urge to smoke in your usual surroundings, new situations may bring back old memories. Be ready to cope with unexpected urges. Wherever you travel, you can practice "taking a breather." Pack cigarette substitues, such as puzzles, sugar free hard candy or gum, worry beads, etc. Carry a small index card with your "reasons for quitting." Walk away from urges. See the sights and shops.

"It is not the years in you life, but the life in your years that count." Adlai Stevenson

Bob R.
"When I was in my 20's and 30's, 50 seemed old to me. Not now! Fifty seems full of possibilities. I think of all the things I want to do. I look forward to the years ahead. And I'm hoping that quitting smoking will give me more of those years to enjoy!"