u/BuzzBuzzBeard

Where is everyone buying their soy curls these days? Where I’m at, I can’t find them in stores anymore.

Publix: certain locations used to have soy chunks and TVP, but not anymore
Whole Foods: I asked for soy curls and TVP and multiple people had NO idea what I was talking about. (is it me or has WF been reducing their vegan options??)
Sprouts: used to have TVP in their bulk bins, but not anymore.
Fresh Market: not the best place for vegan options in general
Kimchee Mart - nope
Amazon: yes, but last year I bought them for $16 now it’s $25 (3 - 8oz packages)

Recommendations - or do I just accept the 50% price increase on amazon?

UPDATE:
Thanks for the suggestions! Seems like buying in bulk from Butler Foods is the way to go!

UPDATE 2:
Placed my order at Butler Foods! Soy Curls, Taco Crumbles, and Jerky are on their way!
Thanks!!

Hi! We are sailing on the Brilliant Lady Thanksgiving weekend with a stop at Grand Turk. For those who've gone, any excursions you recommend (or not)?

Our group: my husband and I love to explore (light hikes, cities, historical sites, museums, etc), but we will be traveling with our moms who are in their 70's so need too be VERY mindful of that. One of them can handle long walks, but the other has much more limited mobility. There's a chance we split up, but I'd like to have some ideas to share with them hoping we can do things together. Thoughts?

If we do split up at all - I've read snorkeling is great there. Any recommendations?

For the Bimini Beach Club - this stop was skipped on our last cruise due to weather so not sure what to expect. I've read there isn't much to do nearby so focus on relaxing by the pool/beach. Not sure if I want to drop $650 on a cabana, but we do at least need chairs with umbrellas. Will those be a challenge to secure? Both our moms may do the painting excursion (one planned to do it last year, but it was canceled).

Any suggestions are appreciated :)

I’ll be in Sicily the second half of June and need some help with clothing options.

Last year I one-bagged my first trip - a two-week trip to Japan - and it was a total success! I did laundry along the way and plan to do the same on this trip. The weather was a bit cooler than what I’m expecting in Sicily (maybe 60s at night, 80s/90s during the day). I live in a hot/humid area so not worried about the heat itself, just want to be comfy with limited options.

For Japan, I picked up some Unbound Merino tees, but due to foreseen circumstances 🫣 they’re a bit snug now, so I’m basically starting from scratch this year... yay.

I am leaning toward sticking with merino wool shirts, but based on the one or two “warm” afternoons we had in Japan, I can see why some people say wool can get a bit annoying in heat.

Thoughts? Stick with Unbound Merino and just size up, or rethink it for a hot-weather trip?

This year I’m thinking (rough draft):

• 3 wool tees (maybe cut down to 2)
• 1 Proof polo
• 1 pair of pants for evenings/nights (need help deciding: linen vs jeans vs other)
• 2 Chubbies “everywhere” shorts
• 1 swim short
• 1 athletic short
• socks + underwear

Also looking for:

• a packable wide-brim hat for sun protection
• a long sleeve option for sun (I do have an SPF Columbia shirt I could bring for swimming)
• a long sleeve linen shirt for going out, but maybe that could double as daytime sun protection when I’m not swimming. Is there a better option?

For shoes, thinking two pairs and maybe sandals:

• Xero Ridgeway Low (main walking shoe)
• Canvas Dillons for evenings (very lightweight and packable, but may skip)
• Sandals

Trip will be a mix of walking/exploring, some beach time, and going out to dinner. Nothing super formal.

Bag: Allpa 42L again (being careful not to over-pack)

Here's a link to my kit from Japan: https://www.reddit.com/r/onebag/comments/1jsle2q/15_days_with_my_allpa_42l/
Learned a lot and not bring some of the items in that post (jacket, iPad, Bose headphones...)

Any suggestions on fabrics (especially for heat), pants choice, or anything I’m overlooking?