Currently placing non-diet RDNs in teaching vacations at
Viva V Samana in the Dominican Republic.
Become a member to be prepared to travel to the D.R.
or other exciting locations when openings come up!
Viva V Samana in the Dominican Republic.
Become a member to be prepared to travel to the D.R.
or other exciting locations when openings come up!
Teaching vacations make traveling flexible and affordable
A WIN-WIN:
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Take your passion for nutrition and your teaching skills somewhere beautiful & relaxing! A teaching vacation gives you the chance to stay at an all-inclusive destination in exchange for teaching 1-2 daily nutrition classes or coaching to guests.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How long are teaching vacations?
Trip length varies by destination, but most are 7 nights, Saturday to Saturday. Travel days (Saturdays) are class-free days.
Tell me more about the nutrition classes. What are they? Is it up to me to design them?
Resorts tell us whether or not they want nutrition coaching (not MNT, more like Q & A with guests, providing tips and resources as needed) or nutrition classes or both. There are 6 class topics the resorts have agreed to and the classes delivered to resort guests must align with these 6 topics. RDNs are not invited to go rogue with their own different topics. RDNs are welcome to design their own class content specific to each of the 6 predetermined topics or can borrow classes already designed from Meaghan.
Classes are also VERY interactive and include a game e.g. "Nutrition Myth Bingo" and prizes.
Are there any fees?
The Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) pays for flights and transfers plus a $400 admin fee for each teaching vacation booked. The Admin fee is paid to Sound Nutrition and covers coordination and finalization of your teaching vacation. Some, not all, resorts ask for a "gift fund" fee - this is normally around $100USD and the RDN delivers it to the resort at the time of the teaching vacation.
Other costs include the cost of class preparation and whatever tools you decide to use in delivering fun, interactive classes. RDNs who decide to borrow the pre-designed class content will incur the cost of color printing the materials.
Only non-diet Registered Dietitian Nutritionists? Why is that?
RDNs have the education and credentialing that ensures their legitimacy as a resource and educator.
Intuitive eating / anti-diet RDNs understand the importance of delivering nutrition information in a way that does no harm.
What is not included?
Flights and transfers including airport-resort transfers.
FYI: For each flight taken as part of this program, a donation will be made to Trees for the Future
How do I know if I'm approved?
After creating an account by completing the application, you will receive an email from Meaghan at The Nutrition Travel Exchange. That email will ask you to schedule a brief video chat, after which your membership will be complete.
How do I book my vacation?
"Members" (approved RDNs) regularly receive resort and travel date availability via email. When a RDN is interested and ready to commit to a resort + travel week, email Meaghan and from there the trip details will be officially confirmed with official trip registration that includes payment.
When should I book my flights?
Wait until your teaching vacation is confirmed by Meaghan before booking your flights!
When choosing travel dates, be sure you have all your ducks in a row and are absolutely positive that week will work for you. Once your requested travel vacation week is confirmed, it means we have finalized and confirmed the reservation and your teaching vacation with the destination. There are not refunds as well as a $300.00 cancellation fee for teaching vacations cancelled/changed within 90 days of scheduled trip.
What if I have questions once I'm a member (eligible for booking teaching vacation) and have questions about an upcoming teaching vacation?
Members are welcome to email with questions or concerns anytime! We can also schedule a video chat if requested prior to travel.
What should I declare on my customs declaration forms?
You need to designate pleasure or vacation. If you designate anything business related it won't go smoothly.
Should I get travel insurance?
It's recommended.
I'm a resort and would like more information. How can I find out more about this very affordable way of offering nutrition services to my guests?
Feel free to email Meaghan or contact via WhatsApp.
More questions? Email Meaghan
Trip length varies by destination, but most are 7 nights, Saturday to Saturday. Travel days (Saturdays) are class-free days.
Tell me more about the nutrition classes. What are they? Is it up to me to design them?
Resorts tell us whether or not they want nutrition coaching (not MNT, more like Q & A with guests, providing tips and resources as needed) or nutrition classes or both. There are 6 class topics the resorts have agreed to and the classes delivered to resort guests must align with these 6 topics. RDNs are not invited to go rogue with their own different topics. RDNs are welcome to design their own class content specific to each of the 6 predetermined topics or can borrow classes already designed from Meaghan.
Classes are also VERY interactive and include a game e.g. "Nutrition Myth Bingo" and prizes.
Are there any fees?
The Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) pays for flights and transfers plus a $400 admin fee for each teaching vacation booked. The Admin fee is paid to Sound Nutrition and covers coordination and finalization of your teaching vacation. Some, not all, resorts ask for a "gift fund" fee - this is normally around $100USD and the RDN delivers it to the resort at the time of the teaching vacation.
Other costs include the cost of class preparation and whatever tools you decide to use in delivering fun, interactive classes. RDNs who decide to borrow the pre-designed class content will incur the cost of color printing the materials.
Only non-diet Registered Dietitian Nutritionists? Why is that?
RDNs have the education and credentialing that ensures their legitimacy as a resource and educator.
Intuitive eating / anti-diet RDNs understand the importance of delivering nutrition information in a way that does no harm.
What is not included?
Flights and transfers including airport-resort transfers.
FYI: For each flight taken as part of this program, a donation will be made to Trees for the Future
How do I know if I'm approved?
After creating an account by completing the application, you will receive an email from Meaghan at The Nutrition Travel Exchange. That email will ask you to schedule a brief video chat, after which your membership will be complete.
How do I book my vacation?
"Members" (approved RDNs) regularly receive resort and travel date availability via email. When a RDN is interested and ready to commit to a resort + travel week, email Meaghan and from there the trip details will be officially confirmed with official trip registration that includes payment.
When should I book my flights?
Wait until your teaching vacation is confirmed by Meaghan before booking your flights!
When choosing travel dates, be sure you have all your ducks in a row and are absolutely positive that week will work for you. Once your requested travel vacation week is confirmed, it means we have finalized and confirmed the reservation and your teaching vacation with the destination. There are not refunds as well as a $300.00 cancellation fee for teaching vacations cancelled/changed within 90 days of scheduled trip.
What if I have questions once I'm a member (eligible for booking teaching vacation) and have questions about an upcoming teaching vacation?
Members are welcome to email with questions or concerns anytime! We can also schedule a video chat if requested prior to travel.
What should I declare on my customs declaration forms?
You need to designate pleasure or vacation. If you designate anything business related it won't go smoothly.
Should I get travel insurance?
It's recommended.
I'm a resort and would like more information. How can I find out more about this very affordable way of offering nutrition services to my guests?
Feel free to email Meaghan or contact via WhatsApp.
More questions? Email Meaghan
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