Vacation is a time to get away and enjoy oneself without the stresses and trials of everyday living. In most cases, we splurge on vacations -- on travel, extravagances and ... food.

Are there ways to prepare for a vacation that won't wreck your diet and figure at the same time? Sure -- and a little planning now can save you a ton of headaches when you return from vacation and have to face reality again.

Now, don't get me wrong -- there's nothing wrong with indulging in some goodness (food goodness) while in vacation, but you have to temper yourself and not go overboard. If so, you'll pay handsomely for it later. For five specific tips on planning a "healthy" vacation, see this. Yes, it is possible.