The Top 10 Reasons People Get Constipated on Vacation! Did you ever wonder why your bowels can be chugging along regularly and on time while you are living your life at home, but then come to a halting stop when arriving on vacation? This phenomenon is called “travel constipation” or “vacation constipation,” and is defined as irregular bowel movements while on vacation happening within the first few days on your trip.  Normal bowel function is typically defined as having a bowel movement three times a day to three times a week. As a pelvic health practitioner, I feel it is important to discuss assessment of stool consistency. A very wise…