Tagged: foodie-travel

Should You Visit Jamaica in 2026? How the Island Is Recovering from Hurricane Melissa

This interview was taken from a recent episode of the Frommer's podcast. Pauline Frommer spoke with the Honorable Edmund Bartlett, Jamaica's minister of tourism.The following…

What to Do in Marseille—and Planning Pitfalls to Avoid

As one of the oldest continuously inhabited settlements in the world, the port city of Marseille in southern France has a long and colorful history—and for a good chunk of that time,…

The Best Restaurants in San Antonio to Eat Its Best Local Dishes

San Antonio is home to some of the best Mexican food in Texas, ranging from authentic dishes to the beloved regional hybrid known as Tex-Mex. The city’s gustatory heritage is so unique…

These Things to Do in New York City Are Actually Best in the Early Morning

New York City's cool kids have always slept in until late, or so popular entertainment would have you think. For example, I can remember exactly one episode of Sex in the City that…

Road Trip Itinerary: Go Ham! Taste the Best Jamón Ibérico in Spain

A translucent slice of ham melts on your tongue and the acorn tang hits the back of your throat. You’re sharing a plate of jamón ibérico de bellota, one of Spain’s great…

New York City Opens the First Singaporean Hawker Food Hall in the Americas

New York City can't add the Taj Mahal to Times Square, plant Machu Picchu in Central Park, or tow one of the Galápagos islands next to the Statue of Liberty. Those UNESCO World…

What to See In and Around Dijon, France, If You Only Have a Few Days

You may not rank spices by their importance, but they do in Dijon. Local guides will tell you that while salt and pepper take the gold and silver medals, mustard is proudly in the…

The Restaurants That Introduced International Dishes to American Eaters

Americans take it for granted that they can find sushi, cappuccino, or Neapolitan pizza in their own neighborhoods. But each dish or drink represents a leap of faith on the part of a…

Support Out-of-Work Chefs and Get a Taste of Travel at the Same Time

"Food is everything we are," the late, great Anthony Bourdain once said. "It's an extension of nationalist feeling, ethnic feeling, your personal history, your province, your region,…

The World's Largest Chocolate Fountain Debuts in Switzerland

Who says nothing good has happened in 2020? Ok, that would be us—over and over and over. But now we have an exception: Swiss chocolate manufacturer Lindt & Sprüngli, which has been…

Sausage Party! Which U.S. Region Serves the Best Hot Dog Variety?

Show me a hot dog with all the fixings, and I’ll tell you what part of the United States you’re in. Many regions of the country have distinct ways of dressing up their dogs, and to…

Send Your Taste Buds on a Road Trip with These Regional Recipes

Long before "foodie travel" became a term anybody used, Jane and Michael Stern published Roadfood in 1977. That first guidebook to the best regional eateries in the United States…

Things to Do in Geneva, Switzerland

This famous fountain is the trademark of Geneva. Visible for miles, from April to September it throws 132 gallons of water per second 138m (453 ft.) into the air above the lake. Once…

Best of Naples & the Amalfi Coast: 14 Favorite Moments

This is, without a doubt, one of the most colorful, vibrant, and interesting areas of Italy, home to world-class museums and archeological sites, extraordinary scenery, superb…

Best of Toronto: 14 Favorite Moments

Canada's largest city has at last shed its reputation as a dull, repressed metropolis. What locals and visitors alike have discovered is an ever-expanding city with a remarkably…

Gourmet Lima: 7 Ways to Eat Better in Peru's Capital

The last decade has seen an explosion of worldwide interest in Peruvian cuisine, and Lima is now recognized as the gastronomic capital of South America. The city is suddenly a foodie…

Experience Madrid

Many sights call out to visitors, but we think the best for a first day in Madrid (especially if you're jetlagged) is splendid Parque del Retiro. It is one of the world's great city…

Best of Cape Cod: 15 Favorite Moments

Summertime is what Cape Cod and Islands are really all about. Sunbathing on the pristine beaches, discovering inlets by kayak, and biking some of New England's best trails are just…

6 Ways to Learn a Foreign Language Fast

Being able to communicate with locals can significantly enrich your experience abroad. Not only are you less likely to get ripped off, but picking up a few local phrases can also…

Travel Troubleshooter: Is My Cruise Refund Really Sunk?

Steven Olson wants his $200 deposit back from Princess Cruises, but the company isn't budging. The problem: he canceled the credit card through which he made the purchase. Princess…