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Food Guides are helpful if you are a Gastro-Tourist, a Food Explorer, Foodie or Bon Vivant that Travel for Food like us. Whether you want to eat tasty streetfood, visit uprising chef's and their restaurants - or even better; eat where chef's choose to eat; the best guide to those Foodie Spots can be to follow sites where devoted food enthusiast share their experiences; like Sticks & Spoons - or Food and Travel Guides! ;) Author and Food Travel Writer: Sticks & Spoons Food Travel Written back in 2018 for Food and Travel Guides, edited before re-launch in 2020. Disclosure: Our site contains Affiliate Links. As an Amazon Associate we also earn from qualifying purchases. Clicking an Affiliate Link and purshasing something we recommend, won't cost you anything extra - it probably will save you some bucks. It will though give us a small comission which will help this site remaining a free resource for travellers to explore our world together. Sticks & Spoons Top 6 Destinations to Travel for Fun and Fine Dining We love to experience Food while travelling. We usually explore the Culinary World through the gastronomic map we create from restaurant reviews, restaurant platforms, Food Bloggers, Food Vloggers, both non- and Professional Food Guides and mouth-to-mouth-recommendations. But if you are looking for what's considered as the best of the best and the most rewarded fine dining restaurants around the world there's only two Restaurant Guides out there (in our opinion at Sticks & Spoons); Guide Michelin and The World's 50 Best Restaurants. And those are the two Food Guides you definitely should follow! We like the later of the two better and have made this true modest Food Guide (in context) for all of you that travel for the fun dining kind of food combined with The World's 50 Best Restaurants Top 10 fine dining recommendation. This is for you Food Junkies wanting today's World Best Food and Travel Experiences! We think that's a great combination and looking at the result there's only 6 Food Destinations you should focus on in 2018 when counting countries. MODENA in Italy | #1 OSTERIA FRANCESCANA | Chef: Massimo Bottura Who would have known? Modena in Italy; an ancient little town on the south-side of Po is in the Top Position! Maybe most famous for their red Ferrari cars designed and developed by motor genius Enzo Ferrari but also for being the birth place of world famous tenor Luciano Pavarotti and now...the Chef on everyone's tounge; Chef Massimo Bottura! Born and raised in Modena Chef Bottura started as an apprentice to Chef Georges Coigny but soon had a chance to work with Chef Alain Ducasse at Le Louis XV in Monte Carlo followed by a short period at Trattoria del Compazzo. In 1995 he opened Osteria Francescana with the concept "juxtapose culinary tradition and innovation with contemporary art and design". But it was when he did a summer season under brilliant, iconic and progressive Chef Ferran Adrià at infamous El Bulli that Chef Massimo blossomed to become truly innovative, pushing his culinary boundaries and re-defining his way of cooking - encouraged by Chef Adrià. In 2012, just shortly after Osteria Francescana was rewarded their well deserved third Michelin star, Chef Massimo decided to close the restaurant during the summer for refurbishment and then opened with a significant updated insight into Chef Bottura's two biggest passions - contemporary art and avant garde cuisine and a new icon was born. The World's 50 Best Restaurants listed Osteria Francescana in the Top 5 as early as 2010 but it was with a 2nd place in 2015 a yo-yo time started! In 2016 Osteria Francescana was in 1st place just to be followed by a 2nd place in 2017...and but back again with a 1st place in 2018! Chef Massimo Bottura is a super creative mind and have among several projects written five cookbooks, Aceto Balsamico (2005), Parmigiano Reggiano (2006), PRO. Attraverso tradizione e innovazione (2006), Never Trust a Skinny Italian Chef (2014) and Bread is Gold (2017). Find Cheap Accommodation in Modena The region of Modena - Emilia Romagna - is a strong slowfood region with great ingredients like Parmesan or Parmigiano Reggiano, Balsamic Vinegar or Aceto Balsamico, Parma ham or Prosciutto di Parma and of course Pasta and Wine so for a Foodie this is heaven on earth! Taking a Food Tour visiting Wine Makers, Food Producers and exploring the genuine, hearthy Italian Cuisine of this region can successfully be combined with driving fast Ferrari's, listening to Opera and soaking up the History, Culture and Landscape. GIRONA Spain | #2 EL CELLER de CAN ROCA | Chefs: The Roca Brothers The Roca Brothers; Chef Joan Roca, Pastry Chef Jordi Roca and Sommelier Joseph Roca have been in the Restaurant Business for a long time and the Restaurant El Celler de Can Roca have been considered a high-end establishment since opening in 1986! In the Restaurant you find a centerpiece made with three rocks; each represent the brothers which surname translates as "Rock" from Spanish. And El Celler de Can Roca Rocks! With a 1st Place in the Magazine "Restaurant" category "Best Restaurants in the World" 2013 and 2015; and slipping down to a 2nd Place in 2011, 2012 and 2014 - they was rewarded the 1st Place again in 2018! Quiet impressive! And with the World's 50 Best Restaurants the Brothers have been a favorite as well. In the 2018 list they took a 2nd Place! Girona is a Catalan City and the Capitol of Province Girona. Cathedrals, old fortifications and buildings along the confluence of the rivers Ter, Onyar, Galligants, and Güell make the city view astonishing with both older and more colorful modern houses just riverside in a beautiful mix. The City of Girona definitely has a lot to offer when wanting to experience Culture and especially Food Culture! Just visit Girona Explores and you'll see what we mean! MENTON in France | #3 MIRAZUR | Chefs: Mauro Colagreco & Antonio Buono Just outside the Italian border on the French side is the City of Menton. A small, wonderful village with a palpable closeness to Azure Blue; The Mediterranean. The view with the Harbor and climbing villas and houses when you arrive from the sea is a magnificent sight. Was it in this Historical Area of Menton the Art of Cooking was born? The region has been inhabited since the paleolithic era and is the site of the original "Grimaldi Man" which is the find of early modern humans and remains of Neanderthals and Cro-Magnons. However so; in Menton you'll find the 3rd entry on World's 50 Best Restaurants; Mirazur. Chefs are Mauro Colagreco and Antonio Buono; both from Argentine and that is what you'll find on the plates; Progressive and highly executed European dishes inspired by the Mediterranean food and surroundings with influences of South American and Argentine. We think that sounds like an exiting combination! While being in Menton - nicknamed "The Pearl of France" and also quiet famous for the many Gardens in the City - you must take the chance to explore the Riviera and Côte d'Azur! Monaco and Nice is nearby and also the North Western parts of Italy. If coming to Menton in February you should visit The Lemon Festival! Each year a new theme; past themes include Viva España, Disney, Neverland, and India. The festival lasts many days with exhibitions of Lemon Patterns, Golden Fruit Parades, Night Parades, a lot of food (with lemons we guess?) and different bands passing through Menton's streets on foot or on truck trailers. Sound like a lot of fun! NEW YORK in USA | #4 ELEVEN MADISON PARK | Chefs: Daniel Humm & Dmitri Magi The City that never Sleeps and The Big Apple - both well known nickname's for New York. In this Mega City you can explore 24/7! There's so much to experience it's overwhelming and you probably will need much more then one visit to cover your Bucketlist. Eleven Madison Park is the World's 50 Best Restaurants no 4 on the list of 2018. The New American Cuisine is more then ever present on Eleven Madison Park with an innovative approach. The Swiss-born restaurant co-owner Chef Daniel Humm have taken Eleven Madison Park to exceptional heights through the years but now rely a lot on Chef de Cuisine Dmitri Magi to run the Kitchen. We can understand Chef Humm. His career started at age 14 and at the youngster age of 24 he was rewarded his first Michelin Star! Impressive! Find Cheap Accommodation in New York City Read more about New York and find restaurants, culture, shopping and "must-do's" on NYC official site with Events! BANGKOK in Thailand | #5 GAGGAN | Chef: Gaggan Anand One Night in Bangkok is not enough. Just saying. You can read a lot about Bangkok on Sticks & Spoons Blog and even a Restaurant Review from Gaggan on our Stories & Guides page. Chef Gaggan Anand's story, journey and career is amazing! From being born in a poor family back in India to owning his Michelin Starred Restaurant Gaggan in Bangkok is nothing less then mesmerizing. If you haven't seen Netflix Series "Chef's Table" - that's a tips from us! RELATED POST: Where to eat in Bangkok Gaggan Progressive Indian Cuisine is a fast-paced, fun, relaxed restaurant experience with an extremely well executed 25 dishes; on the with emoji's written menu! Food is mainly in snack sizes that you eat with your fingers! Chef Anand have an impressive record: 2014 Gaggan Progressive Indian Cuisine has won Thailand's Best Restaurant as well as Asia's 50 Best Restaurant 4 years in a raw from 2016 - 2018! And now we find him on the 5th Place on the World's 50 Best Restaurants list! Find Cheap Accommodation in Bangkok Bangkok is a real Foodie Spot! If you love food this is one of the best cities in the World to travel to and explore - from Streetfood to High-End Restaurants and Michelin Stars! Even Michelin Star Streetfood! LIMA in Peru | #6 CENTRAL | Chefs: Virgilio Martínez and Pia León LIMA in Peru | #7 MAIDO | Chefs: Mitsuharu 'Micha' Tsumura & Cesar Choy Lima is a BIG City, the Capitol of Peru with 12 million+ in Metro and a 9 million++ Urban Population and is being seen as the Gastronomical Capital of Latin America - but it's nothing less the surprising having TWO Restaurants in Top 10 of the World's 50 Best! Central has been a Top Restaurant for years and might be one of the reasons that Peruvian Food have had a rise as one of the Top Food Trends in the later years. With a strong focus on Ecosystems and Elevation in the diversity of the country's fauna and produces they make extraordinary food! Chefs Virgilio Martínez and Pía León (husband and wife!) pushing boundaries with ingredients never used before in dishes like Waters of Nanay featuring piranha fish served in an entire, sharp-tooth-filled piranha head! The menu explores every altitude of Peru from 20 metres below sea level to 4,100 metres above it, in 17+ courses. Find Cheap Accommodation in Lima Maido has a brilliant concept in their Nikkei Experience menu which is a tasty journey through Peruvian-Japanese fusion cuisine, with an emphasis on seafood. In 2017 the Restaurant beat Central and it's coherent reign as no 1 for four years being voted The Best Latin America Restaurant! It's good with competition but unfortunately for Maido they had to see Central beat them back in the World's 50 Best! Beside an interesting Food Scene with a Melting Pot between African, European, Chinese and Japanese Cuisines there's UNESCO Architecture, huge amounts of History and Inca Trails - like Macchu Picchu and Sacred Valley - to be explored! PARIS in France | #8 ARPÈGE | Chef: Alain Passard The Romantic City of Paris is on every Traveling Couple's Bucketlist (we guess?)! Some real iconic Restaurants and Chefs on the scene of course but the one everyone is talking about now is Apèrge and Alain Passard. With a highly driven French Cuisine Chef Passard also manage to change his menu to become contemporary with some fantastic Signature Dishes up his sleeve. Back in 2001 Chef Alain Passard announced that his Restaurant were going Vegetarian and even if meat have made a restrained return vegetables is still what make this French Restaurant stand out! Find Cheap Accommodation in Paris There's a massive amount of tourist attractions you can visit while in Paris but don't forget to just chill; buying a Croissant and Coffee, sitting on one of the many Café's watching Parisian Life pass by on the boardwalk! RELATED POST: Travel to Paris - a 3 day Travel Guide and Itinerary SAN SEBASTIAN in Spain | #9 MUGARITZ | Chef: Andoni Luis Aduriz Ohh...San Sebastian! Spoons have been in Donostia three times and long to take Sticks there on a longer weekend trip. Spoons also have eaten on Mugaritz which was a fantastic Restaurant Experience! The 20 course menu is a seasonal, techno-emotional Spanish influenced journey built with the elements and unique ingredients typical for the region. Chef Aduriz and his team execute an impeccable Dining Experience that include many surprises. And San Sebastian as a Food Scene is incredible and addictive. The Pintxos Culture and buzz in the Old Town especially in the evening is something every Foodie should experience at least once in a Lifetime! Take my word for it! Find Cheap Accommodation in San Sebastian AXPE in Spain | #10 ASADOR ETXEBARRI | Chef: Victor Arguinzoniz This Restaurant is also one that Spoons have visited twice! Axpe is located between San Sebastian and Bilbao and it's a strong recommendation to pay Chef Victor Arguinzoniz and Asador Etxebarri a visit while being in the "neighbourhood"! The absolutely unique way Chef Arguinzoniz use his grills, the smoke and heat from selected coals combined with the natural flavors of top quality ingredients and own produce makes Etxebarri one of the most precious dining memories as a Chef for Spoons. It's surreal. The simplicity in the dishes yet impeccable craftsmanship and experience in the way dishes are executed by Chef Arguinzoniz is just marvelous! To have a simple buffalo mozzarella made fresh of the morning milk followed by a month aged dito from the Restaurants own Buffalo's is mindblowing. Two slices of own produced chorizo is beyond every chorizo I've eaten. All seafood dishes are flawless! The Goose Barnacles feels like they are picked and cooked directly. A simple green pea soup served in a shot glass is so complex, fully packed with flavor and levels of taste it takes 15 minutes to finish it enjoying and loving every second. A 12 year old milk cow in the Signature Beef Chop is mouthwatering and the best meat I ever eaten! And so on. The list above with "WOW-moments" could go on forever! Nothing I have eaten at Etxebarri has flaws. The Oysters, the Palamós Prawns, Goose Barnacle's and all fish and seafood is utterly delicious and superfresh! And we're far away from the sea in the middle of a mountain pass in a village with a population of...what?...a hundred persons? Maybe. How is this even possible?! The Seafood's explicit quality is later explained in the Kitchen Tour by the circulated basins filled with delicious ingredients and fresh sea water just outside the Kitchen! I could write so much more; but instead - just go there and experience the woodfired Asador Etxebarri runned by the genius of Victor Arguinzoniz! Find Cheap Accommodation in Axpe So that's it! There's 6 Destinations to Gastronomically Discover and Explore during 2018; Italy, Spain, France, USA, Thailand and Peru! Hopefully you have got some inspiration and Foodtips for your Foodie Bucketlist spiced up with some sights to watch on the way! RELATED POST: The World's Best Food Destinations in 2019 (According to the Foodie Bucketlist from National Geographic) It would be fantastic if you wanted to follow Sticks & Spoons Blog and visit our site! Want to know more about Sticks & Spoons? Visit our Food and Travel Guides Profile! And here's the complete list of 2018's World's 50 Best Restaurants! Authors and Food Travel Writers Jane and Fredrik Goldhahn are Food Travel Bloggers on Sticks & Spoons Food Travel. Two devoted Foodies and a Travel Couple from Sweden, who travel for food, recently joined by their daughter in their mission to Travel every new Destination to Explore Food. Visit Sticks & Spoons and follow them on their Instagram. Foodie Guide Top Food Travel Destinations from Food Travel Bloggers Sticks & Spoons. These are the Food Destinations you should go to discover new Foodie Spots as well as a fantastic Food Culture. 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As an Amazon Associate we also earn from qualifying purchases. Clicking an Affiliate Link and purshasing something we recommend, won't cost you anything extra - it probably will save you some bucks. It will though give us a small comission which will help this site remaining a free resource for travellers to explore our world together.

I could see the waiter hustling around with his hands full of plates as my stomach growled and craved the sizzling mandioca frita (fried cassava), that was being ordered left and right. The smell of meat being grilled mixed perfectly with the fresh lemon taste of my caipirinha and together they seamed to be dancing to the tastiest melody possible. Guest Blogger: Camila Wanderley, The Chubby Nomad Disclosure: Our site contains Affiliate Links. As an Amazon Associate we also earn from qualifying purchases. Clicking an Affiliate Link and purshasing something we recommend, won't cost you anything extra - it probably will save you some bucks. It will though give us a small comission which will help this site remaining a free resource for travellers to explore our world together. Photo Credit: Marcelo Vasconcelos “I got us another round of drinks and some farofa com linguiça for the table if you guys don’t mind,” said my cousin Helio, as he ordered the fried cassava flour with sausages. In Belo Horizonte, the city where I’m from, this is a typical night, anytime of the week. BH (for short) has the highest concentration of bars per capita out of any city on the planet, and that is clearly embedded on the culture of those who live there. ​ Every mineiro, a person from the Brazilian state of Minas Gerais (where BH is), knows that there is nothing better than leaving work and meeting up with your friends for a nice cold beer and some comida de buteco, the food that is served at these bars. ​ Belo Horizonte is the culinary mecca of Brazil, and that is reflected on the dishes that are served in these bars — mineiros know how to appreciate high price and gourmet food, but we all know that there is nothing better than the fried cassava cubes you eat with a toothpick on the side of the street. “I won’t eat much of it, I just came back from the gym,” I said, knowing that as soon as the plate was placed on our table, this statement would seize to exist. The cumulus of self control is represented by the person who, in a situation like this, can manage to only eat one single piece of sausage or one little cube of cassava. ​ For the rest of us, mere mortals, one cube turns into one plate and one plate be- comes another portion, and once you realise your stomach is full and your mind is at peace. ​ Sitting at Medeiros, one of my favourite bars and the server of what is in my opinion the best farofa (fried cassava flour) of Belo Horizonte, I began to think of how these establishments affect so much the culture of a mineiro. ​ In total, the city has about 14,000 bars spread all over the neighbourhoods, where cachaça, a spirit made from sugarcane, takes over the menu followed also by wine, classic or artisanal beer, and our beloved food (much like the tapas in Spain). Butecos are casual and informal bars that host people from all classes and ages, and an important social mark and symbol of the city. ​ In Brazil, there’s the saying “BH não tem mar, mas tem bar,” meaning “BH doesn’t have an ocean, but has bars,” which in the country’s list of priorities for living a good life, is just as important. No one knows how to chill a beer better than a mineiro, and every other person in Brazil acknowledges our essential contribution to the culinary heritage of the country. ​ For the first 60 of the 18th century, gold exploration dominated the economy of Brazil, and people from many different regions migrated to the state of Minas Gerais, where most of the gold mines were located. This mixture of different cultures created the culinary profile of the region, with contributions from the Portuguese colonisers, the slaves from Africa, and the colonised indigenous people who lived in the region. Photo Credit: Rafael Cardoso Most of our most distinct dishes have an elaborate story behind them, reflecting the multiculturalism that shaped the people who live there today. ​ Feijoada, for example, is a good illustration of this mixture — it was elected national dish of the Brazil and it consists of black beans and pieces of pork such as the ear or the feet, seasoned with onions and spices from the region. The story behind it brings us back to colonial times, where slaves from Angola and Mozambique were given very little to eat, only beans and the leftovers of the pork other people used to eat. The slaves then would boil the beans and add the pork scrapes to the mixture, creating what is today such a delicious meal, also a symbol of butecos. ​ Minas Gerais is the land of Brazilian comfort food, the type of food that is accessible to all classes and that brings people together at places such as bars. “In Minas, you go out to a restaurant in order to escape your country, and then you go downstairs to the nearest bar to feel home again.” says Lucas, a frequent costumer of Jangal, one of the most popular bars in the city that plays live music and is known for their mini-burgers with beer dressing. He then adds: ​ “You don’t find this type of food at restaurants, where you seat at your reserved table and order from a menu and everything — these foods are from the outside: Japanese, Italian, French, which are good as well. I feel like if they tried to bring Minas cuisine into these types of establishments, it wouldn't last a day — people here know that the food is part of the chaotic experience of the butecos, where you pay very little for poorly presented dishes that taste amazing. It just wouldn't be the same". Ohot Credit: Tiago Moraes Every night spent at a buteco is one to remember — they provide me with the taste from home I long for whenever I’m away. Us mineiros are known in Brazil for living a good and relaxed life, our stomachs full and our relationships with one another true and content — and all that is perfectly under- standable once you enter the reality of comfort food on a Wednesday night with your best friends and the freshness of a drink made with one of the strongest spirits I know. ​ There’s a huge wave of cariocas, people from Rio de Janeiro, moving to Belo Horizonte in the past couple of years, and who could blame them? People are starting to realise that maybe bars are indeed better than the ocean. ​ Find Cheap Accommodation in Belo Horizonte Guest Blogger Camila Wanderley from The Chubby Nomad; a site that create personalized travel itineraries and offer vacation package deals for every budget, taking clients to the best food tourism around the world. Visit The Chubby Nomad and follow on Instagram # Disclosure: Our site contains Affiliate Links. As an Amazon Associate we also earn from qualifying purchases. Clicking an Affiliate Link and purshasing something we recommend, won't cost you anything extra - it probably will save you some bucks. It will though give us a small comission which will help this site remaining a free resource for travellers to explore our world together.

I'm on the search for the best tacos in Santa Barbara, and I started my quest at two of Santa Barbara's favorite taquerias: Lilly's Taqueria on Chapala Street and La Super-Rica Taqueria on Milpas Street. Both popular taquerias (you'll often find a line out the door at both) serve their tacos on soft corn tortillas, but I think that's where the similarities end. But who has the better taco in Santa Barbara? Guest Blogger: Hayley Georisch, Escape from the Bay Disclosure: Our site contains Affiliate Links. Clicking an Affiliate Link and purchasing something we recommend, won't cost you anything extra - it probably will save you some bucks. It will though give us a small commission which will help this site remain a free resource for travelers to explore our world together. Taqueria Tacos LILLY'S TAQUERIA vs LA SUPER-RICA TAQUERIA LILLY'S TAQUERIA Unlike many taquerias, Lilly's Taqueria only sells tacos. Lillys tacos feature meat options that may seem exotic to some eaters: cabeza (head), cachete (cheek), lengua (tongue), labio (lips), and ojos (eyes, but really it's the muscles around the eye). They also have more familiar options such as chicken, beef, and veggies. I ordered the cachete (cheek) because beef cheeks are a delicious cut of meat that goes relatively unloved by the public; Al ordered the steamed beef because he's not as adventurous as I am. Let's start with the tortillas. They were a little on the stale side. When you're working with a purely meat and tortilla concoction, your tortilla needs to be good. I was disappointed. They were sturdy enough to hold up the filling with salsa and did not disintegrate. The flavor of the tortilla wasn't bad, but it wasn't anything to write home about. The filling, on the other hand, melted in my mouth. If you've never had the opportunity to eat beef cheeks, please go out and do so. It's not scary meat! Because the cheek muscles get a daily workout chewing cud, they contain a lot of connective tissue. When this connective tissue is braised or stewed for long periods of time, it breaks down into a rich, flavorful fall apart cut of meat. Topped with spicy salsa verde to cut through the richness, this filling was excellent. ​ Al liked his steamed beef taco just fine. I tasted the filling, and I chose it well with the cachete filling. ​ Service was quick here and when we arrived there was no line. But just as a warning, it can be difficult to find parking here, and you may need to circle the block several times. ​ Cost:  Under-five dollars for two tacos. LA SUPER-RICA TAQUERIA La Super-Rica Taqueria on Milpas has a reputation. It's known as Julia Child's favorite taco joint. Perhaps less inspiring is a referral to it in a Katy Perry (former Santa Barbara resident) song. People comment on the white and turquoise concrete exterior referring to it as "unassuming" and belying the deliciousness within. These people have obviously never had an amazing taco from the laundromat taqueria. This is Santa Barbara, but I digress.  Like Lilly's, they keep the menu simple here focusing on tacos and quesadillas. Their tortillas are made by hand, and you can watch the women form the masa mixture and slap them on the plancha. The service is friendly and when we went early on a Saturday, it wasn't particularly busy. Expect a bit of a wait for your food since they are making things fresh here. So, the tortillas. The freshly made tortillas here were vastly superior to the stale ones at Lilly's Taqueria. They were soft and a little chewy with a good corn flavor. Personally, I found them a little thick with two tortillas per taco, especially with the filling I got. I think they would have been perfect with only one tortilla or with a saucier filling.  For the filling, I ordered the taco de chuleta (grilled pork steak). The filling portion is too ample for the size of the tortillas; I ended up eating about a third of my filling with a fork. While the pork was cooked well, the flavor was immemorable and needed the addition of salsa verde for any flavor. Al ordered the chorizo taco and loved it. I tried a piece of the chorizo, but I didn't think it was special.  ​ One standout at La Super-Rica is the horchata. If you're not familiar with horchata, it's an agua fresca that is often made with rice (it does depend on which country you buy horchata in), vanilla, and cinnamon. It's a creamy concoction that tastes like a mix of almonds and chai. It was deliciously refreshing and the best part of the meal.  ​ Cost: under $10 for two tacos, an horchata, and a bottled coke. Take a Road Trip (Affiliate Link from CJ) The Verdict I would choose Lilly's Taqueria over La Super-Rica Taqueria. While La Super-Rica Taqueria had superior tortillas, this did not make up for the bland filling. The flavor of the filling and quality of salsa verde at Lilly's Taqueria edged it into the winning position. The ideal would be a combination of Lilly's filling and the tortillas at La Super-Rica Taqueria! Guest Blogger Hayley Georisch from the USA runs the blog Escape from the Bay. Besides the Foodie Adventures back home in the States, you'll also find Travel Stories and Travel Inspiration from Europe and Asia in her Food and Travel blog. Visit Escape from the Bay and follow on Pinterest. Find Cheap Flight Tickets Online For a quick and easy meta-search for the cheapest flight ticket available, Skyscanner is outstanding. Find Airfare to the right price, right away, by scanning thousands of flights in one single search! 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Naples is famous in the world for many things, its colorful folklore, an almost unparalleled culinary tradition, the countless museums and the charming archaeological ruins. However, many people probably don't know that Naples has also many beautiful squares to visit for a walk, a pizza or a coffee, or a bit of shopping. Here is a top 5 of the most beautiful and interesting Neapolitan squares. Guest Blogger: Paola Cirino, 40 and it Shows Disclosure: Our site contains Affiliate Links. As an Amazon Associate we also earn from qualifying purchases. Clicking an Affiliate Link and purshasing something we recommend, won't cost you anything extra - it probably will save you some bucks. It will though give us a small comission which will help this site remaining a free resource for travellers to explore our world together. #1 Piazza dei Martiri Located just a stone's throw from the awesome seafront of Naples, this square is famous for its marble obelisk and for its very elegant eighteenth century buildings. Nowadays it's also well known thanks to some fabulous fashion boutiques, such as Armani, Gucci, Yves Saint Laurent and so on. ​ It's considered the parlor of the city also because it's right next to the Chiaia district, one of the most chic in Naples. Don't be afraid, however, you won't feel underdressed. Given its strategic position, Piazza dei Martiri is as popular with VIPs as it is with normal people, families and tourists. #2 Piazza Vanvitelli On the elegant Vomero hill, right at the beginning of one of the major Neapolitan shopping streets, there is a square which is full of life at all hours of the day and night. Here, some the best ice-cream shops in Naples challenge each other, and there are so many bars you'll simply be spoiled for choice! Also, all kinds of pubs, restaurants and pizza places are nearby. Piazza Vanvitelli is definitely the heart of the local nightlife, from friday to sunday, but it's actually always very crowded. It really is the square that never sleeps. #3 Piazza Bellini Here is another place you've to know if you really want to enjoy the city's nightlife. This square, one of the “doors” leading to the historic center of Naples, is particularly loved by students. It's also one of the most lively and active cultural centers of the city. It's in fact very close to the ancient bookshops of Port'Alba, where you can buy new and used books of any kind and at any price, and is surrounded by some lovely literary cafés where musical and cultural events take place pretty often. Piazza Bellini is not very large and yet it houses an open-air archaeological site. Near the bronze statue of the famous composer, from which the square takes its name, there are some interesting remains of the ancient city walls, dating back to the IV century BC, when Naples was a Greek colony. #4 Piazza Municipio ​Completely restored in recent times, this marvelous square is located between the sea and Palazzo San Giacomo, home of the Municipality of  Naples. In the middle there is a huge fountain that gets illuminated in a very suggestive way after the sunset. This square too is located in a strategic position, due to its proximity to the port, and is therefore very popular with both Neapolitans and tourists. The beautiful and imposing Maschio Angioino, one of the five castles of Naples, closes the square on one side, giving it an amazing scenic backdrop. #5 Piazza del Plebiscito Here is the most famous square in Naples. The church of San Francesco di Paola closes it on one side, with its huge porch of white marble columns, and it's probably one of the most iconic images of the city. The Royal Palace, with its facade adorned with the statues of the ten kings of Naples, is located right in front of it. ​ This square is in a very central position to visit many other Neapolitan beauties: the San Carlo theatre, the ancient Caffè Gambrinus, the seafront and the Umberto I Gallery. Before you go and see all these wonderful attractions, thought, take a few minutes to enjoy playing a traditional game. Starting from the Royal Palace walk in a straight line until you reach the church, passing between the two equestrian statues. And here is the catch, you have to do it blindfolded, you'll see that it's not as easy as it may seem! 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For us, one of the highlights of travel is sampling the local foods. Food reveals a lot about a country; the spices and ingredients tell you about the climate, agriculture, and the culinary rituals provide a glimpse into a country’s soul. Having spent a cumulative four months in Argentina we have eagerly devoted ourselves to getting familiar with the cuisine and customs. The tradition surrounding food in Argentina is special and unique. The culture thrives on social interaction and connecting with others over food and drink. The customs affiliated with asado, maté, and coffee are as significant socially as they are gastronomically. Guest Blogger:Sylvie Golec and Scott Biales, Ditch The Map Disclosure: Our site contains Affiliate Links. As an Amazon Associate we also earn from qualifying purchases. Clicking an Affiliate Link and purshasing something we recommend, won't cost you anything extra - it probably will save you some bucks. It will though give us a small comission which will help this site remaining a free resource for travellers to explore our world together. With substantial European heritage, Argentine food is influenced by Spanish, Italian, and German cuisine. You can find pizza or pasta on almost every menu. In Buenos Aires, the bustling capital city, you will certainly find culinary diversity but when it comes to food it seems that Argentinian’s have a strong preference for their familiar favorites. Many of which are very rich or “muy rico,” as the locals say, leaving me ready for an afternoon siesta. Truthfully, we found it challenging to make healthy choices when eating out. If beef is number one in Argentina, white bread ranks second, and the ubiquitous ham-and-cheese a close third. Let’s just say I’ve had enough ham-cheese-mayo-white bread sandwiches for a life time. Despite the rich foods, Argentine’s typically don’t over-indulge. They linger over meals and generally subscribe to a slower pace of life. A meal is a commitment where one shows up fully present ready to eat, socialize, and enjoy. The leisurely daily meals consist of a small breakfast, moderate sized lunch, merienda (a pre-dinner coffee + snack), and a late dinner; think 9pm or later. We were invited to one asado (BBQ) where dinner was served until 12am. ​ I admire the food culture in Argentina but find myself at odds with the eating habits. The small sugary breakfast, while tasty, sets me up for an early afternoon crash and going to bed with a full stomach, after a late dinner, certainly doesn’t benefit digestion. That said, I’ve come to love some foods, scorn others, and have remained loyal to my beloved dessert through it all. Fortunately for me, Argentine’s love sweets as much as I do. Seldom will you find a block without a panadería (pan=bread), or bakery. (I called these bakeries panda-rias for longer than I’d like to admit….which I assume is a store where one buys pandas.) The Foods We Found in Argentina Medialuna Medialuna translates to “half moon” these crescent pastries can be served salty or sweet. Paired with orange juice and coffee, this is the breakfast of choice for many an Argentine. Sometimes filled with ham and cheese because in Argentina ham and cheese makes everything better. Bizzchotos Bizzchotos buttery, flaky, layered breakfast biscuits. Have it with coffee and call it breakfast. Sandwich de Miga Sandwich de Miga crustless white bread sandwich typically filled with, you guessed it, ham and cheese. One thin slice of ham, one thin slice of cheese, a layer of mayo- call it a sandwich. Consider yourself lucky if you spot one with on “pan integral,” wholewheat bread. Not too many textures at play here, just a soft sandwich that’ll lodge itself to the roof of your mouth upon first bite. Dulce de Leche Dulce de Leche the milkier cousin of caramel. It’s a sweet spread found in desserts and pastries. You can dunk all sorts of stuff in this confection- crackers, apples, bread- trust me, I’ve tried it all. A swipe of dulce de leche truly makes everything better. Chipa Chipa absurdly delicious cheesy dough balls. An ideal on-the-go snack. The perfect stretchy consistency when you take a bite. Unexpectedly gluten free and made with cassava flour. Highly tasty. Highly addictive. It’s not possible to just have one! Alfajores Alfajores buttery shortbread cookies sandwiched together. Traditionally dulce de leche is the “glue.” Freshly made at bakeries or mass produced, dipped in chocolate and sold at kioscos- they’re a highly popular and ever-present sweet treat. You can find them with other fillings like fruit or chocolate. Stick with the simple ones, they really let the dulce de leche shine. Dulce de Membrillo Dulce de Membrillo in Argentina the double l is pronounced “sh,” so, mem-bri-sho. Dulce de Membrillo is made from quince and the similar tasting dulce de batata is made from sweet potato. Both are a firm jelly like paste. Exceptional when paired with cheese. Pasta Frolla Pasta Frolla a tasty tart or pie filled with dulce de membrillo, quince jam. Crispy crust + sweet filling = yum. Tostado Tostado a few simple slices of white toast is a common breakfast choice. Served with butter and jam or sandwich style filled with ham and cheese. Coffee Culture Coffee Culture is strong in Argentina and there’s certainly no shortage of cafés. Stop by any time of day for a cafe con leche (half coffee, half milk) or cortado (expresso cut with a little milk). You’ll always find a good deal on “promo.” Café Café a shot of espresso in a teeny tiny little cup paired with a teeny tiny cup of water ‘con gas’ or juice. If you order a coffee without specifying any details, this is what you’ll receive. Mate Mate it’s more than a drink, it’s a social ritual. Dried yerba mate leaves are steeped in a gourd shaped cup (sometimes made from a real gourd) and filtered through a straw called a bombilla. On it’s own, Mate is bitter, some prefer it with sugar. Preparation requires skill- you need to consider the water temperature, the angle of the mate in the cup, the angle of the straw, and the way the water is poured. Mate is shared with friends, family and acquaintances. The full cup is drank in its entirety by one person and then refilled before passing to the next person and everyone else in the group. There are some rules associated with the mate sharing ritual. An important one: don’t touch the bombilla! That’s a real rookie mistake. Mate is so ubiquitous that you’ll see people on their street with their mate cup in one hand and thermos of hot water tucked under their arm. To learn more click here. Facturas Facturas step into any panaderia and you will find dozens of inviting facturas, or pastries. Usually very sweet, sometimes filled with dulche de leche. For Mirenda enjoy a coffee with these treats. Milanese Milanesa similar to schnitzel. Chicken, steak or veal cut thin, breaded and pan fried. Served with a squeeze of lemon on a plate with fries or inside a sandwich. Morcilla Morcilla blood sausage. An asado staple. Asado Asado more than a barbecue, it’s an art form. The asador, the person manning the grill, tends to the meat and restocks the smoldering embers with meticulous devotion. The meat sets the pace for the evening as meat it’s served in courses as it’s ready. The meat is cooked low and slow for hours. The best cuts of meat are saved for last. While the meat is that star of the show, the social element is just as important. Everyone chats and snacks on picadas and wine while awaiting each course. To learn more about asado, click here. Choripan Choripan not be confused with a lowly pancho (hotdog). This is a hulking grilled chorizo sausage, dripping with juices, and served on crusty baguette with all sorts of toppings. To find it, follow your nose to the source of the tantalizing smells on street corners, parks, and festivals. Empanadas Empanadas the omnipresent grab and go snack. Served baked of friend with a variety of fillings, including ham and cheese. It’s a cheap and quick meal replacement option. Always on a desperate search for vegetables the ‘verdura’ empanada quickly became our favorite filled with spinach or Swiss chard. Chimichurri Chimichurri a garlicy sauce with olive oil and parsley. It’s used as a condiment for grilled meats. Don’t expect it to be hot or spicy. Argentine’s are adverse to food with a kick. Lomo Lomo beef fillet or tenderloin. Pizza Pizza expressing how I really feel about the Argentinian pizza is bound to offend a few Argentines, but I find the pizza woefully unappetizing in appearance and honestly, looking at it makes me sad. A precooked thick, bulky crust is coated in a blanket of flavorless cheese, suffocating any traces of sauce. There seems to always be a strange spattering of olives tossed on as an after thought. I suppose I am biased because my preference is Neapolitan style pizza. Proveleta Proveleta Crispy and golden brown on the outside, gooey and stretchy on the inside. Proveleta is cheese that’s topped with herbs and spices and baked or grilled until irresistibly bubbly. Just writing about it makes my mouth water. It’s also a reliable vegetarian option at an asado. Fainá Fainá a flatbread made with chickpea flour. Another trusty vegetarian option. Fainá can be served atop a slice of pizza or eaten on it’s own. It has a moist consistency and pleasant, subtle flavor. Papas Fritas Papas Fritas french fries are a popular side dish and commonly accompany meat. Here they’re dipped in mayo much more often than ketchup. Tarta Tarta similar to a quiche, this is a savory a lunch pie. It’s usually made with eggs and cheese and filled with different types of vegetables or ham. Malbec Malbec Argentina produces more of this variety of wine than anywhere else in the world. The Malbec grapes are predominantly grown in the foothills of the Andes Mountains in the Mendoza province. Though Malbec translates to “bad beak” or “bad nose,” it’s anything but bad. Argentina has given the world a real gift with its Malbec. Find Cheap Accommodation in Buenos Aires Guest Blogger Ditch The Map is runned by Sylvie Golec and Scott Biales from USA. They are devoted Foodies and Travellers that loves to Explore World Cuisines and Food wherever they go. Follow them on Ditch The Map and on Instagram Argentine Food Guide Find out what to eat in Argentine in this Guide to Argentine Food, the Argentine Cuisine and Argentine Customs with beautiful Food Photography of Argentine Foods. #argentina #argentine #argentinecuisine #argentinecustoms #argentinefoods #argentinefood #foodinargentine #argentinefoodguide #foodguidetoargentine #argentinecuisineguide Disclosure: Our site contains Affiliate Links. As an Amazon Associate we also earn from qualifying purchases. Clicking an Affiliate Link and purshasing something we recommend, won't cost you anything extra - it probably will save you some bucks. It will though give us a small comission which will help this site remaining a free resource for travellers to explore our world together.

This way of traveling is becoming really trendy. You can see the social media such as Instagram that more and more people are trying. Some of them are working hard to make a house of a simple van/car while some others are only renting them. This is my experience Traveling Tasmania in a Van! Guest Blogger: Léa Madoni, Travel Tips by Lea Disclosure: Our site contains Affiliate Links. Clicking an Affiliate Link and purchasing something we recommend, won't cost you anything extra. It will though give us a small commission which will help this site remain a free resource for travelers to explore our world together. Our Van! A few years ago, a friend of mine and myself have been lucky enough to travel around Tasmania, Australia in a campervan. We called it Jack. During 10 days, Jack became our car but also our house. It gave both of us this amazing feeling of freedom. We planned an itinerary beforehand to be sure to drive into the right places and not miss anything. Tasmania offers a lot of free camping spots which allowed us to stay in amazing places (our first night close to a beach). As we didn’t have to book any accommodation or camping spaces, we could manage the time we wanted to spend in each location. One of the free camping spots was close to this lake For us, the hardest part was the showers, especially after a day at the beach or hiking. Living in a van means freedom but also no shower. We tried to stay clean and showered in a few ways : Using the melted ice of the cool box: the one was really cold but allowed us to wash it with fresh water, Using the showers on the road when possible: some camping spots were equipped with a hot or cold shower (most of the time you had to pay to get hot water), When we didn’t have any of these above, we were trying to find a spot with running water. Usually, when a camping spot has a toilet it has water to wash your hand. This was good to help us wash, We also used some baby wipes but we felt like we were even dirtier than before using them. The other problem we had was “safety”. Sometimes we were sleeping in the middle of a forest and we were the only ones there. As the only thing you can do to feel safe is to lock the car, it is better to be sure to be in a safe place first. Especially, when you are traveling solo or between women. NB: Nothing happened to us, we didn’t feel safe only once but because of the wildlife around (in Australia, you learn quickly that everything can kill you..). Where's the Van? If you’ve never tried this way of traveling but would love to try it. Here are my tips: No need to buy a special car/van and work on it if you aren’t sure that’s something you are going to like or do more than once. You can rent one with everything you might need during your trip (boxes, bed, kitchen, clod box…). We rent our one with Tassie Motor Shacks. Try to plan a trip with someone you can travel with that might like this way of traveling. If not you could have a really bad time… :/ Make sure you have a map of the area you will be driving into. It could be really helpful if you get lost and there isn’t any service. Just saying. ;) Plan your itinerary beforehand. You don’t have to follow it to the letter. But, it’s always nice to know where you are heading especially if it is your first trip. Or on the contrary, if you are really adventurous, you could follow your instinct and see where it leads you. Bay of Fires, Tasmania Anyway, whatever the way you travel: backpacking, in a car, in a bus, in a luxury hotel, solo, in a group… follow your heart and travel in the way that fits you the most. I think that is the best tip I could ever give you. We do not need the same thing so if you want to enjoy your trip in a campervan (or any other kind of travel) you should do it in the way you think is the best for you and ENJOY !! 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When you visit Colombia, you’ll definitely be spending at least a little time in Cartagena, on the stunning Caribbean coast. With its amazingly blue clear waters, the charm of the walled city and the glitzy old city, there is something for everyone to do. However, as with any beautiful port-city, Cartagena can get quite expensive. To help you plan your visit, we’ve put together a list of seven of our favourite cheap (or free) activities in and around the city. Guest Blogger: Kylee and Mark Hayes, These Foreign Roads Disclosure: Our site contains Affiliate Links. As an Amazon Associate we also earn from qualifying purchases. Clicking an Affiliate Link and purshasing something we recommend, won't cost you anything extra - it probably will save you some bucks. It will though give us a small comission which will help this site remaining a free resource for travellers to explore our world together. #1 Take a Free Walking Tour It is the easiest way to get your bearings around the main part of the city for free and learn a little about the history. Tours often take place in both the morning and afternoon. There are several companies offering tours in Cartagena, check online for the one that suits you best and try to book ahead online. Although these are technically “free” tours, the guides earn their living by tips. As a result, they work extra hard to be well informed and educational. Passing them a few dollars helps them out and keeps the tours going. #2 Head to the Local Beach Playa Castillo Grande is a quiet beach south of the high rises of downtown, far from the tourist masses of the old city. It’s often nearly deserted, aside from a few locals enjoying the quiet beach. If you want, you can spend a few dollars to rent a sun tent - which we recommend - where you can enjoy some shade and some proper chairs to relax in. The water is warm, shallow and clear, and there are hawkers around selling tasty snacks and cold beer for fantastic prices. However, as it isn’t a main tourist spot, the hawkers are relatively tame and will leave you alone if you politely decline. There are several supermarkets nearby to stock up on snacks and beer prior to arrival so you can save a little more. It’s a perfect way to spend a day on the Caribbean without the crowds! #3 Explore out the Markets La Bovedas on calle Zerrezuela, is one of the most popular markets in Cartagena.  Found in the old town right by the waterfront, it sells locally-made handicrafts and antiques. Mercado de Bazurto is much more of a true local market. You will feel the real Colombia here. It’s certainly not a tourist market, which makes a great experience for the more adventurous travellers. Plaza San Diego is a popular night market featuring artisans, street performers, food stalls and an electric vibe. It’s a fantastic way to spend an evening out. #4 Watch the Sunset Check out the sunset at Plaza Fuerte el Pastelillo. On the waterfront just across the bridge from Getsemani is an old waterfront fort with mind-blowing sunset views, far from the crowds in more popular spots. It also boasts one of the top restaurants in Cartagena if you feel like splurging a little. #5 Gold Museum Visitng the Zenu Gold Museum (Museo del Oro) is free and pretty cool to check out. It houses mainly coins and golden artefacts dating back centuries. It’s a very informative spot with a lot of unique items. If you’ve ever wanted to see a golden penis cover, this is the place! Perfect for a rainy day. #6 See Wildlife in the City Centre Head to the Centenario park and spot the local residents. Sloths, wild monkeys, large iguanas call this park home. Grab a coffee and look closely into the trees. You are bound to find some interesting wildlife right in the heart of the city. #7 Check out the Incredible Street Art An amazing way to spend your afternoons is finding all the amazing street art around the city. There are plenty of art pieces in the walled city. Artists from all across the country and Latin America come here to paint intricate murals on the crumbling stone walls. Grab an ice cream and check them out, there are so many photo opportunities in this amazing city! ​ For more Cartagena Stories and more Food Travel visit These Foreign Roads! Here you can check out our extensive Colombia guide! Find Cheap Accommodation in Cartagena Guest Bloggers Kylee and Mark Hayes from USA blog about Food Travel at These Foreign Roads. They are both fully trained chefs and plan to explore and eat everything the world has to offer and share that with the world! Follow them on These Foreign Roads and on Instagram. # Disclosure: Our site contains Affiliate Links. As an Amazon Associate we also earn from qualifying purchases. Clicking an Affiliate Link and purshasing something we recommend, won't cost you anything extra - it probably will save you some bucks. It will though give us a small comission which will help this site remaining a free resource for travellers to explore our world together.

Valle Sagrade – or the Sacred Valley - lies about 15 km north of Cusco – the number one visited city in Peru. Thousands of tourist come to Cusco every day, attracted by the famous world wonder Machu Picchu and many decides to spend few days by exploring all the other Incas sites, Sacred valley has to offer. Guest Blogger: Tereza Letalova, Czick on the Road Disclosure: Our site contains Affiliate Links. As an Amazon Associate we also earn from qualifying purchases. Clicking an Affiliate Link and purshasing something we recommend, won't cost you anything extra - it probably will save you some bucks. It will though give us a small comission which will help this site remaining a free resource for travellers to explore our world together. The pink granite temple in Pisac A multitude of agencies offer fast exploring tours to Sacred Valley, trying to jam as much as possible into one day and rushing you through each place towards the another one. If you don’t have much time to spare, go for it, it is a great way how to see the most important sights in one day. However, if time is not an issue for you, follow our advices and rather go exploring the Sacred Valley on your own, absorbing the atmosphere and enjoying the wonderful nature of local people. How to get to the Sacred Valley Colectivos, the small minibuses offering public transport, run to the cities of Sacred Valley several times a day. You will find most of them in the street and it takes approximately one hour to get there. Simply come to this street and you will from far distance here people screaming destination where they are going. Your Sacred Valley Travel Itinerary My advice would be to start in a picturesque town Pisac, spend one afternoon by exploring the city and its market full of handcrafted items, then enjoy a nice dinner in one of the splendid local restaurants. Pisac also offers myriads of nice hotels and B&Bs to spend night at. Find Cheap Accommodation in Pisac Next day buy the two day ticket for Sacred Valley ruins and first visit the ancient Inkas city in Pisac, then head towards Ollantaytambo in the afternoon to see the huge fortress there (Note, its only opened till 5 p.m.). The next day, ask about morning collectivos to Urubamba and from Urubamba take taxi to Moray, the visit there shouldn’t take more than one hour, then continue to Chinchero, where you can easily spend the whole day. From Chinchero, you have two options – catch a colectivo back to Cusco or return to Ollantaytambo to explore more Inkas ruins which are free of admission. #1 Pisac ruins with a pink Sun temple Pisac is a place of all the spiritually enlightened expats and also a huge Inca’s ruins. The city has really a lot to offer and the ruins are just a cherry on the top. Though it is stated that 2h are more than enough to walk from top to the bottom of the site, we needed more than 3 hours and still haven’t seen it all. The upper part with urban area and Inca’s cemetery burst with tourists, which usually, and luckily, don’t make it further then to the first view point. But after this viewpoint the real treasure is hiding – after another hill and a narrow tunnel is a sun temple made of pink granite, a spectacular architecture jewel we could enjoy almost only for ourselves. Further on the way from the temple to the city of Pisac are another few ruins and views worth the trouble and steep descent. We got more historical information about Pisac from this article! ​ Admission: 130 sole for a 10-days ticket, including 9 other sites and 4 museums in Cusco or 70 sole for 2-days ticket including 3 more archaeological sites in Sacred Valley. The fortress in Ollantaytabo #2 Ollantaytambo, the place of the great battle Ollantaytambo is a small village located on the way to Machu Picchu – which kind of makes it mostly a transfer station. Here is also one of the train stations to Machu Picchu, so this city is very touristic. The ruins in Ollantaytambo are quite popular, consisting of a temple and a fortress. One remarkable thing in this place are 4 huge stones, each of 50t weight, which are making a wall of the temple. ​ Find Cheap Accommodation in Ollantaytambo Ollantaytambo is a place of a great battle between the last Inca Manco and the Spanish invadors, one of the few, which Inca’s won. Though not for long, Spaniards returned with greater army and Manco Inca was forced to escape to his jungle stronghold in Vilcabamba. That is why the temple was left unfinished and the reason why there are so many rocks on the way to the quarry – they call them piedras cansadas - tired stones. We have followed this article for more info about Ollantaytambo ruins! ​ Admission: 130 sole for a 10-days ticket, including 9 other sites and 4 museums in Cusco or 70 sole for 2-days ticket including 3 more archaeological sites in Sacred Valley. The agriculture terraces in Moray #3 Moray, the Inca’s agriculture laboratory What to Europeans looks like amphitheatre is actually a laboratory for plants. Moray is quite fascinating place with circular terraces, which are now believed to be Inca’s laboratory, though the real meaning cannot be certain. Each step of the terrace has a different temperature, from top to bottom it’s up to 15°C difference and scientist suppose, that Inca’s were testing here the best temperature for growing various plants. Though on pictures this place looks big, it’s not worth to spend more than 1,5h here. We have followed this article to get more info about Moray. ​ Admission: 130 sole for a 10-days ticket, including 9 other sites and 4 museums in Cusco or 70 sole for 2-days ticket including 3 more archaeological sites in Sacred Valley. The colonial church in Chinchero #4 Chinchero, the place of pink rainbow rocks For me Chinchero is one of the most beautiful places in Sacred Valley. Beside the fact, that it’s not that touristic, it also combines colonial architecture, with Inca’s ruins and natural wonders. The Colonial church at the Plaza was built on an Inca palace, which is believed to be the birth place of Inca Tupac Tupanquai and it was a fresh change after visiting so many Inca’s ruins. For more historical information about Chinchero, we followed this article! ​ But for me, the real treat were the natural wonders at the right side and bottom end of the archaeological site. Wonderful pink rocks with mysterious carved steps and other shapes makes you wonder, what was their original meaning. At the very bottom is also a beginning of short Inca trail which leads to a wonderful waterfall. ​ Admission: 130 sole for a 10-days ticket, including 9 other sites and 4 museums in Cusco or 70 sole for 2-days ticket including 3 more archaeological sites in Sacred Valley. The peculiar pink rocks with geometrical carvings at Chinchero #5 Cachicata, the Incas Quarry near Ollantaytambo If you can spare few more days, return to Ollantaytambo and reserve your train ticket to Machu Picchu from here, taking few more days to explore the area. One of the place you can visit is Cachicata or Inca Quarry, a site close to the city at 3500 m. It is believed to be a place where Inca’s where mining stones for the great temple in the city. And also during the hike up, you can see many nicely carved huge pieces of stone, which never made it on their place – probably due to the attack of the Spanish army. ​ To get to Cachicata we needed roughly 2 hours. The place is not marked, but we knew right away we were there – a huge amount of stones, small and big, were lying everywhere. Some were piled in nice rows, some were just scattered around, which made us wonder if this is how the Inka’s left it, or some modern human was playing with the composition. Close to the quarry are also some house ruins – my theory is that those were serving as an accommodation for workers in the quarry. ​ Admission: Free Inka’s stone work at the quarry #6 Inti Punku, the breathtaking Sun Gate Continuing further from Cachicata, we came to Inti Punku – a Sun gate. It takes another 1,5 h to get there and due to the higher altitude (3900 m) this hike is quite difficult. We came here later in the afternoon, hoping for the clouds to tear apart and show us the majestic Salkantay and Veronica snow peaks behind the gate. Though the weather was much better, we didn’t get lucky enough and saw only clouds, but even the cloudy view was very spectacular. ​ From Inti Punku you can see nicely all 3 sides of the Valley. There is also a road continuing towards a peak above the gate, which was most of the day hidden in a fog and could be quite interesting to explore – next time we will start sooner and go to check that misty peak. Up at the Sun gate is quite windy, so even if it’s sunny, don’t forget to take a wind stopper, hat and gloves. Read more about our hike to Cachicata and Inti Punku here! ​ Admission: Free View at Inti Punku, remains of the sun temple #7 Saywa, the sun-pillars of Incas If hiking is what you came here for and still have one more day to spare, I highly recommend visiting the amandoned ruins of Saywa. It is an archaeological site on one of the hills above Urubamba. It is not very well know and we have discovered it by accident during one evening walk near our Airbnb place. Find Cheap Accommodation in Sacred Valley If you like abandoned places with character like we do, then Saywa is a must see place for you. To get on the top of this 3800m high mountain, we needed 2,5 hours. On the top were waiting for us 2 stone pillars, used by Incas for astronomical purposes, and beautiful view on sunset. Read more about how to get to Saywa and its meaning here! ​ Admission: Free Inca Trail to Machu Picchu No more time after seeing Machu Picchu? Choose wisely your one day visit If you are in time pressure and cannot afford more than 1-day visit in Sacred Valley, I highly recommend to visit Pisac and Chinchero. Rather than with tourist buses, try it on your own. You can take morning bus from Cusco to Pisac and then on the way back in the afternoon stop in Chinchero. You won’t regret it, because these places are definitely worth longer visit than 1 hour – and that’s what you would get with the tour agencies. What do you think, are you ready to explore these fascinating places? Guest Blogger Tereza Letalova from Czechia travel and blog together with her friend Primož on Czick on the Road. Tereza is a World traveler and adventurer, a mounain girl, curios about vegan diet and keen on getting new tattoos she's also a port and fitness enthusiast. Follow her on Czick on the Road and on Instagram. # Disclosure: Our site contains Affiliate Links. As an Amazon Associate we also earn from qualifying purchases. Clicking an Affiliate Link and purshasing something we recommend, won't cost you anything extra - it probably will save you some bucks. It will though give us a small comission which will help this site remaining a free resource for travellers to explore our world together.

olorful Mexico is fast becoming a hotspot travel destination, even the once-perceived “crime-ridden” Mexico City which National Geographic nominated as the #1 trip to take in 2019. Yet, in the international news feed, all people get are horror stories of cartel crime, robberies, and murders. No wonder people get confused trying to mesh these jarring images in their minds. So the big question remains: Is Mexico safe to travel? Guest Blogger: Casey Marriot, MEXLocal Table of Content: "Is Mexico Safe to Hike and Backpack?" 1. Is Mexico Safe to Travel? 2. Is Hiking in Mexico safe? 3. Is it safe to Backpack in Mexico? 4. Planning Your Safe Mexico Vacation Disclosure: Our site contains Affiliate Links. Clicking an Affiliate Link and purchasing something we recommend, won't cost you anything extra. It will though give us a small commission which will help this site remain a free resource for travelers to explore our world together. Is Mexico Safe to Travel? In a short answer: yes, Mexico is safe enough for the 100+ million residents who go about their daily life – just as you do. But the bigger picture is as complicated as saying, sure, New York is safe, but... you would avoid back alleys and certain neighborhoods at night. To put this into perspective, some American cities ranked higher than certain Mexican cities on Business Insider’s list of the top 50 most violent cities. The same rule works for Mexico. The bulk of cartel crime, for example, is concentrated in the transport corridors where they operate (in short, east and west coasts and a couple of central states; but you should read the full list of the safest and most dangerous states in Mexico, plus the types of crime to avoid for an accurate picture). Just avoid those states, and you’ll avoid the majority of the crime that you see on TV. Taking this question to the next level: Is Mexico safe enough for remote, outdoor activities like hiking or camping? What about backpacking, using local transport? Is Hiking in Mexico safe? This is harder to answer because any remote area in Mexico is going to pose some problems. While certain hiking areas are safer than others, it doesn’t account for being in the ‘wrong place, at the wrong time.’ Petty crimes, like theft, can happen at random – although, that this is not unlike any country in the world. Even in the more tried-and-tested hiking trails, for example in Desierto de Leones in Mexico City, there has been an increase in reported thefts in recent times. Hence, there is some advice that should be taken into consideration before you take off: Certainly, you should stick to touristic hikes, where there is a higher likelihood of other hikers and well-marked trails. Hiking in very remote areas is not advised. Wandering ‘off-track’ is not advised in any case, unless you are with a local guide or a large guided group. Hiking alone is not recommended, even less so for females. Doing overnight hikes and camping ‘out in the open is not advised, only if there are designated camping grounds. Never take valuables with you; in the unfortunate event that you do get robbed, don’t hold onto your valuables. Many thefts here end without incident if you comply. This, by all means, shouldn’t scare you off hiking. Mexico is a treasure trove of natural wonders, as long as you take the proper precaution when you go to remote areas. Is it safe to Backpack in Mexico? This is easier to answer, assuming backpackers stick to the tried and trodden routes. There are many hostel options in the larger cities, although the quantity is probably less than what would you see in Europe, for example, which is more popular with backpackers. Find Hotels in Mexico City | Find Hotels in Cancun Besides the ‘no-travel states, Mexican highways between most cities are safe for driving or public transport. Traveling by bus in Mexico is even a luxury, with low-priced tickets for quality coaches – some bus companies even take pictures of their passengers beforehand as a security measure. Even locals will typically recommend sticking with the higher luxury buses for this reason. There are also shared minivans (called ‘colectivos’), which you’ll see being used between smaller towns. In the main touristic areas, these are generally safe – although there have been sporadic reports of when drivers and robbers are in cahoots, who stage orchestrated ‘hold-ups.’ That means if you can afford it, using an official taxi can be a better option for short trips (even up to an hour, or a full day, can cost as little as USD 50–100). It’s important to use taxis from official taxi stands, though, as there are some scrupulous drivers who pose as fake taxis for the very reason of kidnapping and extortion. Never take a taxi off the street, especially at night. Hitch-hiking isn’t recommended, although you may see the odd person doing it. However, Mexicans are very friendly – they’ll happily come over to chat in a matter of minutes, so you just might find yourself a free ride in no time. As in any country, if you take the proper precautions, you’ll discover what a wonderful country Mexico is. We recommend the following articles: Is Mexico safe to travel? Travel tips for Mexico Maybe the horror stories are even a good thing – at least for the locals, who can keep Mexico’s amazing hotspots to themselves... just a little longer. Guest Blogger Casey Marriot travel writes for MEXLocal. Her travel blogging is about breaking the fear-mongering stereotypes and showing the diverse local life, amazing landscapes, and rich gastronomy that her beloved Mexico is proud of. Visit MEXLocal and follow on Instagram. 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Recently, my family and I took a day trip to Riley’s Apple Farm in Oak Glen, California to go apple picking! Needless to say, it was hardly September, and Autumn tends to hit Southern California a tad bit late; it wasn’t exactly the perfect weather for apple picking, but luckily it wasn’t too hot. If you’re planning on visiting Oak Glen, I suggest waiting until Autumn fully sets in to experience the pumpkin picking as well! The scenery will definitely be a lot more Autumnal and perfect for pictures. Guest Blogger: Pauline, Giraffe View Blog Disclosure: Our site contains Affiliate Links. As an Amazon Associate we also earn from qualifying purchases. Clicking an Affiliate Link and purshasing something we recommend, won't cost you anything extra - it probably will save you some bucks. It will though give us a small comission which will help this site remaining a free resource for travellers to explore our world together. The Riley Apple Farm in Southern California We had around a two hour drive to get to the farm and we got there around 10 am. It was somewhat empty around this time as it got more crowded later in the day. The first thing we did after arriving was... eat! Of course we had to try some apple pie (and the cinnamon roll didn’t look too bad either), and we just devoured all this food in a little bakery with the cutest decorations. Apple Picking at Riley's Apple Farm After we enjoyed these pastries, we headed over to the apple picking! We all just grabbed a bag and started gathering. The field was filled with endless trees, and the view was breathtaking. We took a million and one pictures - I usually prefer to be behind the camera, so luckily my sister agreed to let me take photos of her! Apple Picking at Riley's Apple Farm in Oak Glen, Southern California Tasty, delicious Apples as fresh as it gets! Rows of Apple Trees are surrounded by a beautiful scenic landscape and amazing nature Berry Picking at Ripley Apple Farm After apples, we went straight to grab some strawberries and raspberries. There were definitely less berries than apples, and they were a little harder to find because they were so small and surrounded by bees! Strawberries in the California Sun We paid for the apples and berries then headed to the nature trails to walk around and explore all the plants and scenery! There were also a lot of activities, like horseback riding and a petting zoo, that were perfect for kids. The nature trail was very relaxing and peaceful, and the flowers were so vibrant and beautiful. Taking a walk on the Nature Trail at Riley's Apple Farm! My sister got apple cider – of course a stable at an apple farm. It tasted super sweet, and there was even an area set up where you can make your own cider. The whole ranch was filled with activities that catered to anyone’s interests. Apple picking stole the show for us, but there were so many fun aspects of the ranch that I’m glad we got to try out! If you’re planning on taking an apple picking trip in SoCal, I definitely recommend visiting Oak Glen. Find Cheap Accommodation in Southern California Guest Blogger Pauline from USA is a fulltime student that love to write about her experiences from all around the world, hopefully inspiring her readers to see the world with a giraffe’s view. Visit Giraffe View Blog and Pauline's Instagram. # Disclosure: Our site contains Affiliate Links. As an Amazon Associate we also earn from qualifying purchases. Clicking an Affiliate Link and purshasing something we recommend, won't cost you anything extra - it probably will save you some bucks. It will though give us a small comission which will help this site remaining a free resource for travellers to explore our world together.

A night laden with mystery and decadence. Expect nothing less from this gem of the Joburg inner city. We were taken on a journey of burlesque culinary delights by the charming Roy Minnaar and his team at The Gentleman's Arthouse. Guest Blogger: Darren Meltz, More Than Food Mag Disclosure: Our site contains Affiliate Links. As an Amazon Associate we also earn from qualifying purchases. Clicking an Affiliate Link and purshasing something we recommend, won't cost you anything extra - it probably will save you some bucks. It will though give us a small comission which will help this site remaining a free resource for travellers to explore our world together. The venue (a restored Edwardian Gentlemen’s Washroom) dates back to 1911 and has been deliciously restored to create an elegant venue for those looking for fine dining with more than a touch of enchantment. The experience starts as soon as you enter. We were ushered into a candlelit, absinthian-walled  world and seated at our table. Plush padding has turned the old urinals into beautiful seating, adding yet another element of wonder. After our welcome drinks of cucumber infused gin and tonic we were presented with our first palate teaser, nuts in a bombe, lobster bisque, truffle oil emulsion and Riebeek Kasteel and Nero olives. With the ring of a bell, Roy expertly introduces our next course, an amuse bouche aptly called The Garden. Parsley escargots, wakame wrapped portabello mushroom and brie mousse, fermented garlic and herb foam, parsley and tarragon hollandaise, marinated shimeji mushrooms, caviar and nasturtiums. ​ The six course feast for the senses was punctuated by burlesque belly dancing complete with swords and fire. Next came the appetiser of beef civilité, biltong cured beef fillet tartare, smokey parsnip puree and caper berries. A seafood dish soon followed, bouillabaisse with Guillaume Sorrieu’s saffron infused seafood broth, clams, mussels, linefish and phyllo crisp. A second palate cleanser, litchi and lime volcano fruit soup with hints of rosemary, prepared us for our main course. The Feast is exactly that – lamb leg, suckling pig, venison, pumpkin bruleé, potato churros, onion tart tartin, textures of parsnip and asparagus with lamb jus. ​ The evening was rounded off with a beautiful crèpe suzette topped with Van Der Hum liqueur, vanilla anglaise and Callebaut 70.5% If you’re looking for an evening of cheeky splendour that will delight all your senses, Gentleman’s Arthouse is definitely worth a visit. The menu changes seasonally and be sure to book well in advance. ​ ~ CIVILTÉ, FRATERNITÉ, RISQUÉ ~ Find Cheap Accommodation in Johannesburg Guest Blogger Darren Meltz from More Than Food Mag is a self-confessed creative jack of all trades from South Africa with a huge interest in Food, Travel and Events. Follow More Than Food Mag online and Instagram for more! MORE GUEST BLOGS FROM DARREN MELTZ AND "MORE THAN FOOD MAG": La Rosa. Es una fiesta! Wining, Dining & Zip Lining in the Magaliesberg Mountain Range # Disclosure: Our site contains Affiliate Links. As an Amazon Associate we also earn from qualifying purchases. Clicking an Affiliate Link and purshasing something we recommend, won't cost you anything extra - it probably will save you some bucks. It will though give us a small comission which will help this site remaining a free resource for travellers to explore our world together.

As the monsoon gets over, with clearer skies, the holiday season and paradise for Neo Blogs and Vlogs kicks off  during October in India. With festivals like Dusshera and national holidays like Gandhi Jayanti falling this month, October is the perfect time to visit most of the parts of India as it’s neither too hot, nor too cold and foggy and the rains are rare. If you are looking for destinations in India to be visited in October, we presents to you the top holiday options for October in India! Guest Blogger: Tushar Sehgal, Neo Blogs and Vlogs Disclosure: Our site contains Affiliate Links. As an Amazon Associate we also earn from qualifying purchases. Clicking an Affiliate Link and purshasing something we recommend, won't cost you anything extra - it probably will save you some bucks. It will though give us a small comission which will help this site remaining a free resource for travellers to explore our world together. Spend an October night in huts amidst the white sand desserts #1 Kutch, Gujarat One of the most surreal places in India, with a white salt desert and beautiful moonlight nights, Kutch lies in the western most part of India and it shares boundary with Pakistan. With deserts, oasis, beaches, heritage palaces, delicious food, religious temples, wildlife sanctuaries, etc. all in the same district, Bhuj including Kutch is one of the few destination in India that offers almost everything. Kachch looks even more surreal on full-moon nights with light falling on the white salt desert . The beauty of the place and pleasant weather makes it one of the best places to visit in India in October. ​ Places to visit: Gr8 Runn of Kutch, Kala Dungar, Shyamji Krishna Varma Smarak. Things to do: Kutch Museum, Mandavi Beach, Narayan Sarovar. Find Cheap Accommodation in Kutch #2 Lahaul & Spiti, Himachal The fact that you can only travel to Lahaul & Spiti before the onset of winter makes them the best place to travel in October in India. Enjoy the wide and variety of flora and fauna found in Pin Valley National Park, catch the breathtaking view of the Milky Way galaxy lying under stars, and take the challenge of completing the Spiti Trek all at Lahaul & Spiti. Because nothing is as beautiful as the unscathed beauty of nature. ​ Places to visit: Chandratal and Suraj Tal, Pin Valley National Park, Ki & Kaza, Dhankar, Tabo Monasteries, and Kunzum Pass Things to do: Spiti trek, river rafting in Pin and Spiti rivers, write a post to your family/friends from the highest post office in Hikkim, try local grape wine in Ribba, explore the flora and fauna in Pin Valley National Park, camp at Chandratal, and lay hands on sea fossils in Langza. Find Cheap Accommodation in Himachal #3 Hampi, Karnataka One of the 32 UNESCO World Heritage Sites in India, Hampi was the capital of Vijayanagar Empire in 13th century with magnificient temples and architectural wonders. The city is in ruins now, but it serves as one of the most interesting places in India to hangout with good weather and ambience to spend some time away from the cities. If you’re looking for a quick getaway from Bengaluru for a weekend in October, Hampi is only an overnight train ride away. ​ Places to visit: Vithala Temple Complex, Matanga Hills, Tugabhadra River. Things to do: Archaeological Museum, Hanuman Temple, Hampi Bazaar. Find Cheap Accommodation in Hampi #4 Jodhpur, Rajasthan If you are still fiddling with the thought of visiting best tourist places in India in October, Jodhpur is the answer. Number 3 on our list of most colorful places in India, it is a city that is characterized by museums, vibrant colors, traditions, weapons, paintings, and the never ending history of the Rajputs. ​ When in Jodhpur, take the desert safari and play by the sand dunes as you ride your favorite SUVs. The finely scattered sun rays playing along the contours of sand make a pleasant sight as you contain every bit your mesmerizing trip at one of the preferred places to visit in October in India. ​ Places to visit: Mehrangarh Fort, Jaswant Thada, Umaid Bhawan Palace, and Mandore Gardens Things to do: Dine at Indique Restaurant and Pal Haveli (breathtaking sunset view is complimentary), relish Makhani Lassi at Mishrilal Hotel, make a wish at Jaswant Thada, and experience dessert safari. Find Cheap Accommodation in Jodhpur #5 Pachmarhi, Madhya Pradesh The queen of Satpura is one of the most popular hill stations and also a primary holiday destination in India in October. Sitting pretty at an altitude of 1100 meters above sea level, Pachmarhi lies beautifully entangled amid lush green nature, ancient caves, and waterfalls exuding beads of life. ​ Don’t forget to keep it on the bucket list of your favorite locations when you are shortlisting the most beautiful places to visit in India in October. ​ Places to visit: Handi Khoh, Apsara Vihar (fairy pool), and Pandava and Jatashankar Caves Things to do: Go for a nature walk, listen to the soothing splash of water at Rajat Pratap waterfall, and catch the sunrise exclusively from Hathi Shikhar located at 1359 meters. Find Cheap Accommodation in Pachmarhi Madhya Pradesh #6 Ziro, Arunachal Pradesh Perfect for an off-beat holiday, Ziro is a small town in eastern part of Arunachal Pradesh. Surrounded by hills on the sides with lush green paddy fields in the town, Ziro is mostly inhabited by the Apa Tani Tribes. ​ If you missed the Ziro music festival in September, and want to see what is this beautiful hidden gem that everyone is talking about, October holidays are the right time to visit Ziro with monsoon season over and winters just starting to set in. ​ Places to visit: Itanagar, Lilabari, Kaziranga National Park, Dhemaji Things to do: Tarin Fish Farm, Pine Grove, Talley Valley Sanctuary, Shiv Linga. Find Cheap Accommodation in Arunachal Pradesh #7 Manas National Park, Assam One of the first reserves dedicated to the tiger conservation project started way back in 1973, Manas National park has come a long way and today it boasts of biosphere reserve spanning 2837 sq km. Official number states that there are close to 60 Royal Bengal Tigers but a sighting it never guaranteed unless you spend some time in the park. ​ Apart from animals, the bird life in the park is also notable and bird watching is another preferred activity there. Manas National Park must be there on your list of best tourist places to visit in October in India. ​ Places to visit: Bansbari Tea Plantation, Bodo Society in the park, which boasts of a rich culture of textile, handloom, and music Things to do: Boat ride to summer palace of king of Bhutan, river rafting, elephant ride, try finding a wild water buffalo, jungle safari, and bird watching. Find Cheap Accommodation in Assam Guest Blogger Tushar Seghal from India produce content on his project Neo Blogs and Vlogs, travelling in India and document the beauty of the Indian heritage and sights. # Disclosure: Our site contains Affiliate Links. As an Amazon Associate we also earn from qualifying purchases. 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