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    Samantha Brown's Budget Tip To Save Money On Food While You're Traveling

    By Brie Schmidt 9 months ago

    There are many tips for saving money on flights and hotels, but what about food? How do you enjoy eating out without going broke? Samantha Brown has a trick.

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  • People eating outside Japanese restaurant

    The Restaurant In Japan Where Anthony Bourdain Ate A Meal He Called The 'Best Thing Ever'

    By Camila Pérez B 9 months ago

    This restaurant, beloved by Anthony Bourdain, is still a thriving eatery in a bustling area of Tokyo. Make sure you add it to your itinerary in Japan.

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  • hand putting garnish on fancy meal

    Eat Your Way Through This City That Offers The Best Fine Dining Options In America

    By Anna Robinson 9 months ago

    Whether you like French, Chinese, Italian, or American cuisine, this city has some of the best, and the most, fine dining restaurants in the country.

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  • Pizza, pasta and wine on a table

    Rick Steves' Unexpected TV Tip Can Help Determine If An Italian Eatery Is A Tourist Trap

    By Claire Carter 9 months ago

    Travel expert Rick Steves knows his way around Europe, and he’s got a great tip to sidestep those tourist-trap eateries on your next Italian getaway.

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  • Closeup of hands cutting lasagna

    Why Tourists Won't Even Recognize Lasagna In Italy, According To The Locals

    By Shelly Abramovich 9 months ago

    Lasagna is a beloved cheesy, meaty comfort food in the United States, but if you order it in Italy, you might be surprised by how different it can be.

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  • Famous mortadella sandwich busy market

    No Trip To Brazil Is Complete Without A Taste Of Anthony Bourdain's Favorite Sandwich

    By Lee Adams 10 months ago

    Need another culinary quest for your bucket list? Track down this famous sandwich at a food market in Brazil and see why Anthony Bourdain loved it.

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  • fruit fruit stands, narrow street

    Bologna's Oldest Market Is An Unmissable Italian Gem For Foodies

    By Jen Ottolino 10 months ago

    True foodies can't miss Bologna's oldest market when seeking the best eats around Italy. Here's where it is and what you can look forward to.

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  • Hidekazu Tojo in front of non-Japanese chefs

    The Restaurant In Canada Where You Can Eat A California Roll From The Chef Who Created It

    By Joshua Meyer 10 months ago

    Despite the name, the delicious California Roll actually originated in Canada, and the gastronomic genius behind the creation is still cooking up a storm.

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  • Friends toasting with beer

    The Spooky Portland Tour Beer Lovers Need To Experience This Fall

    By Camila Pérez B 10 months ago

    Ghosts, beer, and history. What more could you want? This beer tour in Portland takes you to haunted pubs, including Kells Pub and Old Town Brewing.

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    What Tourists Need To Know Before Ordering From Italy's Iconic Wine Windows

    By Camila Pérez B 10 months ago

    One major draw of a trip to Florence is the wine - and seeking one of these historic wine windows is all part of the fun! Here's what to know about ordering.

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  • Chicago Handshake Malort and beer

    The Iconic But Off-Putting Chicago Liquor Only The Bravest Tourists Should Take A Shot Of

    By Lee Adams 10 months ago

    When in Chicago, sampling all the local tastes and flavors is a must, but one particular iconic liquor might be too much for most first-time visitors.

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  • campers eating sandwiches tent

    This Beloved Montana Take-Out Spot Claims To Have The 'Best Sandwich In The West'

    By Laura Jones 10 months ago

    "The best sandwich in the West" is no small claim, but this take-out spot in Big Sky Country isn't messing about. For the ultimate sandwich, head to Montana.

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  • tourists reading menu in Europe

    The Popular European Country People With A Nut Allergy Will Have A Tough Time Visiting

    By Brie Schmidt 10 months ago

    Food allergies shouldn't stop you from exploring the world, but those with nut allergies might want to be on their toes in this popular European country.

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    The 5 Best European Cities To Travel To For Oktoberfest

    By Jen Ottolino 10 months ago

    Experiencing the true Bavarian Oktoberfest in Munich may be on your bucket list, but these other European cities know how to celebrate the festival too!

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  • Glass of wine at sunset

    The Most Misunderstood Wine In All Of Europe Is A Refreshing Favorite Of Rick Steves

    By Camila Pérez B 10 months ago

    Are you looking for a refreshing, low-alcohol wine to drink? That’s exactly what you’ll get with this Portugal wine that Rick Steves called “misunderstood.”

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  • person eating salmon on airplane

    This European Airline Is Famed For Having The Absolute Best First Class Meals

    By Laura Jones 10 months ago

    If you're looking for the finest dining available in the sky, one particular European airline should be at the top of your foodie flying bucket list.

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  • Jason Momoa in Hawaii

    Jason Momoa's Favorite Hawaiian Foods Are Must-Eats On Your Next Visit To The Islands

    By Joshua Meyer 10 months ago

    Being a Hawaii native and international superstar (not to mention King of Atlantis), Jason Momoa knows a thing or two about must-try foods in the Aloha State.

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  • women eating pizza in Italy

    This Iconic Fast Food Restaurant Offers A One-Of-A-Kind Experience On A Trip To Italy

    By Brie Schmidt 10 months ago

    A bucket list journey to Italy is one of the world's most magnificent culinary experiences, and that even applies to its fast food restaurants.

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  • Chez Lavaux outside at night

    Foodies Can Live An Emily In Paris Fantasy At The Real-Life Version Of Gabriel's Restaurant

    By Shelly Abramovich 10 months ago

    If you’re a foodie and a fan of Netflix’s hit series “Emily in Paris,” be sure to make a stop at the real-life restaurant that stands in for Gabriel's.

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  • London Borough Market, U.K.

    The 5 Most Overhyped Foods At London's Iconic Borough Market

    By Lee Adams 10 months ago

    From excessive strawberries to sandwiches that will empty your wallet, these viral foods are all the rage at London Borough Market. Should you believe the hype?

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  • Four traditional Italian spritzes

    The Delicious And Authentic Drink To Order In Italy If You're Not A Fan Of Aperol Spritz

    By Shelly Abramovich 10 months ago

    Aperol Spritz is all the rage these days, but if you don't want to get involved with Italy's favorite orange cocktail, there is a delightful alternative.

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  • Woman eating at restaurant

    The Popular Additions To Bread Tourists Shouldn't Expect To Get At Restaurants In Italy

    By Shelly Abramovich 10 months ago

    Eating everything you can get your hands on is a must when in Italy, but there are many popular additions to the brilliant bread that are nowhere to be seen.

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  • Montepulciano, Tuscany, wine country

    This Town Is The Best Base To Explore Italy's Iconic Tuscany Region, Per Rick Steves

    By Lee Adams 10 months ago

    Italy's Tuscany region is magical. But with so much to do, where do you start? Rick Steves recommends this central town that also has amazing wine.

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  • Rules restaurant exterior windows

    Rick Steves Recommends London's Oldest Restaurant For A Splurge-Worthy, Luxurious Meal

    By Lee Adams 10 months ago

    London has many luxurious options if you want to spend big on quality food, but Rick Steves says there is something special about the city's oldest restaurant.

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  • Colorful buildings including an Irish pub

    Here's How Rick Steves Finds The Best Traditional, Atmospheric Pubs In Ireland

    By Laura Jones 10 months ago

    A pub is a pub, right? Not quite! Rick Steves has some choice tips to find the best traditional pubs in Ireland, and we offer a few suggestions of our own.

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  • Napkin dispenser in Italian bar

    Those 'Napkin Dispensers' At Cafes In Italy Aren't What You Think They Are

    By Shelly Abramovich 10 months ago

    If you’ve been to a café in Italy, you’ve likely been annoyed by those waxy, useless napkins. But did you know they aren’t necessarily there to wipe up spills?

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  • water poured into glasses on table

    The Type Of Water Tourists Should Expect To Drink More Of While On A Trip To Europe

    By Shelly Abramovich 10 months ago

    Water is just water, right? Not so much if you're visiting Europe. Instead of the standard tap water you might get in the U.S., this water is much more common.

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