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6 Foodie Destinations to Visit Before You Die

May 27, 2019 by Missy Dwyer No Comments

For the gustatory traveler, the world can seem like one long smorgasbord. Each country – and indeed even separate regions within countries – has distinctive culinary traits, unique flavour combinations and methods of preparation. Wouldn’t it be amazing to try them all? But there are two problems: time and money. Unless you win the Powerball lottery, it’s difficult to travel the world purely for gastronomic adventure, and even if you did hit the jackpot, life is too short to eat… Read More

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Essential things to know about travelling on a Serengeti Safari

November 16, 2018 by Missy Dwyer No Comments

If you’re thinking of booking a safari holiday in Africa, the chances are that you’re not alone. After all, Africa sees more than 30 million international visitors every single year, with a growing number of these travellers focused solely on tourism, not least safaris. If you are going to book an African safari, one of the most popular destinations is the Serengeti in North Tanzania. This offers unrivalled game viewing and remains one of the most iconic locations in the… Read More

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Essential San Francisco Food Crawl Destinations

November 12, 2018 by Missy Dwyer No Comments

A food crawl is when you do a tour of a city’s best local food destinations. The focus of a food crawl is on the local cuisine rather than big famous chain restaurants and the highlighted food is the local food tastes of that particular city. For instance in New Orleans a food crawl would focus on places that serve authentic versions of the local dishes including gumbo and fried catfish. You can do a foodie crawl in any… Read More

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Fancy an Adventure in Iceland? It’s the Perfect Location

April 12, 2018 by Missy Dwyer No Comments

Iceland is a really remarkable place. While a relatively small island, its isolated location, and unique geography mean that, in many ways, Iceland is a world unto itself. Not only does Iceland exist today in a way that is entirely unique, but its cultural past is one that has fascinated people for centuries. The homeland of the Icelandic sagas, which have captured the hearts and imaginations of successive generations the world over, is exactly the place that you would expect.… Read More

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8 unique things to do on the Turks and Caicos Islands

December 22, 2017 by Missy Dwyer No Comments

The Turks and Caicos Islands are an amazingly beautiful place. The beaches and the waters there are some of the most beautiful in the world. It has amazing snorkeling and scuba diving, and you can stay in equally beautiful villas there with Turks and Caicos home rentals. This is truly an unforgettable place. It seems hard to imagine that the tourism didn’t start until around 1970. A more romantic name for these islands would be calling them the pirate… Read More

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Traveling the World for the Food

December 13, 2017 by Missy Dwyer No Comments

Why do people travel? The answer for each of us is slightly different but in general, people travel to escape their daily routines, to relax and rejuvenate, to sightsee, to celebrate, to strengthen relationships, to have an adventure, and simply to enjoy life. Many people travel in order to learn. Traveling gives one a chance to explore unfamiliar destinations and to experience new traditions and cultures. During one’s travels, one meets people from different countries, races, and religions. In short,… Read More

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Foodie Traveler Spotlight: Lisbon, Portugal

December 10, 2017 by Missy Dwyer No Comments

Lisbon, the capital of Portugal is also its largest city. With a sprawling population of more than 3 million people within the Lisbon Metropolitan Area’s 100.05 km limits, it is also the 11th most popular urban area in the European Union. Lisbon is the western most capital city in Europe and sits on the Iberian Peninsula bordered by the Atlantic Ocean and the Tagus River. This cosmopolitan city is admired as an important hub for finance, commerce, media, entertainment, arts,… Read More

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5 Exotic Foods To Try Before You Die

November 20, 2017 by Missy Dwyer No Comments

Food is amazing, no one can deny. So much time, effort and resources are put into expanding and enjoying the world of culinary creations. Most people and countries have their own common foods and for people, their diet tends to consists of the same 10-15 meals in rotation. For the more adventurous eaters, unusual and uncommon meals are a must. However, going beyond that, there are a number of truly wonderful meals that are quite unheard of but amazing in… Read More

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Top 4 Foodie Cities In Europe

November 18, 2017 by Missy Dwyer 1 Comment

Europe is famous for many things such as its art, architecture, music, and fashion. It is also famous for its food. As with many aspects of human life, Europe has had a great influence on the food that is eaten worldwide. In fact, many foods that are considered staple in many parts of the work actually originated from Europe. European cities are great food hubs in their own right and getting through all of them would take a lifetime. Luckily,… Read More

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Top 5 Italian Dishes to Cook at Home

November 10, 2017 by Missy Dwyer No Comments

Italian food is recognized globally for being such a delicacy. The trick here is that a lot of their traditional dishes can find their way to your own kitchen. Here we make a list of numerous dishes that are not only easy to make at home, but will make you feel like a true Italian cook. Buffalo Mozzarella, Tomato, and Pesto Tarts Begin your meal with antipasti. These tarts are inexpensive and easy to do. You can serve them as… Read More