Food and travel are the perfect partners.
Not only does food nourish us (and keep us going on busy days exploring new destinations), but it can reveal new facets of cultural heritage and tradition. After all, the most loved recipes aren't plucked from the minds of professional chefs, they're passed down through countless generations and best enjoyed by the warm hearth of a German Oma, French Grand-mère or Italian Nonna.
We've been doing what we're doing for over 40 years - that's over 14,000 days of planning perfect holidays - and our team of travel experts think of everything, including meals.
Most itineraries include breakfast at the hotel. It's usually a delicious buffet of your favourites from the UK, with some international options for those looking to start the day as a local would.
As well as lunches and dinners at your hotel or carefully chosen restaurants, our itineraries offer you plenty of chances to choose your own culinary adventure. At lunch, we'll plan time in our day for you to enjoy a leisurely lunch in local restaurants that open to inviting shaded town squares or grab a quick bite and continue to explore. Evenings are yours to savour; take a star-lit stroll, barhop through the city and decide what you're in the mood for for dinner. Will it be haute cuisine or a cosy rustic bistro filled with the friendly faces of locals?
When you travel, we know you don't just want to explore; you want to get under the region's skin - delving deep into the culture, so we plan gastronomic experiences to expose you to local life. We'll savour fresh, seasonal produce, beloved national dishes, locally produced wines, and fun dining experiences you won't soon forget.
Calling all foodies!
If food is the best part of travel for you, check out our foodie holidays. You’ll eat like a local, try locally produced wines and spirits, and learn the secrets to cooking some delicious traditional dishes.
