Most people have heard of the internationally popular Mexican alcohols like tequila and Mezcal, but what about Sotol, Pox, or Raicilla? Come experience the diverse world of Mexican spirits, traditional “magic” herbs, and aphrodisiacs that…
Posts Tagged‘Drinking’
Canals, Museums, History – Bud, Boobs and Booze: Amsterdam!
Picturesque canals, world-class museums, amazing restaurants – cheap bud, boobie shakin’, all-night drinking. Amsterdam is one destination that combines all of the cerebral, hedonistic, sybaritic and lowly pleasures a human could possibly be stimulated by.…
The Best of All Worlds – Ghent Belgium!
Located in the northwest of Belgium, Ghent (or Gent) is a beautiful canal-laced city that is often overlooked on most people’s Belgium itinerary who often opt to blow through it via train from Brussels to…
2 Days in Brussels – The Capital of Europe!
After 12 days in Germany, it was time for me to head somewhere new. I had no plan after Berlin until a few days before when I was checking out cheap flights to wherever I…
Ich bin ein Berliner! Or at least for a long weekend…
My last stop on my Germany tour landed me in one of my favorite cities in the world, Berlin. I have multiple friends that live there and this was my 2nd time in the city…
Playa de las Americas – Party Guide!
By day, Tenerife matches the typical sleepy holiday destination perfectly, right down to the palm trees, blazing sunshine and smooth sandy beaches. But as the heat dies down and the sun begins to stain the…
10 Ways to Drink Like a German
Drinking plays an essential role in Germany’s culture and traditions. It is of course renowned as a nation of beer-drinkers – a stereotype that has been reinforced across the globe thanks to the festival giant…
How to Have a Craic-ing Good Time on a Night Out in Dublin!
The term “craic” in Ireland means to have a friendly and enjoyable conversation, usually mixed with alcohol and/or music. Dublin is a truly ideal spot to take part in the experience of “good craic.” This…
The hottest summer festivals in Cyprus
With summer here, that means festival season is well and truly upon us. There was a time when, for most, the choice would have been limited to what they could find in the UK, but…
Rooftop Bars in Istanbul
Ah yes, the glory of rooftop bars. I can understand the fascination with them: you feel like you’re on top of the world and you confirm this feeling with classy drinks and gourmet meals. Oh,…
The World’s Best Bars: Bar Marsella in Barcelona
While the name might seem rather unassuming, Bar Marsella is one of the coolest bar’s I’ve ever been to. Not because they have wet t-shirt contests, rock bottom prices, or just awesome music, but because of…
Pubs vs Bars: What’s the Difference?
If you’re visiting the UK from overseas, you’ll be forgiven for assuming that a pub and a bar are much the same sort of establishment, since both are social places that serve alcohol. However, there…
The Worst Place I’ve Ever Been: Kuta, Bali
The following is a guest post from Dan Cretes, a South East Asia frequenter. As a travel blogger, writing about the worst place you’ve ever been is not something you’re asked to do a lot.…
The Best Event in Miami – South Beach Wine and Food Festival!
So I once again had the pleasure of working at the Food Network’s South Beach Wine and Food Festival. They put on the event annually and it attracts foodies, winos and everyone in between who…
An Insider’s Guide to London – The 20 best spots to eat, drink and be merry
The Following is a Guest Post from a childhood friend of mine from Philadelphia, Alyssa Pollack. She just completed a Masters degree at London College of Fashion and was living there for over a year and a half. The Brits won her over and she is now planning to return to London in the spring for work and […]