You only have a limited number of vacation days every year, so why waste them eating mediocre food or staying some place so much less comfortable than your own home? Being on holiday is all about relaxing, indulging, and experiencing new pleasures. So go ahead and spoil yourself!

If you’re a finicky wanderer like me, then you’re probably going to be really particular about where you stay and eat. I usually spend hours doing research to find the best restaurants and accommodation before I even book my air ticket, and this can be time consuming, and at times even annoying because there’s just so much information out there, and so many options!

To make your pre-travel planning easier, I’ve curated some of the most impressive places that I’ve dined at and stayed in around the world. I bring them to you here in a simple and straightforward format with photos taken on site, addresses and links included.

Happy wandering!

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