Dining Experiences Around the World: 7 to Book

1.Big Island Historical Dinner Cruise to Kealakekua Bay

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,279 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $189Our pick

Leave Kailua-Kona at 4 pm for a three-hour catamaran cruise along the Kona Coast to Kealakekua Bay. A local historian explains coastal landmarks, while the crew serves pupus, dinner, dessert, and one complimentary cocktail. Live Hawaiian-style music, sunset views, and possible dolphin or whale sightings round out the evening.

“The dinner cruise was amazing. The food and entertainment were excellent. I would highly recommend the Body Glove Dinner Cruise. The staff were both friendly and knowledgeable and we saw some dolphins and a manta ray while learning Kona’s history. The music was beautiful and fun. I will use them again if I plan on doing another excursion.”

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2.Dubai: Heritage Safari in Vintage Land Rover with Dinner

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 861 reviews · 7 hours · from $189

Spend seven hours with a conservation guide such as Jovan, Bashar, or Oscar, riding an open-top 1950s Land Rover through the Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve. See oryx and gazelles, watch falconry at sunset, enjoy Emirati dinner and performances, then finish with shisha and stargazing.

“Easy to get around and Stephen was great at telling us the Hong Kong history and culture. Well worth it”

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3.Dubai: Abu Dhabi Trip with Lunch at Al Khayma Heritage Restaurant

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 805 reviews · from $127Top rated

Travel from Dubai to Abu Dhabi in a modern air-conditioned vehicle with a licensed guide. Visit Sheikh Zayed Mosque, enjoy lunch at Al Khayma Heritage Restaurant, see the Etihad Towers Observation Deck, and enter Qasr Al Watan. Guides such as Haseeb, Noor, Jose, and Samir have been praised for clear explanations and friendly service.

“We were picked up in a nice air conditioned minivan. It was basically like a private tour! Our guide Shaun gave us a very pleasant experience. The mosque was very beautiful and the view from the Eithad towers was incredible! A must do activity if you have half a day to kill! Try to come early to avoid the intense heat and huge crowds”

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4.Evening Gourmet Tour 5 Course Dinner – History and Food in Old Quebec City

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 496 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $224

Start in Lower Old Quebec with guide Luis, Marie, Danielle, Etienne, or another local host, then walk between four restaurants for five courses and paired wine or beer. Along the way, you’ll ride the funicular, see Place Royale, Dufferin Terrace, Notre Dame, and Château Frontenac, finishing near Rue Saint-Jean.

“Fantastic combination of food and history. Muriel was a wealth of knowledge and very engaging. We thoroughly enjoyed it.”

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5.Dubai: Heritage Safari, Camel Ride & Al Marmoom Oasis Dinner

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 431 reviews · 6 hours · from $189

Spend six hours at Al Marmoom Conservation Reserve with hotel pickup, a 30 to 40-minute vintage G-Class drive, two short camel rides, falcon and cultural shows, henna, a five-course Emirati dinner, and telescope stargazing. Guides such as Saeed, Ali, Imran, Babar, and Lucky are known for personal care and excellent photos.

“Great trip with many activities. Everything was amazing, totally worth it. Thank you Saeed!”

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6.Old San Juan Historical Walk, Shopping, and Dining w/ Transport

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 381 reviews · from $34Best value

Start at 9:00 a.m. from Plaza Colón for a guided walk through Old San Juan, with views of the bay, historic churches, mansions, city walls, and Fortaleza Street. Guides such as Michelle, Brandon, Nathan, and Michi bring the city’s past to life. Transport and parking are included, but lunch, drinks, and shopping are extra.

“Tour guide Michelle was friendly, knowledgeable and made the tour enjoyable. It was great to visit historical places and eat tasty treats.”

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7.Communal dinner in an ancient Tuscan farmhouse

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 29 reviews · 3 hours · from $75

At Podere Spedalone, you join locals and visitors for a three-hour fixed dinner in an ancient Tuscan farmhouse. Begin with Prosecco and handmade appetizers at sunset, then enjoy seasonal first and second courses, dessert, coffee, and spring water. Wine, beer, and sodas cost extra. Vegetarian and allergy requests are welcome with advance notice.

“the property was amazing and the view. it was fun and enjoyed meeting new people. for the price I thought the food experience would of been a bit better.”

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