What regions does Bites and Borders cover?

Bites and Borders covers three regions: the Mediterranean (Istanbul, Santorini, Rhodes, Crete, Athens), the Americas and Islands (Kauai, Miami, Key West, Dominican Republic), and Caribbean Cruise Ports (Nassau, Cozumel, St. Thomas, Roatan).

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What is the best street food in Istanbul?

The four essential Istanbul street foods are simit (sesame bread rings), balik ekmek (grilled fish sandwiches from boats at Eminonu), midye dolma (stuffed mussels), and kokores. The balik ekmek boats at Eminonu are the most iconic experience.

What should I eat in Nassau on a cruise stop?

Go to the Fish Fry at Arawak Cay for conch salad made tableside. It costs about $8 and is one of the best single bites in the Caribbean. Also try conch fritters and cracked conch at the same location.

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🏛 Mediterranean

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Turkey

Istanbul

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Where East Meets West on Every Plate

8 Foods 6 Experiences

Best Time: March–May, September–November

Budget: $80–$120/day

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Greece

Santorini

Volcanic Beauty, Legendary Sunsets, Unforgettable Flavors

6 Foods 5 Experiences April–May, September–October

Budget: $150–$250/dayExplore

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Greece

Rhodes

Medieval Walls, Turquoise Waters, and Ancient Flavors

6 Foods 5 Experiences April–June, September–October

Budget: $100–$160/dayExplore

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Greece

Crete

The Birthplace of the Mediterranean Diet

6 Foods 5 Experiences Late May–June, September–October

Budget: $90–$150/dayExplore

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Greece

Athens

Ancient Wonders, Modern Flavors, Eternal Energy

6 Foods 5 Experiences March–May, September–November

Budget: $100–$150/dayExplore

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Turkey

Kusadasi

Gateway to Ephesus — Where Ancient Wonders Come Alive

5 Foods 5 Experiences April–June, September–October

Budget: $60–$120/dayExplore

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Greece

Mykonos

Windmills, White Walls & the World's Best Sunset Cocktails

5 Foods 5 Experiences May–June, September–October

Budget: $200–$400/dayExplore

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Greece

Piraeus (Athens)

Athens' Ancient Port — Gateway to the Acropolis

4 Foods 5 Experiences April–June, September–October

Budget: $100–$200/dayExplore

🌴 Americas & Islands

9 destinations

Florida

Miami

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Vibrant flavors, Art Deco, and Latin rhythms

6 Foods 5 Experiences🐾 Pet Friendly

Best Time: December–April

Budget: $200–$350/day

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Hawaii, USA

Kauai

Garden Isle's fresh flavors and epic adventures

6 Foods 5 Experiences April–May, August–October

Budget: $400–$500/dayExplore

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Florida, USA

Key West

Tropical charm, Cuban flavors, and Key Lime dreams

6 Foods 5 Experiences November–April

Budget: $150–$300/dayExplore

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Dominican Republic

Savor vibrant flavors, island history, and Caribbean resilience

6 Foods 5 Experiences November–April

Budget: $175–$200/dayExplore

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Virginia, USA

Massanutten

Mountain adventures, waterpark thrills, and Shenandoah flavors

6 Foods 5 Experiences June–September (warm weather), December–March (snow sports)

Budget: $150–$250/dayExplore

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Costa Rica

Pura Vida: Adventure, Rainforest & the World's Best Coffee

6 Foods 5 Experiences December to April (dry season)

Budget: $80-$200/dayExplore

Alaska, USA — food and travel destination

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Alaska

The Last Frontier: Glaciers, Wildlife & the Midnight Sun

5 Foods 5 Experiences May to September

Budget: $150-$400/dayExplore

Utah Ski Country, USA — food and travel destination

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Utah Ski Country

The Greatest Snow on Earth: Park City, Deer Valley & Alta

5 Foods 5 Experiences December to March

Budget: $300-$800/dayExplore

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Mexico

Cancún

Beyond the Hotel Zone: Cenotes, Ruins & Real Mexican Food

5 Foods 5 Experiences December to April

Budget: $80-$250/dayExplore

⚓ Cruise Ports

5 destinations

Bahamas

Nassau

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Conch, culture, and cocktails define this vibrant Bahamian port.

8 Foods 6 Experiences

Best Time: December to April

Budget: $80-$200/day

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Mexico

Cozumel

Dive into Cozumel's vibrant flavors, from Mayan traditions to fresh seafood.

8 Foods 6 Experiences November to April

Budget: $80-$200/dayExplore

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Croatia

Dubrovnik

Savor Adriatic flavors amidst ancient walls and vibrant culture.

7 Foods 5 Experiences May to early June and September to mid-October

Budget: $80-$200/dayExplore

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US Virgin Islands

St. Thomas

Savor Caribbean flavors amidst stunning views and vibrant culture.

8 Foods 6 Experiences December to May

Budget: $80-$200/dayExplore

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Honduras

Roatan

Savor fresh seafood and vibrant culture in this Caribbean gem.

8 Foods 6 Experiences November to April

Budget: $80-$200/dayExplore

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We're Chris and Lori — a couple from Richmond, Virginia who believe the best way to understand a place is through its food. From simit in Istanbul's Grand Bazaar to conch salad on a Nassau beach, we've spent years chasing the meals that make a destination unforgettable.

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