By Sara Pinkus, Contributor

To spin an old adage – The way to a traveler’s heart is through her stomach! Memorable travel experiences include not only learning about the destination’s people, history, arts, and culture; they also require savoring its foods. Prior to your trip, research the foods for which the area is best known. Culinary experiences can certainly be enjoyed on a limited budget; however, you may want to save up to splurge on the more exclusive options. Here are my tips for a delicious vacation.

Trusting concierges for the full picture of local dining options could leave you missing out on hidden gems

The cost of airfare has skyrocketed recently. High ticket prices have been fueled by increased demand, high fuel costs, and staffing shortages. But if you can be flexible and do your research, you can still find reasonably priced airfare.