Whether you are committed to doing Veganuary, or contemplating a move towards a plant-based diet as we head into the new year, one thing to consider is the food choices available when travelling abroad.
Rosie Panter, travel expert at the UK’s trusted travel price comparison site, dealchecker, says:
“While people who opt for a plant-based lifestyle are spoilt for choice in the UK, this is not always the case for the rest of the world. And if you haven’t done your research or made bookings for appropriate restaurants, you might be left stranded in the street, with nowhere to eat…
“Although adopting a vegan or plant-based lifestyle can take a bit of adjustment at first, it shouldn’t stop you from ticking new destinations off your bucket list – you might even find yourself out of your comfort zone; trying hidden gems and visiting new neighbourhoods that you otherwise wouldn’t have stumbled across.”
Read on for Rosie’s top destinations for plant-based foodies…
Berlin, Germany
Berlin is practically a plant-based dream, with vegan options on every street corner. And with most restaurants offering a vegan or vegetarian option too, you won’t be short of places to try. You could even try doing your own plant-based food tour of the city and see how many different cuisines you can taste.
Lisbon, Portugal
With hot summers, beautiful tiles and charming neighbourhoods, Lisbon is incredibly affordable and a must-visit for travellers. And while the city is popular for its seafood, it has become very vegan-friendly over the past few years, even offering vegan food city tours.
New York City, USA
From iconic landmarks and major shopping streets, to diverse neighbourhoods, New York is one of the most famous cities in the world – with pretty impressive vegan food too. Whether you plan on indulging in burgers, pizza, or looking for a restaurant to celebrate a special occasion, you can spend a whole week in the city and you won’t have even scratched the surface.
Melbourne, Australia
Offering a vibrant food scene and arguably the best coffee going, vegans won’t struggle for choice in Melbourne as it was selected by HappyCow as one of the top 10 vegan-friendly cities in the world, with 130 fully vegan restaurants to choose from. And with world-class art, green spaces and markets, travellers can feel full and happy before exploring their next spot.
Amsterdam, The Netherlands
One of the prettiest cities in Europe, the first thing that comes to mind when thinking of Amsterdam might not be its food. However, it is an ideal destination for vegan travellers and if you plan on getting around the city by bike, you can end the day dining on hard-earned falafel, Asian street food, or even jackfruit tacos.
