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An estimated
22 million Americansexpect to take a culinary-focused
vacation in the next 12 months -
3 in 4
Americansfeel that food and dining are an
important part of their travel experiences
expect to take a culinary-focused
vacation in the next 12 months
feel that food and dining are an
important part of their travel experiences
"Unique dining experiences" on the rise
Food is part of any trip by necessity, so it's not surprising that survey respondents listed it as an important aspect of travel. But the shift in attitude goes deeper: Increasingly, travelers are specifically seeking out activities that are focused on cuisine, such as touring wineries and distilleries, eating with local families, and engaging in hands-on experiences such as cooking classes led by local chefs. Younger travelers in particular are driving the trend, with almost 9 in 10 millennials saying they’ve taken part in cuisine-focused experiences abroad.
have engaged in unique dining activities while traveling
have done so, more than Generation X or baby boomers
Most popular foodie destinations
Ready to begin your foodie adventure?
Whether you’re jonesing for a bite of authentic cuisine in a Paris cafe, or just looking for good French bread on your next trip to a big American city, AAA travel agents are there with the info you need. Plus, travelers can find thousands of AAA Diamond Rated restaurants across the United States, Canada, Mexico, and the Caribbean through AAA Travel Guides, TripTik®
Travel Planner, and the Auto Club App.