I spent $50 eating and drinking around the world at Epcot's Food & Wine Festival. Here's everything I tried.

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What kicked off as an adventure through Japan ended in a travel nightmare for a group of 31 high school students, teachers, and parents. 

Traditional food has a stronghold on Athens’ dining scene, and Greece as a whole. Widespread respect for classic dishes means that family recipes are often untampered with, even at restaurants, but contemporary newcomers have also found their voice in the sea of tradition.

Summer brings new perks and amenities to many top hotels and brands around the world. Dozens of new hotels and resorts are opening for the first time this season, but others are adding new features and renovations that repeat guests will be eager to see. From do-it-yourself goodies to eco-friendly changes, here is some of the latest news from the hospitality industry and properties around the world.

When you travel, where you stay is only one piece of the puzzle. Equally as important are the experiences you have abroad: the things you see, the food you eat, the people you meet. And as of late, there is more interest than ever in travel experiences: cooking classes, snorkeling, ghost tours, wine tastings, trolley rides, all of it.

Actors Kristen Bell and Dax Shepard said they spent $600 on pillows, blankets, and sheets so their family could sleep in the Boston airport after their flight was delayed — then, they were kicked out of the airport.

Do you like NFL football? Do you like to travel? Do you also enjoy receiving normally expensive things for free?

In this time of isolation, businesses and individuals around the world are sending out messages of hope. Discover, in photos, how we’re keeping our spirits up during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Madeline Diamond, Ciara Appelbaum, Frank Olito, and Lindsay DeMunno contributed to an earlier version of this report.

Grupo Xcaret is excited to introduce the inaugural Xcaret Culinary Festival, a first-of-its-kind event in Riviera Maya. In a groundbreaking culinary festival, distinguished chefs from around the world, including internationally renowned and Michelin-starred chefs, will join forces with the finest Mexican culinary experts to celebrate the art of Mexican cuisine. The event will showcase a captivating array of dinners, tastings, pairings, and presentations, blending innovation with the rich traditions of Mexican gastronomy.

It takes about 20 million steps to walk around the world, not to mention several years of commitment as well as determination, stamina, trekking gear, and a state of mind that few of us can imagine.

When your wanderlust kicks in but there’s no time to travel, you need a quick fix from the comfort of home. Try these ten simple, savvy do-it-yourself cocktail recipes from some of the world’s most luxurious hotels and resorts. Each one takes you on a summer vacation to an incredible destination with every sip.