It's hard to argue with a place like Puebla, the gastronomic capital of Mexico. Famed as a foodie favorite for such delicious dishes as mole poblano, this is a town you won't have to tackle on an empty stomach. Dig into the signature dish at one of the top tables in town, or nosh with a nuevo twist in a hot new hipster hangout. Wash it down with a local staple like pasita and you're bound to see Puebla in a rosy light.
Which isn't to say you need bites and booze to be seduced by Puebla's charm. From the graceful zócalo to the awe-inspiring cathedral and colorful mercados, Puebla rewards casual strollers as much as gorging gourmands. Check out the works of colonial and contemporary artists, then browse for antiques before taking a well-deserved breather. Don't worry if your energy starts to flag: this town is the perfect place for a sugar rush.
Generations of travelers have been taken by this timeless town, with its castles and cathedrals rising like the remnants of a forgotten fairy tale. But Prague's gone beyond its Bohemian roots to find a more modern soul, with quirky boutiques, splashy hotels, and a growing gallery scene adding to its ageless appeal.
Of course, our favorite thing about Prague is the fact that we never have to see it on an empty stomach. This is a city that's perfected the art of eating, whether you're sampling a scrumptious sandwich or indulging your sweet tooth with a tasty tart. Check out Czech specialties like karamelovy pohar – a decadent concoction of ice cream, caramel, chocolate and walnuts – then work off all that sugar with a walking tour of this town's top pubs. Wrap up with a nightcap at a lounge with limitless views and you might be tempted to agree with Kafka's famous words: "Prague never lets you go."
Generations of travelers have been taken by this timeless town, with its castles and cathedrals rising like the remnants of a forgotten fairy tale. But Prague's gone beyond its Bohemian roots to find a more modern soul, with quirky boutiques, splashy hotels, and a growing gallery scene adding to its ageless appeal.
Of course, our favorite thing about Prague is the fact that we never have to see it on an empty stomach. This is a city that's perfected the art of eating, whether you're sampling a scrumptious sandwich or indulging your sweet tooth with a tasty tart. Check out Czech specialties like karamelovy pohar – a decadent concoction of ice cream, caramel, chocolate and walnuts – then work off all that sugar with a walking tour of this town's top pubs. Wrap up with a nightcap at a lounge with limitless views and you might be tempted to agree with Kafka's famous words: "Prague never lets you go."
After all, this ain't your father's Philly. While old favorites like Congress Hall and the Liberty Bell are still, er, all they're cracked up to be, this town's got a hip new vibe that proves it's not just an extension of its mega-watt northern neighbor. With chic shopping, hot hotels, and enough nightlife to please even the pickiest palate, Philly's newfound groove strikes all the right chords.
Of course, if it's the meat-and-potatoes appeal of "Rocky" and the fightin' Phils that gets your blood pumping, this town doesn't disappoint. From its Italian market to those famous cheesesteaks, Philly's blue-collar rep is well-deserved. But don't get too hung up on those tales of nasty tempers.
You just need to know how to find this city's sweet spots.
