We’ve written our fair share of travel guides around here. There are stateside adventures, like Atlanta, Berkeley, and Portland. Or, abroad ones, from Tulum, Mexico to Lisbon, Portugal.
But this time around: We want you to tell us where to go. Below are seven destinations our staffers can’t wait to visit this spring—and a little bit on why they’re traveling there. Please share in the comments all the places they can’t miss. Think restaurants, of course, but also bakeries, cafés, street food, flea markets, farmer’s markets, museums, shops, parks, and more. We can’t wait to hear your thoughts!
Montauk, New York
I'm going to Montauk for 36 hours next weekend to follow around my best friend, who has to be there for work! I hope to eat at least three lobster rolls. Where should I do that? —Ella Quittner, lifestyle writer
Boston, Massachusetts
I'm headed to Boston in a few weeks to spectate the marathon and explore the local food scene. A friend recently opened his own whiskey distillery, called Short Path, and I'm excited to check out how he makes his incredible spirits. Also, definitely hitting up Flour Bakery. —Brinda Ayer, books & special projects editor
Yosemite National Park, California
I’m traveling to Yosemite via San Francisco at the end of May with my husband, because we’ve been wanting to explore more National Parks in the U.S., and Yosemite has been high up on our list of places to hike! I can’t wait to see Half Dome at sunset, and explore the valley in the early morning before the crowds emerge. We’re also excited to spend some of our time in San Francisco. —Megan Güntaş, product designer
Miami, Florida
I don’t know if it’s something in the water or the terrible weather up north, but all of my New York friends have been jetting off to Miami for short weekends. Miami is having a moment. Luckily, one of my writers lives there and has very strong opinions about the food scene—how diverse and locally distinct it’s become in recent years. I’m excited to do a Cuban pizza crawl, for instance. But mostly to chill by the pool with a good book. —Eric Kim, senior editor
Finger Lakes, New York
I'm heading to the Finger Lakes region for a long weekend with my husband and his family. Definitely interested in some hiking, balanced by treats and snacks from as many local bakeries I can find. —Joanna Sciarrino, executive editor
Oakland, California
I'm going to Oakland in May for my boyfriend's sister's wedding! It should be a really fun (if not slightly stressful) trip. Even though I don't think I'll have a ton of time to explore, I plan on hitting a few of my favorites—Bette's Diner and Cheese Board for pizza, definitely—and want to try a few new spots, like Nyum Bai and the recently re-opened Brown Sugar Kitchen. —Erin Alexander, assistant editor of partner content
Barcelona, Spain
I’m visiting Barcelona for the first time in April. Plans so far include tapas, flamenco, (followed by tapas) and traipsing through the Gothic quarter while eating tapas. I'm also a bargain hunter through-and-through and so excited for the Encants Vells flea market (it dates back to the 14th century!). —Maggie Slover, copywriter
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lunch or dinner at Chez Panisse. You owe it to yourself and your readers. It is 10 minutes
from Oakland. When I lived there in the late 80s and 90s, I treated myself to a meal there
occasionally. I was never disappointed.
Have fun!
If you are visiting the SF Bay Area, enjoy the local Mexican food scene. I think the best Mex are from the food trucks.
I would also suggest Burmese food. Burma Superstar is a popular one and they have locations in Berkeley (?) and SF.
One of the best places to have special tapas is Bar Betlem and try Flax and Kale as well, at the main restaurant, calle Tallers flexiterian food or at the new spot ""Passage", gluten free menu.
And flamenco in Barcelona is only for tourist, you can forget it, you better have a look into the musical events running in spring in Barcelona, like Primavera sound
have a nice trip
Just tell them that your friend in D.C. made sure you knew that you couldn't SEE the Tetons from Driggs, Idaho, but it's a great place to start the day if you're looking for a breakfast shack!
It’s been too many years since i was there but inside the Boqueria market El Quim is a must, the juevos rotos are actually life changing.
Anywhere and everywhere order mushrooms, there’s a fantastic variety available and they’re often on menus with a very simple prep- don’t overlook those! (Hongos = mushrooms in spanish)
Stop in the potato chip shops. Literally a little shop with just fried hot fresh chips popular with commuters on their way home.
Also you need an extra bag for the way back, just a regular supermarket will have fantastic fairly cheap olives, olive oil, marcona almonds, honey......
Damn, I’m so hungry now, and I’m in Ohio..!!
El Carajo in Coral Gables is my favorite place for tapas. Yes, it's located in the back of a Mobil gas station (no, really) but the sangria is great, the wine selection is vast, and the food is very good.
If you need something sweet, the Salty Donut and Zak the Baker in Wynwood are the places to go. You can check out the Wynwood walls while you're there.
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