Top Travel Destinations for Fresh Seafood Lovers
Does the prospect of tangy shrimp ceviche have your taste buds tingling? How about oysters fresh from the ocean? From Croatia to Korea, we’ve put together some of the best destinations in the world for fresh seafood – and you can experience them for yourself by booking a small-group adventure with Culture Trip.
South Korea, to have fresh fish cooked in front of you
Seafood is an integral part of South Korean cuisine, featuring in dishes such as haemul pajeon (crispy seafood pancakes), kimchi jjigae (a fiery kimchi stew) and ganjang gejang (soy-marinated crab). Head to Jagalchi Market in Busan and you’ll feel like you’ve arrived at an edible aquarium, such is the sheer variety on offer. Feeling peckish? Pick your catch and bring it upstairs to have it cooked for you in the local style. It’s one of many captivating, hunger-quelling stops on this 10-day adventure.
From US$2414
Next available from 8th Oct 2023
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STARTS AT
Seoul, South Korea
ENDS AT
Seoul, South Korea
DURATION
10
GROUP SIZE
16
PHYSICAL RATING
Moderate
STYLE
Discovery
Iceland, for venturing beyond your comfort zone
If you love seafood, you’ll be in your element in Iceland, where fresh fish is about as common as running water – whether it be cod, salmon, haddock or Arctic char. For a proper authentic experience, however – and to really test your love of seafood – try hákarl (fermented shark) and harðfiskur (dried fish). On this five-day trip, you’ll be given the opportunity to do so, but be warned – neither are renowned for their mouth-watering aroma. A shot of brennivín (Iceland’s signature spirit) is the ideal palate cleanser – before and after.
From US$2369
Next available from 21st Oct 2023
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STARTS AT
Reykjavik, Iceland
ENDS AT
Reykjavik, Iceland
DURATION
5
GROUP SIZE
16
PHYSICAL RATING
Moderate
STYLE
Discovery
Colombia’s Caribbean coast, for tangy shrimp ceviche
Any seafood fanatic who’s travelled to South or Central America has probably tried ceviche – a zingy dish made with raw fish cured in citrus juices, and flavoured with chillies, onions, coriander and garlic – and loved it. But Colombia puts its own twist on the classic recipe, using shrimp and a splash of Tabasco sauce to give it that extra punch. Try it for yourself on a street food tour of Cartagena during this eight-day trip along the country’s gorgeous Caribbean coast. Served with soda crackers, it’s the perfect aperitif or afternoon snack.
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Next available from 9th Dec 2023
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STARTS AT
Cartagena, Colombia
ENDS AT
Santa Marta, Colombia
DURATION
8
GROUP SIZE
14
PHYSICAL RATING
Moderate
STYLE
Discovery
Croatia, for freshly caught oysters
Join us for eight days of seaside bliss along Croatia’s Dalmatian Coast and you’ll dine like a king. Whether it’s the old towns of Split and Dubrovnik, or remote islands and rural wine regions, seafood always plays a big part in Croatian culture. The foodie highlight of our itinerary takes place in the small town of Ston on the Peljesac Peninsula. This place is famous for its oysters, and you’ll get to slurp down a batch fresh from the sea, before continuing on to Dubrovnik.
From US$1844
Next available from 29th Mar 2024
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STARTS AT
Split, Croatia
ENDS AT
Dubrovnik, Croatia
DURATION
8
GROUP SIZE
16
PHYSICAL RATING
Moderate
STYLE
Discovery
Greece,
The most famous foodie export from Greece may be its delicious salad, covered in feta and olive oil, but this sprawling Mediterranean island group invariably has some of the best seafood around. You can sample some of the local delicacies – from deep-fried whitebait and fisherman’s soup to lobster pasta, grilled octopus and the best calamari you ever had – across our eight-day island-hopping adventure from Athens to Milos, Naxos and Santorini.
From US$2056
Next available from 28th Apr 2024
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STARTS AT
Athens, Greece
ENDS AT
Santorini Island, Greece
DURATION
8
GROUP SIZE
16
PHYSICAL RATING
Light
STYLE
Discovery
Gethin Morgan contributed additional reporting to this article.
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