Top North America Dining Experiences - page 2

Enjoy an alternative night out in Boston on a dinner cruise on Boston Harbor, with an all-you-can-eat buffet meal with live entertainment and dancing. Watch the sunset, then admire the view of the illuminated Boston skyline at night or head to the dance floor for music and fun inside the ship’s nightclub. Bring that special someone or a whole group of friends for a night to remember.

Be immersed in a classic Alaskan experience: an all-you-can-eat salmon bake feast. Fill up on grilled wild salmon, blueberry cake, and other local delicacies as local entertainers play music, then roast marshmallows by the campfire. Vegetarians and gluten-free travelers will also have options. After, visit the nearby Wagner Mine to glimpse mining relics, walk to Salmon Creek Falls, and pick up original Tlingit works of art from the Trading Post.

Live drumming, traditional dances, and fire-knife performances create a thrilling luau dinner show centered on traditional Hawaiian culture. A beachfront sunset and dinner buffet (with special kids' options available) makes for an unforgettable evening. Book a general admission ticket for dinner and a show, or opt for the VIP choice to guarantee priority buffet access and front section seating.

Head out to Kealakekua Bay for a snorkeling and cruising adventure from Kona, ideal for travelers who want to get up close to some of the Big Island’s most interesting marine species. Keep an eye out for dolphins as you head along the coast to the bay, then hop into the waters to swim and snorkel among coral and fish before climbing back on board for an included lunch.

Experience the rich heritage of the Pacific Islands at the Polynesian Cultural Center, featuring tickets, a gateway buffet, and a show. Explore six island villages with hands-on activities and cultural demonstrations, then enjoy island-inspired cuisine at the Gateway Buffet. End the day with HĀ: Breath of Life, a dynamic show featuring over 100 performers. This immersive visit supports a nonprofit committed to preserving culture and funding local education.

Planning a night out in Key West with entertainment can add up quickly. This Key West cruise saves you money by combining an open bar with musical entertainment as you sail the waters keeping an eye out for views of the sunset. Plus, it ends early enough to leave you enough time to bar hop afterward if you’d like.

I WANT YOU TO KNOW THAT: IT IS NOT A RESTAURANT, I DO NOT CONSIDER MYSELF A CHEF I am Minerva Lopez and I am a traditional cook from Oaxaca and I have more than 40 years of experience in pre-Hispanic and traditional cooking. I invite you to spend a day at my house, with my family, my culture, it is an authentic experience where you will learn to cook as I learned, as if it were with mom! Our groups are small which makes for an intimate, family experience The market that we visited is the largest in Oaxaca and it is not touristic, where the locals go to buy our fresh and organic ingredients, here it is possible to adapt our menu to your tastes There are vegan, vegetarian and meat lovers options. At home away from the city in a small town, our outdoor wood stove is the best place to cook. Everything we will eat is prepared at home MORE THAN A CLASS IS A UNIQUE EXPERIENCE OF FLAVORS AND KNOWLEDGE

Have dinner with panoramic city views on a San Francisco Bay supper club cruise. Spend time on the water with the twinkling city skyline as your backdrop. Take in the views and enjoy the sea breeze on the exterior decks, cut loose on the dance floor with a DJ spinning top 40 hits, and enjoy a buffet dinner with classic American and international dishes on the menu.

Come experience a celebration of Hawaiian cuisine, live music, and festive hula at the Waikiki Luau. Relax with a Hawaiian welcome and tropical mai tai before dining on a lavish Luau-themed buffet dinner with island-roasted whole suckling pig and roast beef. Then, find your premier seats for the onsite "Rock-a-Hula" show, which features everything from hula and fire-knife dancing to rock n' roll.

Enjoy an evening of local entertainment and food at Gilligans' Island Luau. Watch authentic hula dancing from across Hawaii, New Zealand and Tahiti and learn about different Polynesian cultures through this unique form of storytelling. An excellent option for those looking for a smaller Luau to attend, this family-friendly event has something for everyone.

Feel like a VIP in Vegas with this memorable experience that combines a helicopter tour with dinner. Admire the city's bright lights and landmarks from above as you soar over the Strip in a shared helicopter. Then, enjoy a 3-course dinner with panoramic views of Las Vegas at the Eiffel Tower Restaurant.

Enjoy an only-in-New-Orleans experience when you embark on a paddle-wheel boat tour of the mighty Mississippi River. In the evening, hop aboard the Steamboat Natchez or her sister vessel, the Riverboat City of New Orleans, and admire views of the city from the water's edge. This cost-saving package additionally includes a Creole‐inspired dinner (if option selected), plus live jazz music to set the mood.

Enjoy the ultimate Ma‘alaea premium dinner cruise with a 4-course meal served as the sun dips below the horizon. Sip on included Mai Tais or other beverages while soaking in incredible views of the Pacific, Lana‘i, and Moloka‘i. With only a select number of guests aboard, this cruise delivers an intimate, unforgettable evening.

Spend an evening immersed in Hawaiian culture with this luau experience at the Royal Kona Resort. Choose your ideal time for the outing — the luau occurs four nights a week⁠ — then sip tropical drinks while admiring beautiful views of Kailua Bay. Savor a delicious buffet featuring grilled rib eye, huli huli chicken, kalua pig, butter garlic shrimp, baked mahi mahi, and more while watching a Polynesian stage production.

Admire a new perspective on the Hawaiian sunset while enjoying a delicious dinner and live entertainment during this evening cruise from Honolulu—perfect for those celebrating a special occasion in Oahu. Upon boarding your vessel, enjoy a welcome toast with "Champagne". Dine on a multi-course seafood and steak, then enjoy live music and traditional Hawaiian cultural performances.

Enjoy a taste of Hawaiian culture when you book this luau dinner experience in Kapolei. Head to the venue and be greeted with a traditional lei before you are seated for dinner. Enjoy a delicious Hawaiian-American meal with dishes that include a succulent roasted pig, sauteed island fish, Hawaiian chicken, and much more. Then, watch live performances of Polynesian fire-knife, hula, and slap dancing. The Makai Luau Package includes: - Shell Lei greeting - A Hawaiian buffet - Soft drinks & hot coffee - 1 alcoholic drink ticket per adult 21+ Original Luau Package include: - Shell Lei greeting - A Hawaiian buffet - Soft drinks & hot coffee - 2 alcoholic drink ticket per adult 21+ Plumeria Luau Package Includes: - Kukui Nut Lei greeting - VIP Seating - A Hawaiian buffet with express line - 3 alcoholic drink ticket per adult 21+ - Soft Drinks & hot coffee - Souvenir gift (1 per Plumeria adult)

This walking tour and interactive lunch combo provides a two-in-one experience in Charleston. With a celebrated local chef, Forrest Parker, you'll start with a 1.5-hour historical walking tour about the influences of Lowcountry food in the city of Charleston. Then watch a cooking demonstration from Parker before enjoying lunch paired with wine.

Sail down this Mississippi River on a classic Paddlewheeler boat on this New Orleans river cruise. Enjoy illuminating narration from the onboard historian and stop part-way through the trip to learn about the Battle of New Orleans. Then, get back aboard the vessel and enjoy a cash bar while admiring the views.

Enjoy lunch along the Willamette River on a 2-hour cruise in Portland. Great for newcomers and locals alike, the leisurely cruise presents an expansive vista of Portland from the water. In addition to exceptional views and food, the afternoon tour also includes commentary from your captain and live entertainment. Prepared with local ingredients, your meal can be upgraded to include an appetizer and dessert.

Indulge in a delicious feast and Hawaiian culture during the Mokapu Luau at the Andaz Maui. Take your seat on the grassy lawn and watch performers as they take you through Hawaiian history and the Polynesian culture that has created the island. Enjoy a delicious plated, ohana-style meal as well as unlimited handcrafted cocktails while you watch the performance.

Discover how cacao is grown and chocolate is made on this immersive tour of Lydgate Farms in Kauai. Go on a guided tour of their botanical gardens to sample award-winning honey, vanilla beans, and lush tropical fruit. You will also learn all about cacao, see how it’s grown, taste its ripe fruit, and discover how to turn raw cacao seeds into delicious chocolate. Over the course of the experience, you’ll taste items like chocolate-covered macadamia nuts, apple bananas, and dark chocolate.

Choosing between Oahu's many luau offerings can be tricky, but the Kaula Luau makes it easy to decide. Set along Ko Olina’s coastline, Kaula Luau pairs a Hawaiian feast with a cultural experience featuring hula, drumming, and fire-knife dancing. With dinner (if option selected), entertainment, and optional transportation bundled together, this immersive experience makes it easy to enjoy an authentic night of Polynesian culture without planning multiple activities.

Polynesian Fire Luau is one of the hottest shows in Myrtle Beach. The entertainment event features performers from different Polynesian Isles, just for the Luau. Your evening begins with a lei greeting by dancers. Then enjoy a buffet dinner accompanied with live music by our Polynesian band! After dinner, the show which highlights songs and dances from the different Polynesian cultures of Hawaii, Tahiti, Tonga, New Zealand and Samoa, begins. The night ends with an amazing performance by our World Champion Samoan Fire Knife Team. Check in time is half hour prior to start time and the address is: St John's Inn 6803 N Ocean Blvd, Myrtle Beach

This half-day boat cruise takes you to the two best snorkeling sites in Kealakekua Bay: The reef beneath Captain Cook's monument and the underwater lava formations of Red Hill. In addition to breakfast and lunch, your guides provide all necessary equipment, basic snorkeling tips, and identification charts to help you spot fish and dolphins in their natural habitat. Don’t forget your camera—the route showcases sweeping views of the Kona coastline.