Alcohol Near Me! The Top Drinking Experiences Worldwide

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As if we really needed an excuse, August is a big month for alcohol, with national days dedicated to wine, beer, prosecco and rum. So, pull up a barstool and drink in what the world has to offer!

Best place for … Beer: Germany & Prague

Hardly a huge revelation, we know, but if you’ve never been to Germany for Oktoberfest (only the largest beer festival on the planet) to wear lederhosen, dance to traditional Bavarian music, eat pretzels and drink as much beer as your heart desires then … can you even call yourself a true connoisseur?

We couldn’t let this pass without a nod to Prague, too, as not only can you drink beer here, but you can brew your own, too - along with many other related activities!

Pick your beer-in-Prague experience here!

Best place for … Vodka: Russia

Again, hardly a shocker, but when it comes to taking vodka seriously, you’ve really gotta see it to believe it. While most of the world enjoys their vodka in a cocktail, you’ll only ever see a Russian drinking it straight. As you might expect, therefore, there are tons of different experiences you can indulge in here, such as a visit to the Museum of Russian Vodka, drinking like a local with a vodka-tasting menu and getting swept up in some traditional dancing. Well, it would be rude not to, wouldn’t it?

Best place for … Wine: South Africa & Italy

Another joint first-place category - you’ll soon see why!

You may automatically think of Italy when it comes to wine, and you’d have good reason to; between the winding roads of Tuscany, enveloped by acres of lush vineyards, and the fountain that flows with red wine 24/7 in the small town of Abruzzo, you could certainly choose a far inferior destination to get your fix.

Browse all our wine-based Italian activities here

South Africa is another hot spot for wine, and you can choose from a range of ways to fully indulge, from a wine safari where you’ll get up-close and personal with the ‘Big Five’ (Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Sauvignon Blanc, Pinotage and Merlot) to a private tour of the Cape Winelands - not to mention the many wineries along the Garden Route.

Book your tour of the Cape Winelands here

Best place for … Pina Colada: Puerto Rico

A number of different establishments in Puerto Rico have laid claim to inventing the much-loved cocktail, so you know what that means … right? You’ll just have to try them all to decide for yourself!

Experience Puerto Rico

Best place for … Guinness: Dublin

If you like your Guinness, you’re probably going to want to book a trip to Dublin, pronto. A tour of the Guinness Storehouse awaits, inviting you to enjoy mini-samples before a full-size one, taking in the 360-degree panoramic view of the city from the top while you sip. What’s more, you can also learn how to properly pour your own pint of the famously frothy beer from the masters (at a 45-degree angle for approximately 119.5 seconds, in case you were wondering.).

Best place for … Scotch: Scotland

The clue’s kinda in the name, isn’t it? There’s no better place to enjoy a Scotch whisky than in its birthplace, and with tours offered at a number of distilleries and tastings ready among other like-minded connoisseurs, you’ll be simply spoilt for choice. What’s more, Scotland has five distinct whisky regions - each producing its own version - so clear your mind and ready your palate!

Visit Scotland

Best place for … Rum: Cuba

Whether you like yours straight or as part of a Mojito, there’s just something about Cuban rum - sipped alongside a Cuban cigar with the sound of local musicians playing in the background.

Enjoy Cuba

Still with us or already drunk on the endless possibilities? Get booking … while you still can!

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