Half the fun of taking a vacation to an overseas locale is the opportunity to try authentic food from the country you are visiting. Whether it’s bratwursts in Germany, pasta in Italy or truffles in France, you don’t have to be a foodie to enjoy what the locals have to offer.

Hotels.com released the results of a global survey that discovered some core facts about American food preferences internationally and domestically. Over 1,000 Americans participated in the global survey and 63 percent of the respondents specified food as an important factor when selecting a hotel for various types of travel.

Below is a sample of the survey results and what we learned about American dining habits. Do any of the results surprise you?

Best Cities in the World for Local Cuisine (According to American Travelers)

1. New York
2. Rome
3. New Orleans
4. Paris
5. Mexico City
6. Tokyo
7. Venice
8. Florence
9. Chicago
10. Bangkok

Best Countries for Family Dining (According to American Travelers)

1. USA
2. Italy
3. Germany
4. France
5. Great Britain
6. Mexico
7. Spain
8. Canada
9. Japan
10. India

Best Countries for Fine Dining (According to American Travelers)

1. France
2. Italy
3. USA
4. Spain
5. Germany
6. Great Britain
7. Japan
8. India
9. Belgium
10. Australia

 

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