Vegan travel has never been easier. From Berlin’s plant-based scene to Taipei’s Buddhist restaurants, here are the world’s best destinations for vegan travelers.
Top Vegan-Friendly Cities
- Berlin, Germany: Europe’s vegan capital — 80+ vegan restaurants, vegan döner kebabs, and supermarkets with whole vegan aisles
- Taipei, Taiwan: Buddhist vegetarian tradition means incredible vegan options everywhere, including night markets
- Tel Aviv, Israel: 5% of Israel is vegan — the highest per capita in the world. Amazing Middle Eastern vegan food
- London, UK: Rapidly growing scene. Temple of Seitan, Mildreds, and vegan options at nearly every restaurant
- Chiang Mai, Thailand: Already heavily plant-based cuisine. Cheap, delicious, and widely available
- Los Angeles, USA: The plant-based food innovation hub. Crossroads Kitchen, Gracias Madre
- Ubud, Bali: Wellness-focused town with abundant raw vegan cafés and organic restaurants
Naturally Vegan Cuisines
- Indian: Huge vegetarian tradition — many dishes are naturally vegan (dal, chana masala, aloo gobi)
- Middle Eastern: Hummus, falafel, baba ganoush, tabbouleh
- Ethiopian: Injera with vegetable wots (stews) — often vegan during fasting periods
- Thai: Request “jay” (เจ) for Buddhist-style vegan food
Essential Phrases
Learn “I don’t eat meat, fish, eggs, or dairy” in the local language. Cards with your dietary restrictions in local script (available from apps like VeganPassport) are lifesavers.
Useful Apps
- HappyCow: The #1 app for finding vegan restaurants worldwide
- Abillion: Vegan food reviews and restaurant finder
- Google Translate: Camera mode for menu translation
Final Thoughts
The world is increasingly vegan-friendly. With a bit of research and the right tools, you can eat incredible plant-based food in almost any country on Earth.
