Top 5 Reasons to Visit Shanghai

By Mhegan Lee • Apr 27, 2018

For vegan travelers, Shanghai may seem like a daunting place to visit because of its mostly meat-centric culture. But unbeknownst to many, there is a growing community of vegan and vegetarians in China's largest city. Not to mention the booming veg food scene. Whether you are looking for travel inspirations or ideas for your next destination, here are some of the best reasons why Shanghai should be on the top of your list.

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4 Tips on Traveling as a Vegan in Off-the-Beaten-Path Destinations

By Alison Trigg • Apr 23, 2018

Vegan travel is not hard. But it is not always easy either. While there has been an uptick of veg-friendly dining options across the globe, there are still places where being a veg traveler can be a tad tricky or downright difficult. So how do you eat off the beaten touristy paths when traveling around the world as a vegan?

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Vegtravelbuddies Interview with Lucas Spiegel, Founder of Earth and Eats and Haven Hearts

By Tina Chau • Apr 13, 2018

Today we feature our latest interviewee Lucas Spiegel, founder of Earth and Eats and Haven Hearts which is a vegan dog treat business that donates all its profits to animal sanctuaries. Lucas is one of those people who left their jobs to travel the world. He spent 22 months circling the globe and volunteering in animal sanctuaries. In this interview, he shares his travel experiences, the vegan food scene in some of the places he visited, and some great tips and advice on traveling as a vegan.

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5 of the Best Food Markets in the World That Vegans Need to Visit at Least Once

By Jercyl Lerin • Apr 10, 2018

Finding veg-friendly places to eat may not always be easy when you are traveling as a vegan off-the-beaten-track. But as long as there is a farmers' market or food market around, there is no reason to worry about where you will get your next meal. From fresh fruits and vegetables to a wide array of accidentally vegan or veg-friendly local delicacies, farmers' markets or food markets are among the best spots to explore and experience more of the places you visit. Whether you are looking for the freshest fruits or want to try veg-friendly artisanal products and other local treats, here are five of the best food markets from some of the world’s top destinations that you need to visit at least once.

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Vegtravelbuddies Interview with Janette Murray-Wakelin – Ultra Endurance Runner, Author, and Founder of Rawveganpath.com

By Tina Chau • Apr 6, 2018

In 2001, Janette Murray-Wakelin was diagnosed with breast cancer. She was told that she only had six months to live or up to a year if she undergoes conventional chemotherapy and radiation treatment. Fast forward to 2013, Janette, together with her husband Alan, ran 366 marathons covering 15,782 kilometers across Australia running entirely on raw vegan food. And on April 8, Janette will be running the Paris International Marathon. It will be the 500th marathon she will run in one day since she started taking on the diagnosis as a challenge. In this interview, we get a glimpse into her awe-inspiring story and the life choices she made on the road to healing and recovery.

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Vegtravelbuddies Interview with Tiki Touring Kiwi's Jordan "Jub" Bryant

By Tina Chau • Apr 3, 2018

Today, we share with you our interview with Jordan "Jub" Bryant, a vegan travel blogger who also writes about sports on his website Tiki Touring Kiwi. Jub believes that "playing sports with locals is one of the few ways you can genuinely ‘get to know’ the locals". He shares with us some of his experiences traveling as a vegan and a sports enthusiast as he continues to explore the world.

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Vegtravelbuddies Interview with Charlie Marchant, Creator of Charlie on Travel

By Tina Chau • Mar 29, 2018

Our interviewee today runs a sustainable and slow travel blog. A longtime vegetarian, Charlie Marchant spends most of her time on the road with her travel companion Luke exploring and experiencing life like locals do in different countries across the globe. By traveling slowly and sustainably, they hope to see more of every place they visit that not many tourists get to experience. You can learn more about their travels, tips, and other stories on her blog Charlie on Travel.

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Top 5 Vegetarian and Vegan Hotels to Stay at around Asia

By Jercyl L. • Mar 27, 2018

Traveling as a vegetarian or vegan in Asia can be a bit daunting, especially if it is your first time visiting the region. While some cities have a high concentration of veg-friendly dining options, there are destinations where finding a veg-friendly place can get tricky. Not to mention what may seem like a lack of accommodations that cater to veg travelers. But what if you can stay in a vegan-friendly or vegan hotel that lets you enjoy not just the company of fellow veg and non-veg travelers but also delicious plant-based cuisines? Here's a round-up of our top five vegetarian and vegan accommodations to stay at for your Asian getaway.

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