Ideas for those who love good dining!
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Location: At the cliffs of the Waldorf Astoria, Cabo San Lucas
View: Cliffside ocean views with waves crashing just below you
Best Time to Go: November to May (dry season)
Solo Safety: Very safe in this resort zone; book a reservation and take official transportation
Known For: Catch-of-the-day seafood market experience, romantic ambiance, candlelit coastal dining
Location: Pingwe Beach, southeast coast of Zanzibar
View: A restaurant on a rock in the middle of the sea — reach it by foot or boat
Best Time to Go: June to October (dry season)
Solo Safety: Very safe in tourist areas; best to visit during daylight and with a trusted driver
Known For: Iconic seafood platter, lobster pasta, and surreal setting in the Indian Ocean
Location: Diani Beach, South Coast of Kenya
View: Inside a natural coral cave lit by candles and a view of the stars through an open ceiling
Best Time to Go: June to September or December to March
Solo Safety: Diani is safe and popular with solo travelers — use hotel transport or trusted taxis
Known For: Romantic cave dining, international-meets-Swahili cuisine, and magical ambiance
Location: Inside the Kupu Kupu Barong Villas, overlooking Ayung River Valley
View: Elevated jungle views with a private table that looks like it’s floating in the air
Best Time to Go: May to September (dry season)
Solo Safety: Bali is very solo-travel friendly; Ubud is laid-back and spiritual
Known For: Private birdcage-style tables, Indonesian fusion cuisine, romantic jungle luxury
