New year, new you? How about New Year, new books? Make the most of the winter months in 2018 by stocking up on travel reads that nourish your inner explorer and establish literary bliss.

From pictorial pleasures and global culinary creations, to an enlightening look at India’s ravishing heritage, it’s time to clear out your bookshelf and make room for these five captivating finds.

One of the best things about traveling is getting the opportunity to try new foods and experience local specialties, which is why Insight Vacations places food at the center of its itineraries. Whether it’s a Moroccan banquet spread on low tables and accompanied by exotic belly dancers; a classic Tyrolean mountain supper of smoked sausage, horseradish and bock; or a Spanish tapas extravaganza of chopitos, olives, cheeses and croquetas, our culinary experiences are a feast for all the senses. Here are five of our greatest signature experiences for food lovers, from tasting Peruvian dainties in the Andes to sampling the divine goose liver of Budapest.

With many destinations enjoying warmer weather, July is traditionally the month associated most with vacations. Yet it’s also undoubtedly a month of two halves. Travelers should seek the period before schools break up if they are chasing peace and quiet (and a good deal), while those after a buzzing, family-friendly atmosphere might do well to travel in the latter part of the month. Taking both preferences into account, we’ve selected some of our favorite destinations for those wondering where to visit in July.