Whether you're on vacation or out on business in a faraway land, you'll definitely be in need of a fine drink - but why not take the experience a little further? From the depths of the Maldives to pre-war Berlin, here's a list of bars across the world that will whisk you away from your comfort zone. Click through for our favorite international hot spots you need to see to believe.
Zulunkhuni River Lodge–Malawi
This piece of paradise is about as remote as it gets, and can only be reached by private boat. Located near the small fishing village Ruarwe on the northern shore of Africa's Malawi lake, this eco-lodge is surrounded by cascading waterfalls, mango trees, and jungle canopies. Their restaurant and bar lies within the granite boulders of an ancient waterfall and is lush with vegetarian snacks as well as a myriad of fresh fruit alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks.
Between Nkhata Bay and Chitimba, Boghoyo, Malawi
Orphanage Cocktail Emporium–South Africa
Over the last ten years, Capetown has been carefully crafting itself into one of South Africa's hippest cities. However, given South Africa's rich and devastating history this beautiful bar has a story to tell. The name celebrates the St. Paul's Church that took in groups of children orphaned by a giant flu epidemic in the 1900s. Thriving on tomfoolery with its Oliver Twist theme, the Orphanage Cocktail Emporium is a magical laboratory serving up artisan cocktails, potions, and elixirs. Private dining is available and reservations are strongly encouraged.
227 Bree Street, Cape Town 8000, South Africa
Le Comptoir General–France
Known as the "Ghetto Museum," this Parisian gem is full of funk and soul. With it's somewhat dingy yet tropical Williamsburg kitchen vibes, Jaws poster, and various events from hair braiding to all-night dance parties, Le Comptoir is a cultural immersion. Feel free to sit down and have a beer, or rum with fresh juice. They even offer a delicious buffet brunch. Entry is by donation.
80 quai de Jemmapes, 75010 Paris, France
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