On topic...
I have to intervene here, as I cannot allow this level of negativity regarding travel and the food of other nations to pass uncorrected.
You see, I have travelled to approx 25 countries across several continents. The experience has been overwhelmingly positive.
Of course there were some hassles involving flight delays or suchlike, but overall it has been entirely worth it, EVERY TIME!
I have had some scary moments on business, often found myself out of my depth... but its all part of life's rich tapestry.
Much of this came about because when I travelled on business, I was lucky enough to always travel business class, with 5 Star hotels (or 4 star as a reluctant minimum).
When travelling for pleasure, I cant afford business class these days, but I won't stay in a hotel which is LESS than 4 stars.
If I ever encountered an issue with accommodation or food, then raising it with the right level of management has always quickly resolved it.
In terms of food, the hotels I have stayed in have proved a wide range of choices... very easy to get bland British fayre.
But, I have always gone out of my way to sample the local delicacies.
Mezo Soup in Japan, odd looking shellfish in Hong Kong, spurious cooked meats in Italy and surprisingly bland curries in India have all enriched my life more than I can possibly say.
Admittedly I did fall ill in Bangladesh, but it was entirely my fault.... after all if you pester a hotel chef to rustle up an omelette with prawns in it ...whilst 1000 miles inland and 90 degree heat... you deserve all you get. Although it could have been the hangover from the night before??
So come on, broaden your horizons, you only live once..... see the world!