Half board is a term used in the hospitality industry to describe a meal plan that includes breakfast and one other meal, usually dinner. However, there are other synonyms for this term, such as Modified American Plan (MAP), demi-pension, half pension, and continental half board. MAP is commonly used in North America while demi-pension and half pension are common in Europe. Continental half board is a meal plan that includes breakfast and a light evening meal, such as soup or salad. These meal plans are popular with travelers who want to have some meals included in their stay but also have the flexibility to explore local restaurants and cuisine.