U.S. News Travel recently put
up a list of the top 25 places in the world to visit. A quick peek reveals the
list to be Europe- and North America-heavy, so we have pulled the top
destination from every continent (excluding Antarctica) to discuss what makes
these places so special.
6. Cape Town, South Africa (Africa)—The top spot
in the African continent for tourism, Cape Town has not only great landscapes
but a social atmosphere to complement it.
The chain of mountains and specifically Table Mountain offer great
sight-seeing targets for any adventurous tourist. Cape Town also offers a great
nightlife and vineyards for the oenophiles. Some of the best attractions
include the District Six Museum and the site of Nelson Mandela’s jail cell on
Robben Island.
5. Maldives (Asia)—The islands of
Maldives make a great vacation spot with the beautiful scenery and picturesque
sunsets. If you enjoy exploring the water or even relaxing on the beach,
Maldives may be a place you want to save up to visit. Having long been an
Islamic nation, the attire tends to be rather conservative amongst the citizens,
meaning one should dress accordingly upon attendance (specifically at mosques).
If you love to sample seafood, Maldives offers many kinds of fish in its local
cuisine, though hungry tourists must be careful if their body is not yet
adjusted to the new environment.
4. Rio de Janeiro, Brazil (South America)—Like
the country from which it hails, Rio de Janeiro is well-known for its party
atmosphere. Citizens stay out late to dance and eat and often dress up in very flamboyant costumes for
special occasions. The primary language is Portugese, and some of the main
attractions include the beautiful rainforests and its massive Christ the
Redeemer statue.
3. Sydney (Australia)—It wasn’t the
host of the 2000 Olympic Games for nothing. Sydney is renowned for its diverse
population that ensures a wide-ranging variety of arts, food, and many other
multi-cultural aspects. English is the
primary language and the currency is nearly equivalent to the U.S. dollar, but
the similarities stop there. Aussies drive on the left side of the road and
have swapped seasons.
2. Maui, Hawaii (North America)—Though it
seems silly to have to state a case for a Hawaiian island, here it goes: the
beach, water sports, hula dancers, and of course, the rich history of the
islands. Several intriguing stories explain the current culture of Maui and many other Hawaiian destinations.
1. Paris, France (Europe)—U.S. News points
out that while the landmarks offer the biggest attractions, what tourists love
most are the cafes, markets and shopping centers. While a quick trip to the Notre Dame
Cathedral and Eiffel Tower will shorten the bucket list, the heart of the culture
lies in its many other facets.
Honorable mentions: Puerto Rico,
Bora Bora, U.S. Virgin Islands
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