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20 Ultimate Wander List
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To Add To Your |
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Bucket List Of Places
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It’s never too late to go on a
holiday you’ll never forget!
Here’s a list of some of the best
cities to visit, according to tourists around the globe. It will give you a little glimpse
of each location and suggested attractions or activities that are a
must-see or do while you are there. Read on and maybe you’ll be a little
inspired in the new year 2015 to start planning the ultimate holiday.
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The saying that the best things
come in small packages is very true when it comes to
Bali because it is more than just small, it’s an
Indonesian paradise. Listening to your body’s needs
and pleasuring it with a massage on the beach or a
sybaritic spa is first on your travel checklist. Then
comes the shopping, the cuisine and the beautiful,
lively nightlife, you will never get enough of the
frangipani trees or the enchanting temple ceremonies.
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Sunny LA with all its energetic
buzz of dreamers and go-getters, it can be superficial
but also multicultural and complex. Visiting Hollywood,
the birthplace of the iconic Mickey Mouse, and taking
selfies on the Star Walk of Fame are just a snippet of
the LA experience.
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This is the seductive and energetic
birthplace of the tango, with atmospheric neighborhoods
bursting with romantic restaurants and pumping
nightlife. Embellished with European heritage in the
architecture, boulevards and parks.
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Pulsating with stunning mosques,
fascinating crafts and luxury living, Marrakech is a
very popular destination amongst travellers. Whether
you’d like to circle the Koutoubia mosque or enjoy a
culinary high with a side of modern art, it’s all here
from the exotic to the hypnotic.
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If you’re a first-timer, go ahead
and be as touristy as possible. Visit the Statue of
Liberty, Times Square, the Met, Central Park … But if
you’ve got more time, be sure to delve into the
neighborhoods because you’ll surely find quirky shops,
delis and hole-in-the-wall bars. It’s an incredibly
rewarding experience to go behind the scenes here.
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This is the Russia cultural heart,
home to the architectural jewels of the Winter Palace
and the Kazan Cathedral, with a side of the
world-renowned art of the Hermitage. You’ve got
everything from art and nightlife to fine dining here.
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The dream of every art historian,
this city is filled with the work of Michelangelo, which
grace the walls of the Basilica di Santa Croce. The city
appeals to photographers with its stunning views, and
Tuscan cuisine is the cherry on top.
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Home to the tallest building in the
world, the only seven-star hotel and the largest
artificial islands, Dubai is the multifaceted
cosmopolitan center of the future. Constantly full of
surprises, Dubai is ever changing with its multiplying
shopping malls, extraordinary architecture and delicious
gourmet restaurants featuring a taste of places from all
around the globe. In addition, you have the desert to
explore: just rent a dune buggy and go crazy.
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Dublin wears everything on its
Irish sleeve, from its fascinating history to its
brilliant personality and with all Georgian elegance
aside, Dublin is not like the other European capitals.
It’s amiable and witty and leaves you all at ease with
its charismatic and multicultural soul.
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Sun-kissed, sultry and shimmering.
By day, it’s a must to hit the beach, walk about
Miami’s colorful Art Deco architecture, or dare to hit
the envious South Beach celebrity scene. West of the
city is the Everglades, the most eccentric
ecosystem in North America while to the North you’ve
got the infamous Fort Lauderdale with its yachts and martinis.
Miami is sweaty but glamorous and the party is always
on, you take your pick!
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This is gondola central, with its
canals, restaurants, romantic ambiance, Grand Canal
palaces and marble churches. Venetians ignore the aqua
alta and marvel in their paintings, wine, music
and boho-chic trends. Always flowing with admirers at
any time of the year, visitors appreciate its cuisine,
art and espressos.
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This exotic city blends medieval
and modern as they co-exist in an urban center with
Parisian chic and Asian pace. Having survived
American bombs and Russian planners, Hanoi re-emerged
after economic reforms and is now scattered with huge
mansions, grand boulevards, lakes, and parks, not to
mention the 600 temples and pagodas. The City of the
Soaring Dragon awaits you.
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Indulge in fresh pastries, window
shopping, espressos and the warmly lit 1930s-era cafés,
or take a walk along the seaside. At Bairro Alto
you’ve got many restaurants with jazz and reggae vibes
filling the air and nightclubs scattered all over the
town. Lisbon’s Gothic cathedrals, monasteries and
museums all accentuate this lovely city.
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This tropical paradise is very
popular amongst travelers looking for a holiday of
beautiful beaches and gorgeous ancient cultural sites
around Sigatoka. Nadi is building its identity while
incorporating elements of a city, a business hub and a
tourist junction, and even if it never makes up its
mind, you should still give it a visit!
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Ravishing, radiant and
remarkable, that’s Rome. The city will continue to
amaze you every time you see the Colosseum or a
breathtaking baroque church. It embraces its historic
legacies, fine art and absolutely delicious food. Rome
is intriguing and will have you experiencing excitement
with all your senses.
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Sydney is attractive at any time of
day, so keep your eyes wide open! It’s famous for its
National Parks and its super eventful evenings of
undercover bar hunting, sporting events to support,
underground bands to check out or a super crazy party to
crash. The city’s glamorous but oh-so-casual at the
same time making it such a relaxed but vibrant
environment. Everybody loves to tan at the beautiful
golden beaches, enjoy the exciting food scene and
explore the very subtle touches of history.
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The ultimate cocktail of history,
art, fashion and food in one place, that’s London!
There’s a little something for everyone from the Tate
Modern and the Royal Opera House for the art fanatics,
Oxford Street shops for the ones willing to splurge, and
Abbey Road and the Sherlock Holmes Museum for the music
and book lovers.
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Shanghai is the chance to acquire a
taste of the past, present and future in one
dynamic cosmopolitan center in the world’s
fastest-changing nation. Exhilarating, and obsessed with
the latest fads, fashions and technology, this city has
got European-style cityscapes and a sci-fi skyline, so
don’t miss out on it.
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Bangkok is split into 50 unique
districts filled with golden palaces, porcelain inlaid
spires, and floating markets and food stalls. The old districts
still possess the grit that the city used to have,
which makes them a must-see for any first-time
visitors. Thai cuisine is one to marvel at too with
its diverse sweet, spicy, sour and salty flavors.
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One of the most enjoyable,
seemingly science fiction comic inspired cities in
Southeast Asia from beginning to end. You begin at one
of the world’s best airports and take a zippy MRT
train line without a single care given for the traffic.
Whether you’re up for a stroll through fashion
emporiums and antique shops, or you’re more
interested in the city parks or the city’s clubs,
Singapore has got it all. The city is colorful, soulful
and has a thriving creative environment!
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