The world offers so many beautiful places that choosing among them is often hard. When planning a vacation, you are always looking for different destinations depending on what you are looking to do. Do you want to relax? Do you want to head into an adventure? Want to learn during your break? There are different destinations that can fulfill your needs and wants. So, if you want to go where to go on holiday, we leave you with the best places for every activity you might be wanting to do.
Here are the best activities depending on what you want to do this vacation.
Do you want to relax? Head to the beaches
By popular opinion, there are a bunch of beaches you do not want to miss as an option. TripAdvisor’s Travelers choice awards of 2019 gave a selection of 25 beaches that are the best to visit. In the first place, you get Baia to do Sancho in Brazil, where the clear waters have a mirage-like heavenly view. Then there is Varadero Beach in Cuba, a not-so-crowded beach that remains without big hotel chains. Eagle beach in Aruba takes the third place, closely followed by La Concha, in Spain. If you are in the mood for deep turquoise waters, head to Playa Norte, in Isla Mujeres, Mexico; or even to Grace Bay beach in Turks and Caicos. For a spectacle, you have never experienced, head to the islands of Sicily, specifically to Spiaggia dei Conigli where between May and September you might be able to see Turtle and eggs disclosure. Finally, there is Kelingking beach in Bali, whose landscapes will leave you dumbfounded.
In the mood for adventure? Welcome to the Jungle
If you are more in the mood for getting a view to the exotic wildlife and performing a lot of different and challenging outdoor adventures, consider one of these jungle retreats that’ll leave you wanting to never leave the jungle. Araras Pantanal Ecolodge in Brazil offers you all the adventure of the jungle with all the comfort of a five-star hotel, you can get great views at the local wildlife and relax later in the hotel.
Bajaur Rola in India lets you stay in the middle of tiger’s territory, getting views of the wildlife that you won’t be able to see anywhere else, not only that but you’ll also be able to observe more than 100 different species of animals and plants. Puerto Maldonado also offers a great destination at Inkaterra Reserva Amazonica, where you can climb the banks of the Madre de Dios River, if you want complete disconnecting from the cities, head here where you’ll be woken up by the birds and surrounded by the wildlife all the time.
Pacuare Lodge in Costa Rica is in the heart of the Caribbean jungle, it is deep into a protected rainforest and will let you have unique views of the colorful wildlife, including monkeys, sloths, jaguars and a wide variety of birds. Finally, there is Sukau Rainforest in Malaysia, where you’ll be able to observe 10 different species of monkey including the largest number of orangutans in all Malaysia.
Hungry? This is the best gastronomical destinations
If you are a world-class eater and plan your vacations around what you are going to eat, these are the destinies you cannot be missing from your vacation options. First, of course, there is Naples, where you can get the one and only Pizza Napoletana and you’ll be able to enjoy lots of different dishes from the Italian and Mediterranean cuisine.
Crete, in Greece, is also a great option for those who enjoy Mediterranean cuisine. Heading towards the east, Hong Kong is a gastronomical capital in China, where you’ll be able to find a large number of restaurants serving the traditional dishes of the Chinese culture.
New Delhi is definitely a most for the guzzlers of the world, strong flavors and aromas are in every cuisine you come across with, so let yourself be delighted by the spices used in the Indian cuisine.
Oaxaca in Mexico will have your mouth watering the second you enter the city. Being the very heart of the Mexican culinary traditions, Oaxaca offers you a variety of delicious and strange dishes, from traditional tamales to “chapulines” (fried crickets with lemon and spices) which are better than they sound. Finally, Lyon is a classic that you have to eat in at least once in your life. Lyon is the culinary capital, not only of France but of the world.
Want to learn about other cultures? Check these countries
If you are seeking to get yourself soaked in foreign cultures, here are some of the most culture-filled countries you can visit.
First, there is Bhutan, where you can find a bunch of hidden jewels. The country reunites religion with nature and gives you the beauty of a culture with the beauty of the Himalayans.
Cambodia is another destiny which has so much culture for you to absorb. The ancient temples, tropical beaches, and remote jungles all tell the story of this very beautiful country.
The Low Countries (The Netherlands and Belgium) offer some of the best-preserved medieval towns, visit the cathedrals and palaces, and delight yourself with the art that bursts in the cities.
Finally, Shrines in Japan will let you submerge yourself into the geisha culture and learn as much as you can about the fascinating heritage of the Japanese culture.