UNMISSABLE TRAVEL EXPERIENCES IN 2020
Visiting the planet's greatest places and having the chance to live unique moments, is a worthy experience everyone should have. There are countless incredible and unique things to see and experience in this world.
For all travel lovers and adventure seekers out there, today we are bringing you 10 unmissable experiences to add to your travel bucket list.
For all travel lovers and adventure seekers out there, today we are bringing you 10 unmissable experiences to add to your travel bucket list.
# 1 Hiking in the Grand Canyon - Arizona, USA
Explore one of the seven natural wonders in the world, perfect destination for sightseeing, hiking, and rafting. If you are planning to go and you want to get the best view, go to the south rim and try to take a short hike down below the rim, there you can get the full scale of the view.
Visit and enjoy the marvellous view from the Grand Canyon Skywalk (USA), which is a glass bridge, located around 1.2 Kilometers above the 2 Billion years rock bottom floor of the canyon (Tip: Save money purchasing your entrance ticket beforehand).
Get yourself ready to explore where many musicians and artists took inspiration for their art, even the Flintstones were there.
Visit and enjoy the marvellous view from the Grand Canyon Skywalk (USA), which is a glass bridge, located around 1.2 Kilometers above the 2 Billion years rock bottom floor of the canyon (Tip: Save money purchasing your entrance ticket beforehand).
Get yourself ready to explore where many musicians and artists took inspiration for their art, even the Flintstones were there.
# 2 Dive in the Great Barrier Reef, Australia
The Great Barrier Reef is also considered one of the natural wonders of the world and diving there is one of our unmissable recommended experiences for 2020. The reef is located in the Coral Sea, off the coast of Queensland in Australia.
Dive in the world's largest coral reef system and discover around 1500 different species of fish and 300 types of coral that made the reef their home.
Try to get an underwater camera beforehand, as the footage you will record beneath the water will be priceless.
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Dive in the world's largest coral reef system and discover around 1500 different species of fish and 300 types of coral that made the reef their home.
Try to get an underwater camera beforehand, as the footage you will record beneath the water will be priceless.
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# 3 Visit the temples of Bagan, Myanmar
Discover more than 2.200 temples located in Bagan. An ancient city recognized as a World Heritage Site by the UNESCO, located in Myanmar. The thousands of temples that have survived are a testament to the religious devotion of Mynamar's people over the centuries. To see the temples, visit the Bagan Archeological Zone, (pay an entry fee of K25.000) and once inside, feel free to explore the whole area.
Don't forget to have a look at the Ananda Temple, which is the holiest temple there that was built in 1105 AD and the Dhammayangyi Temple, the largest one of them.
While being there, you would be able to experience a breathtaking sunrise and sunset, and if you have the chance; take a ride in a hot air balloon and make this experience even more unique.
Don't forget to have a look at the Ananda Temple, which is the holiest temple there that was built in 1105 AD and the Dhammayangyi Temple, the largest one of them.
While being there, you would be able to experience a breathtaking sunrise and sunset, and if you have the chance; take a ride in a hot air balloon and make this experience even more unique.
# 4 Release the lanterns in Yi Peng festival, Thailand
The Yi Peng Festival is celebrated every year in Chiang Mai, Thailand. It is celebrated on the full moon of the twelfth lunar month (that means the middle of November). Locals believe that during these days rivers are filled to their fullest and the moon is at its brightest, so they release lit lanterns into the sky and make a wish for the new year. During the festival days, there are a lot of activities to enjoy and spectacular dishes to try all over the city, so get ready to get a full package of unique experiences.
Pro Tip: If you want to get the best view during this night, the best place to head is Mae Jo University.
Pro Tip: If you want to get the best view during this night, the best place to head is Mae Jo University.
# 5 Hike the Andes to reach Incan ruins of Machu Picchu, Peru
Hiking around the most significant legacies of the Inca civilization should be on everyone's travel bucket list. Machu Picchu is an ancient Inca city located in Cusco, Peru. Declared UNESCO world heritage and one of the new seven wonders of the world. Machu Picchu is the most famous archaeological site in Latin America. Visit this mysterious ancient city, enjoy a truly beautiful landscape and the hiking experience too of course.
To visit this unique place, take a train from Cusco to Aguas Calientes (closest town to reach Machu Picchu) there you will also find hostels and different hotels to stay at, just don't forget to make your reservations beforehand.
To visit this unique place, take a train from Cusco to Aguas Calientes (closest town to reach Machu Picchu) there you will also find hostels and different hotels to stay at, just don't forget to make your reservations beforehand.
# 6 Admire the majesty of the Taj Mahal in Dehli, India
The sight of the ivory-white marble mausoleum will leave you speechless. The Taj mahal is located in the city of Agra, in India. It's a tomb that could be said "was built out of love", by the Moghul Emperor Shah Jahn for his beloved wife, Mumtay Mahal. In all of its glory, it was considered by the UNESCO as "The jewel of Muslim art in India".
Being a major touristic sight, it is usually crowded, so if you are planning to visit, try to wake up early and get to the ticket booth. Once you are inside, you can enjoy the beautiful sunrise from there.
Insider tip: Within this great piece of art, you will find the Moghul Gardens. From there, you have another stunning view of the Taj Mahal which is also where the Moghuls used to walk and enjoy the beauty of the garden. Another place to visit in the vicinity is the Mehtab Bagh, which is located North leading towards the Taj Mahal.
Being a major touristic sight, it is usually crowded, so if you are planning to visit, try to wake up early and get to the ticket booth. Once you are inside, you can enjoy the beautiful sunrise from there.
Insider tip: Within this great piece of art, you will find the Moghul Gardens. From there, you have another stunning view of the Taj Mahal which is also where the Moghuls used to walk and enjoy the beauty of the garden. Another place to visit in the vicinity is the Mehtab Bagh, which is located North leading towards the Taj Mahal.
# 7 Watch the greatest wildlife show on earth in Kenya
Get a front row seat to nature's greatest wildlife show on earth in Kenya and experience the greatness of nature. Visit Kenya during the Great migration and you would have the chance to see more than 1.5 million wildebeests making their way from Maasai Mara National Park to Serengeti National Park. This event its recognized as one of the new seven wonders of the natural world. Also, while visiting Kenya, go hiking to the Mount Kenya (second tallest mountain in Africa). At 5000 meters above sea level, you will enjoy an incredible view and get impressed by the majesty of nature. Observe animals like elephants, giraffes, lions, Antilope, leopards in their natural habitat.
Special spot: Visit Lake Nakuru, it is the most accessible wildlife sight for tourists and it is on the way while heading to check other national parks.
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Special spot: Visit Lake Nakuru, it is the most accessible wildlife sight for tourists and it is on the way while heading to check other national parks.
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# 8 Take a boat trip in Lan Ha Bay, Vietnam
Lan Ha Bay, is also known as the 'adventurous bay' and a boat trip here will be completely different to any traditional boat trip you might have done before. This bay in Vietnam consists of 1996 islets, so a lot to see and explore for sure. A bay that offers a lot of different activities; Go kayaking, explore the area in your own way and enjoy the beautiful water. Also you can go swimming or diving, enjoy the warm water and see more than 2000 different species of fish!
You can also just enjoy the sun and the 139 gorgeous beaches & tropical surroundings. You can basically head for a different beach every day with some cold drinks and your day will be well spent.
Pro tip: Visit a floating village! the nearby Cai Beo floating village would be an amazing and unique stop during your trip to get to know more about the locals.
If you are adventurous enough, then the adventurous bay is gonna be the perfect destination for you.
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You can also just enjoy the sun and the 139 gorgeous beaches & tropical surroundings. You can basically head for a different beach every day with some cold drinks and your day will be well spent.
Pro tip: Visit a floating village! the nearby Cai Beo floating village would be an amazing and unique stop during your trip to get to know more about the locals.
If you are adventurous enough, then the adventurous bay is gonna be the perfect destination for you.
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# 9 Visit the world's biggest Buddhist temple in Indonesia
The largest temple in the world, Borobudur, is located in Central Java, and is the most visited place in Indonesia.
Although the builder of this temple is unknown, it is estimated that construction began before 800 CE. It consists of 9 platforms, and a central dome, all decorated with 2672 relief panels and 504 Buddha statues.
If you want to visit the temple and live a dream experience, visit it early in the morning. Watching the sunrise will be worth waking up early. Also, if you go early, the place will be less crowded, and you will have time to enjoy it to the fullest.
You'll probably be walking a lot, so comfortable shoes and loose clothing will be a good choice.
How to get there: Take the public bus from Yogyakarta (it will cost you less than 1 euro, yes, less than 1 euro). Or you can take the minibus for about 4 euros. That's a very good deal.
Although the builder of this temple is unknown, it is estimated that construction began before 800 CE. It consists of 9 platforms, and a central dome, all decorated with 2672 relief panels and 504 Buddha statues.
If you want to visit the temple and live a dream experience, visit it early in the morning. Watching the sunrise will be worth waking up early. Also, if you go early, the place will be less crowded, and you will have time to enjoy it to the fullest.
You'll probably be walking a lot, so comfortable shoes and loose clothing will be a good choice.
How to get there: Take the public bus from Yogyakarta (it will cost you less than 1 euro, yes, less than 1 euro). Or you can take the minibus for about 4 euros. That's a very good deal.
# 10 Visit Morocco and go on a Camel ride in the Sahara Desert
Riding a camel, or "the ship of the desert", as the bedouins refer to it, will make you feel like Lawerence of Arabia. The Sahara desert is the biggest in the world, and Morocco has a fair share of it.
Salute your caravan goodbye, as they drop you off at Marrakesh. Once you enter this city, make your way towards its main square and market, Jemaa el-Fnaa. In the main square of Marrakesh, you will find snake charmers, monkeys, traditional shops, carts and everything you ever read in the stories of One Thousand and One Nights.
Go shopping in the Souq, the Arabic word for market. Here you would need to use your negotiation skills. Haggle as much as you can, until you get a fair deal.
Simply walking around would be a unique experience itself, as every part of this country is different from the other, but the one thing that is common all over is the delicious food.
Food advice: Try the Tagine, which is a stew of different kinds of vegetables and/or meat, with some couscous.
Salute your caravan goodbye, as they drop you off at Marrakesh. Once you enter this city, make your way towards its main square and market, Jemaa el-Fnaa. In the main square of Marrakesh, you will find snake charmers, monkeys, traditional shops, carts and everything you ever read in the stories of One Thousand and One Nights.
Go shopping in the Souq, the Arabic word for market. Here you would need to use your negotiation skills. Haggle as much as you can, until you get a fair deal.
Simply walking around would be a unique experience itself, as every part of this country is different from the other, but the one thing that is common all over is the delicious food.
Food advice: Try the Tagine, which is a stew of different kinds of vegetables and/or meat, with some couscous.
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