Travel Bucket List: The Best 5 Places To Visit In The World

Dec 27, 2023 | Articles, Travel

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Traveling is an alluring experience connecting people and nature, creating long-lasting unforgettable memories. That’s why everyone has a bucket list of places they’d love to visit—for scenic beauty, food, shopping, art, culture, and fun.

So, what are the best places to travel? That depends on what you want to experience. Here, we’ll discuss the top travel destinations in the world, from Las Vegas to Rome to Paris to Bora Bora to the Maldives.

Let’s get started.

 

Las Vegas, Nevada, USA

Las Vegas has something for everyone, from entertainment to luxurious hotels to premium shopping and fashion outlets. You can enjoy local and international food and drinks at Bellagio, Caesars Palace, Aria, and Mandarin hotels. Head to Las Vegas Premium Outlets, Downtown Summerlin, Fashion Show, the Shops at Crystals, and Galleria at Sunset for shopping.

You can’t afford to miss the nightlife Las Vegas offers. There are enough nightclubs, bars, and restaurants to dance the night away as you sip beer or cocktail of your preference. If you love to gamble, there are enough gaming tables and online options to try. You can check trusted casino reviews here to help you choose the best casinos that are safe, secure, and properly licensed with generous bonuses.

Nature enthusiasts can go kayaking at Hoover Dam, Emerald Cave, Lake Las Vegas, or the Grand Canyon. These sites also suit horseback riding, mountain biking, and hiking. Alternatively, you can access the Death Valley National Park or Zion National Park from Vegas.

A night at the Neon Museum is enough to learn the city’s rich history firsthand. You’ll see pieces of the old casinos and businesses (neon signs) fully lit. You can also check in at the Old Las Vegas Mormon Fort for a collection of historical artifacts of the Mormon Missionaries.

 

 

Maldives

Maldives is a tropical haven in the heart of the Indian Ocean with over 1,000 islands, white sand beaches, overwater bungalows, and underwater hotels. You need proof of enough money, a travel plan, and a valid passport to come to Maldives. The visa is valid for 30 days (can be extended to 90 days).

Maldives’ menus largely consist of seafood, coconut, and starches: visitors can expect a dish of curries, fried fish, and samosas. You can find more options at high-end hotels like 5.8 Undersea Restaurant, which serves international cuisine, from Italian to Spanish to Asian dishes.

You can get around the Maldives on foot or by ferry, seaplane, or speedboat. Scuba diving and snorkeling are popular activities. Visitors can also unwind at the numerous island spas and beaches or explore the 2.2 square miles Malé (Maldivian capital).

If you’re planning to visit Maldives, be kind to the island. You can watch the fighting back the tides of trash to see how environmental activists are fighting the rising sea levels and pollution in Maldives.

 

Bora Bora

Located in French Polynesia, Bora Bora is home to vibrant coral reefs, underwater bungalows, high-end resorts, and scenic beauty. At the center of Bora Bora, a dormant volcano rises, extends to the lush jungle surrounding Mount Otemanu, and spills into an aquamarine lagoon.

A trip to Bora Bora starts by exploring Vaitape, the island’s main port, which has a series of eateries and souvenir shops. The best hotels along this street include Le Meridien, St. Regis, Four Seasons Resort, and St James Restaurant. They serve local cuisines like marinated raw tuna, poisson cru, mahi-mahi, and bonito.

You can get around this island using a bike, rental car, local bus system, or taxi. Popular outdoor activities include snorkeling with Sharks and Stingrays, hiking Mount Otemanu, jet skiing, sunbathing at Matira Beach, and 4×4 excursions.

 

Paris, France

Paris boasts a vast collection of art and world-class restaurants, museums, and fashion—and the River Seine flows through the city. Along the River Seine are Neo-classic design architecture, glowing street lamps, trees, and old churches that give Paris a splendid atmosphere.

Once in Paris, go to the top of the Eiffel Tower and have a view of the city. For designer shopping, a series of boutiques in Le Marais and Champs Elysees awaits. These places also have high-end restaurants that serve dishes from the local ‘tres bien’ to international cuisine like Asian fusion.

If you love art, learn how to bake French croissants or see the Mona Lisa painting hanging in the Louvre Museum. Mona Lisa, painted between 1503 and 1519 on a wood panel by Leonardo da Vinci, is considered the world’s most famous painting.

 

Rome, Italy

Rome is a magical city with a rich history. As you traverse Rome, you’ll see historic gems and structures like the Roman Forum, churches, and the Pantheon. The Vatican Museums houses more art that reveals the history of Rome.

Fast forward, Rome is a modern city with state-of-the-art hotels and restaurants that serve local and the latest culinary dishes. In downtown Rome, you’ll find bars serving wines or coffee joints serving the best espresso drinks. The best places to go shopping in Rome are Monti, Via Condotti, Spanish Steps, Via del Corso, La Rinascente, and Via del Babuino.

A trip to Rome is only complete with a visit to St. Peter’s Basilica, the epicenter of Roman Catholicism. At the top of St. Peter’s Basilica, you can view the spectacular landscape of Rome. You can see the Pope during Wednesday’s General Audience.

 

Travel the World When You Can

The world is full of exciting places to visit, from historic cities to magnificent islands to deserts, parks, and mountains. When adding a destination to your travel list, consider what you want to experience and budget.

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