If you're thinking about planning your next vacation or just dreaming of seeing the world, there are so many undiscovered destinations full of amazing adventures, amazing scenery, spectacular food…and few tourists.
So editor-in-chief u/meeceyjim10 asked: “What is your “unexpected” travel recommendation…a place where you tell people you visited and loved it, and they respond with a “really?” » Here are some of the answers you might want to consider for your next getaway.
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“Mongolia. It was an amazing place and it offers a lot of cool experiences. You can hunt with eagles, visit the western steppes, sandboard in the Gobi Desert, see reindeer, and much more Again.”
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“Luxembourg. It is a charming town beautifully situated on a promontory between two gorges and whose walls are riddled with ancient fortifications. Once outside, the country lies in the Ardennes, a region of wooded hills dotted with winding rivers, of picturesque villages and They produce excellent Riesling wine in addition to beer, thanks to the Belgian tradition of monastic brewing. The food is a deliciously fantastic mix of French and German influences.
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“Nicaragua was beautiful and a lot of fun, plus it's full of good food. It's super underrated in my opinion.”
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“Dominica. It’s the hidden natural gem of the Caribbean. There are so many incredible volcanoes.”
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“Lebanon. Go for the delicious food, nice people, nightlife and beautiful scenery throughout the country. And the food too! I went to Israel, which was amazing in itself, but I got even more enjoyed Lebanon.”
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“Albania. In America, most people don't even know where it is, and many Europeans think it's always dangerous. But in reality, it's the country of the kindest people, beautiful beaches, breathtaking mountains and nature like Theth National Park.”
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“Detroit, Michigan. The city has a very bad reputation and people always talk about it in a very negative way while ignoring the incredible history, art, museums and music. You have to be careful as in no matter what big city, but the culture there is incredible.”
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“La Paz, Bolivia. I'm absolutely obsessed with this place. It's both amazing and a little strange. There's a witches' market, a cemetery with huge graffiti murals, and a huge city cable car system used for public transportation. It's just one of those cities that always surprised me. I loved the town of Sucre and its salt flats, but I've been itching to return to La Paz since my first visit.”
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“Zimbabwe. It's the country of the kindest people, the best safaris I've experienced in Africa and absolutely breathtaking landscapes. Plus, you have the bonus of Victoria Falls.”
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“Easter Island, located off the west coast of Chile. It took 17 hours to get there, but it was so interesting and even a little sad that it was once home to such a unique civilization. I loved looking for the Moai, the megalithic statues that you've probably seen in photos and climbing the three volcanoes.
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“Laos is one of my favorite countries. I loved traveling along the Mekong River by cargo ship. The ancient capital of Luang Prabang and the city of Vientiane are great places to visit. The food is phenomenal and the The entire country is relatively untouched by tourism.
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“Idaho. Almost everyone I talk to reacts with confusion. 'What's in Idaho?' they think. This underrated state has mountains, rivers, lakes, reservoirs, hot springs, Craters of the Moon National Park and Boise, an amazing capital city.
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“Gdańsk, Poland. I had never been to Poland and was sent there for work. At first it seemed like an industrial town without much going on, but I was very pleasantly surprised to find friendly people , cool architecture and good food. It's not a huge city, so it's pretty easy to see as part of a larger trip to Eastern Europe. When I mention Gdańsk to people like vacation destination, most have not even heard of it.
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“Pondicherry, India. I traveled from Sikkim, in northeast India, to the southern tip of this amazing country, and the French colonial town of Pondicherry was my favorite place. Walking along from the seafront at night was truly magical.”
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“Bucharest, Romania. I recently spent a few weeks there. I went there without any expectations and it turned out to be a great city. It is very beautiful, with wonderful hidden areas, great museums (like the Military Museum, which was unexpectedly fascinating and the Țiriac car collection). I would love to go back and travel to the rest of the country beyond the capital.”
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“Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina. Everyone I know in America was surprised that I chose to visit it, but it immediately became one of my favorite cities in the entire world. The people, the sights and the The history was great, but the food was something else entirely. For me, it was the real highlight of Sarajevo.
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“St. Louis, Missouri. I have visited twice now after moving from the South to the Midwest and I fall more and more in love with St. Louis each time I visit. There is a lot of history and unique local culture, and you feel it all around the city. There are some cool neighborhoods lined with magnolia and sweetgum trees, which reminded me of home in the south. The city is home to many European-style parks with huge green spaces, fountains, statues and boulevards. And don't forget “Mention the excellent restaurants. There is so much more to see and do in St. Louis than most Americans might expect. “
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“Definitely Kyrgyzstan. There are amazing landscapes and experiences like hiking, yurt stays, horseback riding, and much more. I went there once for a week and loved it so much that I moved there a year later.”
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“I took a road trip through Uganda and had a great time. The tourist infrastructure isn't great and it can be a bit expensive, so budget accordingly, but mountain gorilla tracking and tracking the chimpanzees were phenomenal experiences that I will never forget. You can see most of the great cats, elephants and giraffes in addition to all species of primates. Best of all, the parks are also not crowded as very few tourists visit the country. Murchison Falls was beautiful. The people are lovely too.”
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“The Republic of Georgia is one of my favorite countries. I had an amazing time there. It has great food (some of the best in the world IMO), beautiful scenery, interesting history , amazing people and it’s all relatively cheap.”
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“Slovenia. It's off the beaten track, absolutely charming and beautiful. I'm convinced it's the best kept secret in the world.”
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“Oman. I wasn't even planning to visit, but had to change plans and ended up there unexpectedly. What an underrated country! There aren't many tourists because the “Most go to the United Arab Emirates. I found unspoiled beaches, incredible mountains and vast deserts… But most importantly, the people were very hospitable and welcoming.”
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“Kaohsiung, Taiwan. People have heard of Taipei, but none of my American friends have ever heard of this amazing port city on the southern tip of Taiwan. It has a relaxed vibe, friendly people, markets Lively nightlife with delicious food and a great arts scene.”
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“Uzbekistan. Visiting this country was the most beautiful trip of my life. I had the impression that it had a bit of everything: historical monuments, magnificent landscapes, desert, mountains, lakes , rivers, delicious food and warm, hospitable people. The icing on the cake is that it is incredibly cheap.
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“Guanajuato, Mexico. Visiting this colonial city in central Mexico was like stepping back in time. There is so much history, art and culture. During the month of May there are nightly parades spectacular to see.”
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“Northern India. It was one of the hardest places to visit, but it was an amazing experience. I literally felt changed as a person after my visit. I would recommend doing it with a tour group, which can help you navigate the tricky aspects of being a tourist in India.
Have you visited an incredible, little-known destination that you would recommend to other travelers? Tell us in the comments below.
