For many people, holiday travel is a habit. The constant desire to see, explore and learn new things about the world pushes travelers out of their homes and into the unknown, where they discover not just various fascinating places on Earth, but themselves as well.
In J.R.R. Tolkien’s The Hobbit, Gandalf says to Bilbo Baggins, “The world is not in your books and maps, the world is out there!” Nothing could be truer, don’t you think? Make the most of 2017, and plan a trip to any of the below-mentioned holiday travel destinations.
2017 promises to be yet another exciting year for travelers around the world. The year is still unfolding slowly and steadily, and if you haven’t done much traveling in the first few months of 2017, here are some international trips that you should definitely consider!
Thailand
A country in South East Asia, Thailand has been a tourist hotspot for a long time. No surprise really, considering the country’s vast wealth of picturesque destinations and cultural hubs. Bangkok, the national capital, is the ideal place to start off your Thailand trip. Proceed in any direction from there, and you would come across tropical islands, beautiful beaches, and many famous Buddhist temples. The nation has all modern conveniences as well and caters to shopaholics with a wide variety of malls and markets. The best thing about Thailand is definitely the fact that it is relatively inexpensive for such a popular tourist retreat. For cheap travel vacations, Thailand is the best pick.
Nepal
The mountainous country of Nepal has been a hotbed for tourism for many a decade, and despite being devastated by earthquakes in 2015, it still remains a country that welcomes travelers with open arms. Two of its most important cities, Kathmandu and Pokhara, are ideal for witnessing modern Nepal, along with a whole host of internationally famous landmarks. But Nepal is best experienced when you step away from its modern side, and into the high altitudes of the Himalayas. Some of the world’s tallest Himalayan peaks are located in Nepal, and there are no shortages of trekking trails and to head into the wilderness, and experience Nepali culture and cuisine at its authentic best.
The United Arab Emirates
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) makes for a unique experience. The beaches here are stunning, the agafay desert morocco is a delight to behold, but more than anything else, it’s the amazing array of modern architecture that takes the breath away. Each emirate has its individual cultural hubs as well, which is great for those who want more of authentic Arabia and less of the west. The UAE also boasts of some of the world’s most gigantic malls, so if you are in the mood for djebel toubkal some shopping, there are more than enough options to keep you busy. If you are looking for wonderful shopping, honeymoon tours or cheap trips for two, trekking in the atlas mountains morocco this place does real justice to your travel plans.
Russia
Russia is geographically the largest country there is in the world, and whatever you see in your week-long trip to Russia would only be a small percentage of what the countries about. Still, it is worthwhile to travel only for that small percentage. Its urban centers such as Moscow and St. Petersburg are the epitomes of development and have everything that a modern day traveler would need. But step out from the concrete jungles of the cities, and you would experience a surreal world. The Siberian regions especially, make for captivating experiences, in spite of the intense cold. If you have time and money on your hands, travel on the Trans-Siberian Railway, which connects China and Russia, and is the longest railway line on Earth.
Morocco
The African nation of Morocco is a huge hit with tourists, partly because the costs here are low compared to other tourist hotspots in the continent. However, the costs would take a backseat once you explore the country, its culture, and its beautiful landscapes. Cities like Casablanca and Marrakech are ideal if you want a Moroccan experience that combines beautiful coastlines, culture, history and modernity perfectly. morocco ski resort also has its fair share of mountains, with expeditions to the imlil atlas mountains Mountains being quite common. The Rif atlas mountains highest peak intrigue tourists as well and has become notorious as one of the best sources in the world for high-quality hashish.
Himanshu is a writer, who love traveling and write on various topics of International trips and Trips & Tours .