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TOP RATED COUNTRIES 

1) Finland

= Germany

= Sweden

= USA

= United Kingdom (174 points*)

2) Canada

= Denmark (173 points*)

3) Belgium

= France

= Italy

= Japan 

= Korea (Republic of South)

= Luxembourg

= Netherlands

= Portugal

= Spain (172 points*)  

BOTTOM 5 RATED COUNTRIES

89) Eritrea

= Libya

= Sudan

= Syria (38 points*)

90) Nepal (37 points*)

91) Palestinian Territory (35 points*)

92) Pakistan

= Somalia (32 points*)

93) Iraq (31 points*)

94) Afghanistan (28 points*) 

* countries visa-free

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Vienna Town Hall, Austria

© Washington Post 

On Nov. 18, an 82-container freight train left the eastern Chinese industrial city of Yiwu. It was embarking on a landmark journey that is supposed to end 21 days later, in December, in Madrid.

Kazantip - Crimea 

Dance to a different beat: 10 of the best cities for a clubbing and partying break in Europe, from Amsterdam to Zagreb.

Kilimanjaro, Tanzânia (© Wolk9)

A few epic places on this Earth deserve a permanent, recurring role on your lifetime to-do list. Then there are overhyped places you should never, ever waste your time on in the first place.

Rain, traffic jams, home improvement…  Easter Bank Holiday in Blighty? No thanks! Put a spring in your step with an egg-stra special Easter break in one of these 10 brilliant cities.

St Patrick's Day Chicago 2013

They say that everyone is Irish on St. Patrick’s Day on 17 March so there's an excuse to join the party. Here are 10 of the best places to wear a big green hat and drink lots of Guinness.

Travellers seeking good service and the prospect of polite hotel staff on their next big journey should consider heading to the Nordic countries, Germany or eastern Europe – but should probably steer clear of both Britain and Russia, according to new research.

Salar de Uyuni, One of the World’s Largest Mirrors, Bolivia

Our world is so full of wonders that new and amazing places are discovered every day, be that by professional photographers or amateurs.

Marvel at the architecture on Museum Island

Berlin may be one of the best-value cities in Europe but for tourists those euros can start to add up after days of museum-hopping and nights of clubbing. Save your cents by taking in some of the city’s many freebies.

Berardo Collection Museum, Lisbon, Portugal - museuberardo.pt

We like to grumble, but when it comes to museums, we've got it pretty good in the UK, with free entry to many major museums.

Yellowstone National Park, WY, U.S.A.

Every new year brings new opportunities and potent anniversaries, but 2014 seems especially rich in them — especially remembrances of war. Here are 14 ripe destinations for the year ahead — some cities, some countries and one New York borough.

Christmas Market Vienna, Austria

Christmas Markets are a popular tradition in Europe with some of the oldest markets originating in Germany. 

New York at christmas

Cheer yourself up with this seasonal selection of pre-Christmas breaks and escapes, at home and abroad.

Prague Christmas Market

The festive season is here - escape the madness and indulge in the real Christmas spirit at Europe's most beautiful markets

1 PRAGUE, Czech Republic

2 TALLINN, Estonia

3 MUNICH, Germany

4 BARCELONA, Spain

5 VALKENBURG, Netherlands

6 VIENNA, Austria

7 LILLE, France

8 BRUSSELS, Belgium

9 STOCKHOLM, Sweden

10 COLOGNE, Germany

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Corn in a Cup: Malaysia

So proclaimed Anthony Bourdain, passionate street food advocate and consumer, at the inaugural World Street Food Congress in Singapore.

Held in the Southeast Asian street food Mecca, the WSFC featured extensive panels and discussions about international street food culture, from the USA's food trucks to Singapore's own prolific "hawker" centers, and a 10-day "Jamboree" of 37 street food vendors from around the world serving up their respective regional specialties.

"Street food makes travel interesting," Bourdain explained. "It's very easy to travel around the world and look out the window and not know where you are.

1. Sarawak Laksa: Kuching, Malaysia
2. Chicken Rice: Singapore
3. Bao Luo Fen: Sanya, China
4. Nasi Ulam: Malacca, Malaysia
5. Chicken 65: India
6. Seafood Tostada: Ensenada Baja California, Mexico
7. Currywurst: Berlin, Germany
8. Corn in a Cup: Malaysia
9. Fried Milk: Taipei, Taiwan
10. Fried Tarantulas: Cambodia
11. Lamb Kebab Burger: Tel Aviv, Israel
12. Soft-Shelled Crab Burger: Portland, Oregon

via Huffington Post (all details)

Berlin - Germany

Berlin may be one of the best-value cities in Europe but for tourists those euros can start to add up after days of museum-hopping and nights of clubbing. Save your cents by taking in some of the city’s many freebies.

Climb to the Reichstag’s roof

Stroll the East Side Gallery

Marvel at the architecture on Museum Island

Pay respects at the Holocaust Memorial

Picnic in a park

Find the free museums

Feast your eyes at food markets

Forage flea markets

Join a free walking tour

Prepare yourself for the Topography of Terror

Get festive at Fete de la Musique

Behold Brandenburg Gate

Wander around Hackesher Höfe

Belt out a tune at Bearpit Karaoke

Explore alternative Berlin

Escape to a lake

Remember at the Soviet War Memorial

Shop for art at the Open Air Gallery

Admire Berliner Dom

via Lonely Planet (all details)

Tips by guests to Oktoberfest in Munich, Germany:

Drink Like the Locals!

Drink! This is not a time to be a tourist, put away your camera and get drunk!! let loose this holiday was established for people to get together drink and have fun! I found some great tips for oktoberfest at http://www.holidaymigraine.com/oktoberfest-holiday-10-dos-and-donts/

—Guest Eric Brown

Hotel

Does anyone have recommendations on hotels near Oktoberfest?

— Guest  Lizzyalt

Get there early, but not too early

On weekdays, the tents and rides open at 10am, so be in line by 9:30am at least. Tents will be filled to capacity usually within the first hour. There's no need to get there before 9am on weekdays. Also, the great thing about German beer is that it doesn't give you a hangover, so forget the water and drink, drink, drink!

—Guest Ashlea

Parades and Beer Tents

If you have the time, enjoy the parade on Saturday morning then visit other places surrounding Munich during the afternoon. Do the same on Sunday (yes there are 2 different parades). Go to the tents on Monday, they will be much less crowded.

—Guest Shirley

Drink Water at Oktoberfest!

I recommend drinking lots of water (in between your beers) to avoid headaches or a hangover! The beers at Oktoberfest are very big and contain more alcohol than in the U.S.

—Guest oktoberfestfan

Bring Cash to Oktoberfest

You should bring cash. Some beer halls at Oktoberfest don’t accept credit cards. And you have to tip with cash. Give the tip to your waiter, don’t leave it on the table. When you pay, just give 1 or 2 euro tip.

—Guest Mr.Tee

Book early!

My tip: It is a good idea to make reservations for a hotel or hostel early! Places are booked out fast, and prices rise. The earlier you book, the better. And try to find a hotel close to the Oktoberfest, so you can walk there : )

—Guest Sarah

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the winner, New England, USA

Summer may be on its way over to the Southern Hemisphere, but it doesn't leave us without saying a proper good bye.

The winner, Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta, New Mexico, USA

1. Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta, New Mexico, USA

5-13 October

2. Loykrathong Festival, Sukhothai, Thailand

November

3. Carnival, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

February 2014

4. Oktoberfest, Munich, Germany

October

5. Las Fallas, Valencia, Spain

May 2014

6. Elephant Festival, Jaipur, India

16 March 2014

7. PingXi Sky Lantern Festival, Taipei, Taiwan

February 2014

8. Pushkar Camel Fair, India

6-17 November

9. Days of the Dead, Mexico

1-2 November

10. Harbin Ice Festival, China

December - January

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