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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

via DailyMail (full article)

7 Amazing Journeys That Should Be On Your Bucket List by Earth Porm travel site:

Lake Matheson - New Zealand (sharonang)

There are many travelers who claim that traveling alone is the best way to see the world. You deliberately travel solo, they say, because you want to experience the world without the influence of a friend or partner’s tastes, prejudices, or preferences.

Kalalau Trail, Kauai, Hawaii, United States

Longyarbyen, Norway

Marvel at our photographic selection of the most colourful towns and cities around the world from the Arctic to Argentina.

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.

If you’ve never seen the northern lights, there’s still time to catch the spectacular display this year.

Christmas Market Vienna, Austria

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

Antarctica

These 10 countries are destined for an epic year, whether they’re hosting festivals, cutting the ribbon on new attractions or simply raising their game for travellers. Feast your eyes on 2014's most unmissable destinations.

1. Brazil - All eyes on the pitch for 2014’s World Cup

2. Antarctica - The adventure of a lifetime

3. Scotland - An eventful year

4. Sweden - Food, culture and scary stories

5. Malawi - The Big Five and beach life without the crowds

6. Mexico - The sleeping giant is waking

7. Seychelles - Paradise within reach

8. Belgium - High emotions in Europe's underrated gem

9. Macedonia - Back to the future, Balkan-style

10. Malaysia - A revitalised Malaysia goes back to business

via Lonely Planet (all details)

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

via Daily Mirror (all details)

Norway

Many of us dream of seeing the Aurora Borealis, or Northern Lights.

Last winter was the best time to see the phenomenon for a decade, but thanks to the ‘twin peaks’ pattern of the ‘Solar Maximum’, autumn/winter 2103-4 is set to be even better. So maybe this is the year to make that dream come true?

But isn’t it awfully expensive to go to Alaska or the North Pole to see them? You could either hire an expert guide and a crack team of sled dogs, or if your finances can only stretch to a budget flight and a couple of nights’ accommodation, you’ve still got a good chance if you’re in the right place. Here are six places where you’re in with a good shout of tripping the lights fantastic, without spending a fortune.

May the skies be clear and your dreams come true.

1. Reykjavik, Iceland

2. Ivalo, Finland

3. Kiruna, Sweden

4. Tromsø, Norway

5. Shetland, UK

6. Wherever you are

via Skyscanner (all details)

A complete Stockholm city Guide video

Be amazed by the stunning Swedish capital and its natural and artistic attractions!

via Travel Channel

A group of nine friends had to study for 2 years and could make a vacation incredibly epic, where everyone could enjoy it to the fullest.

The result was 30 days in more than 10 countries through 24 cities using tuxedos during the entire trip. Cities where they went: London, Madrid, Pamplona, San Sebastian, Arbizu, Ibiza, Amsterdam, Copenhagen, Vedbæk, Stockholm, Munich, Salzburg, Vienna, Bratislava, Budapest, Zagreb, Split, Trogir, Primosten, Hvar, Solta, Viz and Komiza.