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Free Spirit Spheres, British Columbia, Canada

Think back to where you stayed on your last trip. Was it simply a place to rest your head, or did it immerse you in local colour, surround you by wildlife and fire your imagination?

Hong Kong

Hong Kong and Singapore attract the most international travelers, according to the latest Euromonitor Top 100 City Destinations Ranking.

Mount Fuji - Japan

We could all use a little break sometimes. The hustle and bustle of the 9-to-5 life can be exhausting.

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.

The allure of travel is novelty — in culture and history, or in cuisine and even shopping.

The Great Blue Hole, Belize

1. The Great Blue Hole

From the air, the Great Blue Hole of Belize resembles an otherworldly maw, intent on drinking down the surrounding Lighthouse Reef Atoll. In reality, the 1,000-foot (305-meter) wide hole is simply a sinkhole in the ocean. Geologists believe that an underlying cave system collapsed under increased pressure some 10,000 years ago due to rising sea levels.

2. Subterranean Splendor

The hill country of Kentucky's Green River Valley certainly has its charms, but beneath its gentle woodlands there is an underworld. More than 390 miles (628 kilometers) worth of caves worm through the rocky depths, making Mammoth Cave the largest known cave system in the world.

3. Devils Tower

When an enormous column of rock towers 1,267 feet (386 meters) above the surrounding landscape, people take notice. That's why Teddy Roosevelt declared Devils Tower America's first national monument, and Steve Spielberg decided to land a UFO on top of it in "Close Encounters of the Third Kind. Long before either man thrust the natural landmark into the spotlight, more than 20 Native-American tribes held the site sacred -- including the Lakota people who dubbed it "Bear Lodge."

4. The Fairy Chimneys

You want a fantastic real-world locale? It's hard to improve upon the fairy chimneys of Cappadocia in central Turkey. Here, tall spires of stone dot the landscape like some manner of bizarre growth. What's more, early Christians carved countless storerooms, stables and domiciles into the fairy towers from the 4th to the 11th century. 

5. The Forest of Knives

Madagascar is truly a lost world. Cut off from the rest of the world, the island's lemur population thrived (they don't exist anywhere else on the planet, except in captivity), and a host of unique life forms evolved in relative isolation. Yet Madagascar's geology also stands apart from the rest of the world's -- especially the region known as Tsingy de Bemaraha.

6. The Crystal Caverns

Nearly 1,000 feet (305 meters) beneath Mexico's Naica silver mine you'll find a chamber of unearthly wonder. Here in Cueva de los Cristales (the Cave of Crystals), 36-foot (11-meter) obelisks of solid crystal lay heaped about like fallen pillars in a dilapidated temple. 

7. The Reflecting Desert

Earth's vast, barren expanses are often as awe-inspiring as its highest peaks and deepest valleys. Just consider the Bolivian Uyuni Salt Flats, or Salar de Uyuni, a 4,000-square-mile (10,360-square-kilometer) plane of what appear to be hexagonal tiles. This extraordinary high-altitude landscape stretches among the snow-peaked Andean mountains, and if you happen to visit during the rainy season, you're in for quite a sight.

8. Fog-shrouded Peaks

You'll find no shortage of breathtaking vistas on the Greek peninsula, but the Meteora rock formations truly take the cake. These massive sandstone fingers seem to emerge as much from a dream as from the plains of Thessaly. Towering as high as 2,044 feet (623 meters) above lush landscape below, the steep peaks of Meteora are a perfect setting for a secluded monastery.

9. The Crack of Silfra

Conflict is the meat of great storytelling. You might prefer such tropes as man-versus-nature or man-versus-blue-aliens, but the best geological drama often unfolds when tectonic plates duke it out, especially continental plates. Travel to Iceland, however, and you'll find a most curious occurrence on the boundaries of the North American and European plates.

10. Uluru the Monolith

In "Avatar," a noble, indigenous people fight to protect their sacred landmarks against an invading culture. If you're pining for that sort of drama, then look no further than Australia's Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park. Here you'll find mighty Uluru, one of the largest geologic monoliths in the world. 

via Discovery Channel (all details)

1. Devil's Pool - Victoria Falls, Livingstone, Zambia

2. Eco-Arqueological Park Ik Kil - Chichen Itza, Mexico

3. Havasu Falls - Arizona, United States

4. To Sua Ocean Trench - Lalomanu, Upolu, Samoa

5. Kuang Si Falls - Luang Prabang, Laos

6. Blue Lagoon - Grindavik, Iceland

7. Enchanted River - Hinatuan, Philippines

8. Pamukkale Thermal Pools - Pamukkale, Turkey

9. Las Grietas - Galapagos Islands, Ecuador

10. Litchfield National Park - Northern Territory, Australia

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the winner, Olhos de Agua Beach - Albufeira, Portugal

1. Olhos de Agua Beach - Albufeira, Portugal

2. Phra Nang Beach - Krabi Town, Thailand

3. Navagio Beach (Shipwreck Beach) - Zakynthos, Greece

4. Iztuzu Beach - Dalyan, Turkey

5. Tropea Beach - Tropea, Italy

6. Elafonissi Beach - Crete, Greece

7. Playa de ses Illetes - Formentera, Spain

8. Falesia Beach - Albufeira, Portugal

9. Icmeler Beach - Marmaris, Turkey

10. Cala Luna - Sardinia, Italy

via TripAdvisor (all details)

Street food in Hanoi, Vietnam

The best – and tastiest – way to fast-track your understanding of a city’s cuisine is to embark on a guided walking tour that includes sampling the local food. Tuck into the best offerings from street food stalls, meet chefs at cafes and restaurants, and local producers at markets. Best of all, undertake a tour when you first arrive in a city and you’ll have a mouthwatering hit list of places to return to.

1. Street food in Hanoi, Vietnam

2. Craft beer in Gastown, Vancouver

3. Exploring markets in two continents, Istanbul

4. French street food, Nice

5. North Beach’s Italian heritage, San Francisco

6. Discovering Brick Lane, London

7. Hawker food, Georgetown, Penang

8. Hobart’s emerging food scene, Tasmania

9. Mexican street food, Mexico City

10. Coffee, cheese and beer, Wellington

via Lonely Planet (with all detais)

Paris - France

1 - Paris, France

Everyone who visits Paris for the first time probably has the same punchlist of...

Rio de Janeiro - Brazil

The newspaper NYT this week presented a list of "The 46 Places to Go in 2013 ", below you can consult all places included in this list:

1. Rio de Janeiro

2. Marseille

3. Nicaragua

4. Accra, Ghana

5. Bhutan

6. Amsterdam

7. Houston

8. Rossland, British Columbia

9. New Delhi

10. Istanbul

11. Singapore

12. Montenegro

13. White Salmon River, Wash. 

14. Hvar, Croatia

15. Mongolia

16. The Big Island, Hawaii

17. Philippines

18. Vernazza, Italy

19. The Kimberley, Australia

20. Ningxia, China

21. The Adirondacks, N.Y. 

22. Oslo, Norway

23. Constantia, South Africa

24. Lithuania

25. Burgos, Spain

26. Lens, France

27. Changbaishan, China

28. Porto, Portugal

29. Puerto Rico

30. Koh Phangan, Thailand

31. Kalpitiya, Sri Lanka

32. Jackson Hole, Wyo. 

33. Bangkok

34. The Jeseniky, Czech Republic

35. Waiheke, New Zealand

36. Yucatan, Mexico

37. Charlevoix, Quebec 

38. Pecs, Hungary

39. Republic of Congo

40. Ireland

41. Getaria, Spain

42. Mergui Islands, Myanmar

43. The Falkland Islands

44. Washington, D.C. 

45. Casablanca, Morocco

46. Paris

Via NY Times (with all details)

Top TEN Best European Cities to visit (by Sqidoo)

1. Rome, Italy

The capital city of Italy and of the Lazio region, as well as the country's largest and most populous, with more than 2.7 million residents. The metropolitan area has a population of about 4 million. It is located in the central-western portion of the Italian peninsula, where the river Aniene joins the Tiber. The Mayor of Rome is Walter Veltroni. Rome, is thoroughly modern and cosmopolitan. Explore more about Rome, Italy

2. Florence, Italy

Florence is the capital city of the Italian region of Tuscany, Italy, and of the province of Florence. From 1865 to 1870 the city was also the capital of the Kingdom of Italy. Florence lies on the Arno River and has a population of around 400,000 people, plus a suburban population in excess of 200,000 persons. Florence is also famous for its magnificent art and architecture. The city has been called the Athens of the Middle Ages. Explore more aboutFlorence, Italy

3. Istanbul, Turkey

Istanbul is Turkey's most populous city (the world's 4th largest), and its cultural and financial center. The city covers 25 districts of the Istanbul province. It is located on the Bosphorus Strait, and encompasses the natural harbor known as the Golden Horn, in the northwest of the country. The city was chosen as joint European Capital of Culture for 2010. Explore More about Istanbul, Turkey

4. Prague, Czech Republic

Prague is the capital and largest city of the Czech Republic. Its official name is hlavní m%u011Bsto Praha, meaning Prague - the Capital City. Situated on the River Vltava in central Bohemia, Prague has been the political, cultural, and economic center of the Czech state for over 1100 years. The city proper is home to more than 1.2 million people, while its metropolitan area is estimated to have a population of over 1.9 million. Prague is widely considered to be one of the most beautiful cities in Europe and is among the most visited cities on the continent. Explore more about Prague, Czech Republic

5. Venice, Northern Italy

Venice is a city in northern Italy, the capital of region Veneto, and has a population of 271,251 (census estimate January 1, 2004). Venice has been known as the "Queen of the Adriatic", "City of Water", "City of Bridges", and "The City of Light". The Venetian Republic was a major maritime power and a staging area for the Fourth Crusade, as well as a very important center of commerce (especially silk, grain and spice trade) and art in the Renaissance and up to the end of the 17th century. Explore more about Venice, Northern Italy

6. Paris, France

Paris is the capital city of France. It is situated on the River Seine, in northern France, at the heart of the Île-de-France region. Paris has an estimated population of 2,153,600 within its administrative limits. It is one of the most heavily populated areas in Europe. Paris is today one of the world's leading business and cultural centres, and its influence in politics, education, entertainment, media, fashion, science and the arts all contribute to its status as one of the world's major global cities. Explore more about Paris, France

7. Barcelona, Spain

Barcelona is the capital and most populous city of Catalonia and the second largest city in Spain, with a population of 1,605,602 in 2006. It is located on the Mediterranean coast, between the mouths of the rivers Llobregat and Besòs, and is limited to the west by the Serra de Collserola ridge. Founded as a Roman city, Barcelona became the capital of the Counts of Barcelona and the Crown of Aragon. Besieged several times during its history, Barcelona is today an important cultural centre and a major tourist destination and has a rich cultural heritage. Explore more Barcelone, Spain

8. Salzburg, Austria

Salzburg is the fourth-largest city in Austria and the capital of the federal state of Salzburg. The city is noted for its Alpine setting. It is the birthplace of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart and the setting for parts of the musical and film The Sound of Music, which features famous landmarks in Austria, but focuses mainly on Salzburg. Salzburg is also a student city, with three universities. Explore more about Salzburg, Austria

9. Vienna, Austria

Vienna is the capital of Austria, and also one of the nine States of Austria. Vienna is Austria's primary city; with a population of about 1.7 million ,it is by far the largest city in Austria as well as its cultural, economical and political center. It is the 10th largest city by population in the European Union and is identified having the 4th highest quality of living. Vienna lies in the very east of Austria and is close to the Czech Republic, Slovakia and Hungary. Explore more about Vienna, Austria

10. Krakow, Poland

Kraków in English also spelled Krakow or Cracow is one of the largest and oldest cities in Poland, with a population of 756,336 in 2007. Situated on the Vistula river in the Lesser Poland region, the city dates back to the 7th century. Kraków has traditionally been one of the leading centres of Polish scientific, cultural and artistic life. As the former national capital with a history encompassing more than a thousand years, the city remains the spiritual heart of Poland. It is a major attraction for local and international tourists, attracting seven million visitors annually. Famous landmarks include the Main Market Square with St. Mary's Basilica and the Sukiennice Cloth Hall, the Wawel Castle, the National Art Museum, the Zygmunt Bell at the Wawel Cathedral, and the medieval St Florian's Gate with the Barbican along the Royal Coronation Route. Explore more about Krakow, Poland

Via Squidoo

Tips to Antalya Trip


Best place to stay: Kaleici - Old Antalya (available hotels)


Attractions:
1 - Beaches
2 - Ancient City of Perge (Perga)
3 - Ancient City of Phaselis
4 - Kaleici
5 - Karst Springs

Top 5 Annual events:
1 - Aspendos Festival - Opera and Ballet Festival (June/July)
2 - Golden Orange Film Festival (July 14)
3 - Manavgat Tourism Festival (July)
4 - Kemer Carnival (September)
5 - Honey Festival (August)


Shopping:
1 - Kaleici
2 - mmm Migros mall
3 - Setup Marina
4 - Deepo Outlet Center
5 - Covered wholesale food market


Airports (distance to downtown):
Antalya International Airport (9,8 mi /15,8 km)


Airlines (price/quality) to flight to Antalya:

Africa: Air France
America: America Airlines
Asia: Turkish Airlines
Europe: Turkish Airlines
Oceania: Turkish Airlines

Transports:
Bus Antalya Map
AntRay Tram

Best site information: www.antalya.org



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