According to Saint Augustine, “the world is a book and those who do not travel read only one page”. The benefits of travelling are endless, from broadening your horizons, enhancing your creativity, achieving peace of mind, and getting an opportunity to recharge to making memories and having fun.
Travelling with family is special as you spend quality time and make memories to last a lifetime together. It is vital to choose safe destinations with activities suitable for all, be it toddlers, teens, parents or grandparents. Such a destination should include entertainment, sporting activities, hiking, pools, water parks or beaches. Here are just a few top picks for the perfect family holiday destination:
Whether you choose Barcelona, Costa Dorada or Costa del Sol, fulfilment is guaranteed. You can enjoy the PortAventura theme park, which has the tallest rollercoaster in Europe as well as a great range of thrilling rides for all ages. At the Aquopolis waterpark, you can enjoy fast and slow slides, sea lion watch and get to swim with the dolphins- a great way to make those everlasting memories!
There are several Disney parks around the world that are ideal for kids and adults. Disneyland Paris, Shanghai Disneyland, Tokyo Disneyland, and Disneyland California, which each offer magical adventures. At Disneyland California, you can enjoy roller coasters, a magical animal kingdom park, canoeing, hiking, campfires, character meet and greet, and archery. There really is no better place on earth for those disney fans out there!
This traveller loves luxury and enjoys style and comfort. The sole aim of the vacation is getting away from the everyday hustle and bustle. You do this by enjoying first-class flights, seven-star hotels, and luxury resorts. Some of the top relaxation destinations include The Maldives, Portugal and Thailand, and many more luxurious countries. The Maldives in particular is a spectacular tropical island with coral atolls, where you can enjoy Asian therapies in various tranquil spas, watch the sunset or the dolphins and enjoy a bit of adventure.
Some of the activities you will love include skydiving, jet skiing, snorkelling, fishing, whale submarine tour or surfing. You can unwind as you watch a film at the beachside cinema or visit ‘Sea of Stars’ to watch water glow under the moonlight.
Travellers seek to tantalise their taste buds and discover different cultures through cuisines. Foodies are curious about flavours, ingredients, the origin of a particular dish or drink, and how it is eaten and served. Such a traveller looks out for festivals, food trucks, and outdoor markets and prefers eateries serving local delicacies. One of the best foodie holiday destinations in the world has got to be Italy. The perfect place where you can experience fine dining in classic restaurants or tiny cafés, join cooking classes to learn new recipes or shop in the open markets.
Why not indulge in traditional cuisines that include seafood, risotto, lasagna, and pasta or even go on a wine tasting tour. The country has food festivals in every season. Some of the most popular food festivals being the wine festival in Chianti, Tuscany, the chocolate festival in Perugia, the fish festival in St Fortunato, the feast of the grape in Marino and many more for food lovers to enjoy!
If you enjoy roaming the world alone to rejuvenate, think things out, learn new things and look for inspiration, then you need to discover this amazing holiday destination perfect for all the solo travellers out there who wish to explore the world independently! Iceland is an idyllic destination with steaming geothermal pools that you can bathe in, and you can also visit waterfalls like Skógafoss, Dettifoss and Gullfoss.
Other activities to enjoy include, whale watching, nature walks in the botanical gardens, watching the alien glows and swimming in a pool hidden in a volcano valley. An adventurous traveller may enjoy snowmobile tours across Europe’s largest glacier. If you love live music, visit Hurra or join locals for the weekend festivities in Laugavegur street.
For the entertainment lovers, it’s all about having a good time, partying, and great nightlife. They enjoy live bands, comic shows, adult shows and trending party hangouts. Some of the famous entertainment destinations are Las Vegas, Amsterdam and Macau. In particular, the Las Vegas strip is famous for nightclubs, casinos, fine dining, resorts, theatres and world-class entertainment. If you are looking for the infamous casino experience that Las Vegas has to offer, many online casino operators offer table games such as Blackjack and Roulette, live games like Monopoly casino, and much more for players to get the real Vegas experience from your own mobile.
With footbridges in all the main intersections, the Strip is ideal for shopping. You can also enjoy SkyPod ‘s panoramic views, Ferris high roller wheel, and a helicopter ride to the Grand Canyon and Bellagio fountains- these are views you certainly don’t want to miss!
If you love roaming the streets discovering architecture, arts and culture and shopping whilst enjoying dynamic urban life, Sydney is for you. It has hot summers during which you can enjoy surfing at the magnificent beaches. While travelling in Australia, you can also enjoy the renowned rotating restaurant at the Sydney Towers, visit the Featherdale Wildlife Park or the Sydney Opera House.
Experience spectacular views of sparkling waterfront settings aboard the Sidney Harbour. If you are a nature lover, relish the royal botanic garden and wildlife at Taronga Zoo. At The Queen Victoria building, you can shop in the numerous high-end shops.
Thrill seeker travellers often find themselves doing extreme things and craving the excitement the activities bring. An ideal destination is adrenaline-filled with excursions like bungee jumping, cliff climbing, water rafting and climbing the tallest mountains. Just one perfect destination is Queenstown, where you can enjoy a fast-speed jet boat ride down the Kawarau River.
Other activities you could enjoy include bungee jumping, skydiving, canyon swinging, mountain biking, river surfing, white water rafting and kayaking. You can experience spectacular views of Queenstown by paragliding, hang gliding or hot air ballooning. Get to enjoy steep hill climbs and creek crossings with a quad bike!