People work so hard to make money; and it takes a toll on the body and mind. But choosing the best place to relax, and to regain the energy to get back to one’s daily life is not always as easy as it may seem. The top vacation spots in the world are some of the proven places that produce the desired effects.
Tourists and visitors from all over the world continue to visit these places again and again because they know that a few weeks in these places will revive them, and that there lots of activities to keep the mind occupied, and the spirit happy.
Top 100 Vacation Spots In The World
1. Bali
Bali is the most popular vacation spot in the world right now; it is touted all over social media; on the message boards, and in the discussion forums. Bali is a city in Indonesia; one that is blessed to be at the seafront, and to have nice, tropical weather.
The city is littered with too many hotels and resorts to count; and there is a lively community of expatriates to chat with, or with whom to sit while watching the children play.
Some of the fun activities in Bali include hiking, swimming, diving, biking, and so on. Depending on what resort you visit; water slides are also available; and then the food is simply out of this world.
Bali is a favorite haunt for digital nomads and online entrepreneurs; they chose to escape the chaos of city life, and to stay permanently in this city so as enjoy all that this city has to offer. There are many such foreign nationals in Bali; and they have impressive stories about why moving to Bali was the best decision they ever made.
2. Hot Park
Hot Park is a unique place to visit; it is the only hydrothermal water park in the world. That’s right; this is a place where the whole family can swim, bathe, and float around- in hot water! Hot park is part of a larger establishment; the Rio Quente Resort, which has hotels for you to stay as long as you like, as well as a garden with an aviary that houses over 200 birds, most of whom are quite accustomed to the presence of humans and will let you get very close.
There are restaurants, bars, and places to enjoy running around with your kids. Biking is also encouraged in this establishment; and the hotels are all equipped with gyms. Nevertheless, the best part of this place is the hot water; floating around in the hot water can do so much good to the body and soul.
3. Paris
Paris is the city of lovers; so it may not be a good option for people who don’t believe in love, or who don’t have anyone they love, or who have been recently divorced or bereaved. For everyone else, however; it is the absolute best place to be.
Everything about this city speaks beauty and grace; the architecture, the way the people dress, and the pace at which they live life. This is one of the few places where people actually live; not just rush about like robots.
Attractions to the city of Paris include the Eiffel Tower and the Louvre. There are many fine restaurants where you can treat yourself and your love to the tantalizing food and wine in the city; and also cafes and trendy shopping districts where the latest fashion trends are revealed.
Despite all these fine attractions it appears that the best thing about Paris is a leisurely stroll in evening, watching people as they hold hands; or dine in twos in the restaurants. Paris is also one of the world’s headquarters of art; there are many art exhibits where you can pick up something as a souvenir; which can quite possibly become a family heirloom.
4. Bora Bora
Bora Bora is a small island in French Polynesia that measures only 12-square-miles. This is a place of tropical beauty; the white sand beaches meet lush jungles, the (extinct) volcano at the center makes a good hiking area, or just a lovely background for taking photos.
With plenty of natural beauty to sell; there are plenty of resorts to take advantage of these things, by offering hospitality to visitors. The hospitality is top notch; one of the reasons why Bora Bora is one of the best vacation spots in the world is that you can get five star treatment from your hotel, and when you step outside, you meet very friendly locals.
One reviewer said there is no better place on earth to take pictures. Whether or not that is true will depend on each individual- perhaps after a visit you can confirm.
5. Glacier National Park
Glacier national park is one of the best things about America. It is one place where one can get away from all the anger in the country, and just enjoy nature. The trademark feature of this national park is the Snow-capped peaks. There are tour guides on hand to take visitors for an up-close and personal experience over there.
There are also heavily wooded areas around the park, alpine trees make good camp sites, and the lakes are good for swimming. The adjoining lodges provide all the comforts of modern living; but it is the outdoors that make this a great place to visit and to unwind.
There are more than 700 miles of hiking trails in this enclosure, and one can enjoy swimming or skiing- depending on the time of the year. Camping on the other hand is a year round activity; although it is not for the softhearted.
6. Rome
Rome is one of the most popular cities in the world; and rightly so; it is the eternal city which from its prowess in ancient times shaped our modern world. There are so many ancient landmarks to see; the Coliseum, the Trevi Fountain and the Roman Forum, as well as the Pantheon.
To truly enjoy a visit to Rome; one has to spend at least a few weeks. There are so many treasures to see in the Vatican City such as St. Peter’s Basilica and the Sistine Chapel.
And then there is the art; one can already get a taste of the richness of the art by looking at the buildings; the arches and cobblestone streets. However, one must visit the museums and art galleries.
Rome has a similar feel to Paris except that Paris is a lot less ancient. Nevertheless, one simply must try out the food; there are too many fine restaurants in the city.
7. Swiss Alps
The Swiss Alps are mountainous areas in Switzerland which are great for those who need time away from work to have as much fun as possible. Adventurous, and active people will find this one of the best options they could ever have.
This is a wonderland; snow-covered mountains, beautiful hotels and resorts, and beautiful towns with beautiful townspeople.
As mentioned above; this is a place for active people; there are hiking trails; some which may have up to knee deep snow. Definitely not for the chickhearted; but great fun for the bold. This is also one of the best skiing destinations in the world; Switzerland is one of the best places where professional skiers train.
The snow is not thick year round, but it is certainly abundant for most of the year. The Swiss Alps is a very beautiful location for taking photographs; the Snow Mountains make an excellent background for tasking photos.
8. Maui
Maui is the second largest island in the state of Hawaii. Maui is an enviable location because it has plenty of natural beauty to offer. Maui is one of the best places to visit in America; and it is also one of the most popular. There are many factors that make this a great holiday destination; the temperate weather, the white sandy beaches, the luau, and the snorkeling with sea turtles. Maui also has very friendly people, and very beautiful ladies.
Haleakala National Park is home to one of the world’s largest dormant volcanic craters, and it home to a wide variety of plant and animal species, including various birds.
9. London, England
London is like a mix of the ancient and modern. It is a place of beauty; and a place of snobbery- like they are better than everyone else. The city has plenty of medieval buildings preserved to show just old it is.
Some of those old buildings have some history about them; Buckingham Palace, the Tower of London, Borough Market and the British Museum. You must also Big Ben, and London Bridge, which are icons of this great city.
London has so much culture to experience; you are going to need a few weeks to really soak it in. some important places to see include the Tate Modern art institution; which is where one can get a taste of the rich artistic landscape in the city.
Furthermore, there is the small matter of an accent which you may want to pick up. You can do that at any of the fine restaurants, pubs, or cafes in the city.
10. Maldives
The Maldives is a paradise; both the land and water parts of it. It is located in the Indian Ocean; and make take a week to get there on a cruise ship. However; this beautiful island is very much worth the trouble.
The Maldives is made up of more than 1,000 islands, surrounded by bright aquamarine sea. Of course it is the larger of the islands that host the hotels and resorts; but some argue that the small islands are the best places to go scuba diving, and to see a whole new world under the sea.
This island offers a great experience in the beaches, under the water, the spa treatments and then the open air markets.
The following is a more extensive list of the top 100 vacation spots in the world.
| Rank | Vacation Spot | Location |
| 1 | Bali | Indonesia |
| 2 | Hot Park | Brazil |
| 3 | Paris | France |
| 4 | Bora Bora | French Polynesia |
| 5 | Glacier National Park | America |
| 6 | Rome | Italy |
| 7 | Swiss Alps | Switzerland |
| 8 | Maui | Hawaii, USA |
| 9 | London | England |
| 10 | Maldives | Indian Ocean |
| 11 | Turks & Caicos | Caribbean |
| 12 | Tokyo | Japan, Asia |
| 13 | Phuket | Asia |
| 14 | Costa Rica | Americas |
| 15 | South Island, New Zealand | Oceania |
| 16 | Tahiti | Pacific Ocean |
| 17 | Banff | Alberta, Canada |
| 18 | Great Barrier Reef | Australia |
| 19 | Amsterdam | Netherlands |
| 20 | Barcelona | Spain |
| 21 | St. Lucia | Caribbean |
| 22 | Sydney | Australia |
| 23 | Dubai | UAE, Asia |
| 24 | New York City | America |
| 25 | Santorini | Greece |
| 26 | British Virgin Islands | |
| 27 | Tulum | Mexico |
| 28 | Florence | Italy |
| 29 | Grand Canyon National Park | America |
| 30 | Tasmania | Oceania |
| 31 | Rio de Janeiro | Brazil |
| 32 | Bangkok | Thailand |
| 33 | Kuala Lumpur | Malaysia |
| 34 | Antalya | Turkey |
| 35 | Taipei City | Taiwan |
| 36 | Las Vegas | USA |
| 37 | Moscow | Russia |
| 38 | Sofia | Bulgaria |
| 39 | Madrid | Spain |
| 40 | Berlin | Germany |
| 41 | Warsaw | Poland |
| 42 | Cairo | Egypt |
| 43 | Budapest | Hungary |
| 44 | Miami | USA |
| 45 | Nairobi | Kenya |
| 46 | Djerba | Tunisia |
| 47 | Venice | Italy |
| 48 | Mugla | Turkey |
| 49 | St Petersburg | Russia |
| 50 | Johannesburg | South Africa |
| 51 | Seoul | South Korea |
| 52 | Marrakech | Morocco |
| 53 | Nice | France |
| 54 | Lisbon | Portugal |
| 55 | Dublin | Ireland |
| 56 | Milan | Italy |
| 57 | Brussels | Belgium |
| 58 | Manila | Philippines |
| 59 | Sousse | Tunisia |
| 60 | Riyadh Saudi | Arabia |
| 61 | Abu Dhabi | UAE |
| 62 | Harare | Zimbabwe |
| 63 | Doha | Qatar |
| 64 | Honolulu | USA |
| 65 | Sharm el-Sheikh | Egypt |
| 66 | Cancun | Mexico |
| 67 | Munich | Germany |
| 68 | Chennai | India |
| 69 | Mecca | Saudi Arabia |
| 70 | Singapore | Singapore |
| 71 | Hong Kong | Hong Kong |
| 72 | Macau | Macau |
| 73 | Istanbul | Turkey |
| 74 | Guangzhou | China |
| 75 | Prague | Czech Republic |
| 76 | Orlando | USA |
| 77 | Ho Chi Minh City | Vietnam |
| 78 | Buenos Aires | Argentina |
| 79 | Delhi | India |
| 80 | Calabar | Nigeria |
| 81 | Denpasar | Indonesia |
| 82 | Chiang Mai | Thailand |
| 83 | Hanoi | Vietnam |
| 84 | Christchurch | New Zealand |
| 85 | Frankfurt | Germany |
| 86 | Baku | Azerbaijan |
| 87 | Amman | Jordan |
| 88 | Guilin | China |
| 89 | Manama | Bahrain |
| 90 | Agra | India |
| 91 | Jakarta | Indonesia |
| 92 | Zhuhai | China |
| 93 | Pattaya | Thailand |
| 94 | Lima | Peru |
| 95 | Burgas | Bulgaria |
| 96 | Punta Cana | Dominican Republic |
| 97 | Jaipur | India |
| 98 | Kolkata | India |
| 99 | Nanjing | China |
| 100 | Edirne | Turkey |
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Closing
When looking at this list of the top vacation spots in the world, it is important to note that there is the all important factor of personal experience. No two persons can produce the same list; the only consensus is that most people agree that they have enjoyed the time they spent in these places.