There is no doubt that a vacation abroad is one of the most fun experiences we have in life. Besides enjoying the destination, it is also a wonderful opportunity to see the world differently and learn about new cultures.
But what are the destinations we must visit before we die? It can be difficult to narrow down from so many places in the world, but 50 travel agents from around the world found seven cities that we must visit at least once.
Paris France
The Eiffel Tower in Paris (Photo: Reuters)
Paris, the city of lights, was chosen without standing out by many of the agents asked. The city is known for its magical landscape, and popular places, such as: the Eiffel Tower, the Louvre, the Seine River or the Luxembourg Gardens.
Rome Italy
Rome (Photo: Eng Image)
The history of Rome leaves dust to others. This spectacular city has always been a truly special destination. It is recommended to visit the Vatican and the Sistine Chapel which have become the symbol of the city and indulge yourself with a good pizza, just like the Italians know how to make.
New York, United States
New York (Photo: Ingimage)
New York, also known as the “Big Apple”, contains several world-famous sites such as the Statue of Liberty, the Empire State Building, Times Square and Central Park.
Cape Town, South Africa
Cape Town (Photo: REUTERS/Nic Bothma)
It turns out that Cape Town is a particularly intriguing city thanks to its spectacular views, bustling nightlife and wild nature outside. The best views can be experienced at Cape of Good Hope National Park, or head to Boulders Beach, home to the country’s infamous penguin colonies.
Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Christ the Redeemer statue in Rio de Janeiro (Photo: Pool via REUTERS/Alessandro Garofalo)
Rio is an extraordinary city in what it offers and includes natural beauty with spectacular mountains and beaches alongside wonderful food markets and nightlife. The city also contains the famous Copa Cabana and Ipanema beaches and the Christ the Redeemer statue.
Tokyo, Japan
Tokyo, Japan (Photo: Ingameg)
Tokyo is one of the most advanced cities in the world and presents futuristic technology alongside ancient temples. The unique culture of the city with its famous and amazing food makes it one of the most popular in the world.
Istanbul, Turkey
Istanbul (Photo: Moshe Cohen)
Istanbul is known for its Byzantine architecture, Ottoman cuisine and the Grand Bazaar which contains over 4,000 stalls. When you explore the city, you discover a sensory overload of different sights, sounds and smells.