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Many of us have spent the last few years dreaming of an opportunity to take a well-deserved vacation, pack a bag, and be on our way to see the wonders of this world. For some, it’s taking a stroll through a distant city. For others, it’s going for a swim on their favorite stretch of tropical shoreline. But if there’s one thing we often forget about these places — they're brimming with loud and annoying tourists who may take out the joy from the entire journey.

Luckily, Reddit users SoursopKid and NuclearWinterGames decided to find out the most underrated destinations travel lovers would highly recommend. Plenty of people shared insider knowledge and revealed spots that are begging to be explored by those who crave to experience something unique.

So take out your notebooks because we handpicked some of the best answers to help you plan your next adventure. Continue scrolling and upvote your favorites as you go. And if you have any suggestions for a perfect getaway, be sure to share them with us in the comments!

#1

30 People Reveal What Underrated Travel Destinations They Couldn't Recommend More I'm an ancient historian and have spent plenty of time in Greece. The north is definitely overlooked and has some real treasures, also feels worlds away from the islands. I particularly love Meteora, pictures cannot capture how beautiful it is

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Vicky Z
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

As a person that is from North Greece I have to confirm that is really beautiful! Greece has also nice villages in mountains with great landscapes! We are not only beaches and islands! all of you pandas are welcome anytime!!!

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    30 People Reveal What Underrated Travel Destinations They Couldn't Recommend More The Southern Uplands of Scotland. Most tourists bypass the south of Scotland and head to the Highlands, so the Southern Uplands tend to be quieter and less "touristy".

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    30 People Reveal What Underrated Travel Destinations They Couldn't Recommend More Estonia! Any of the Baltics really. But Estonia is an absolutely delightful place. It has one of the nicest airports I've ever seen, it's super affordable, great public wifi so it's easy to navigate, Tallinn is so beautiful and clean, the coast is lovely, the people are friendly, and the food is delicious. I absolutely loved our trip there and it would be a great base camp if you want to check out the pricier countries around it like Finland, Norway, and Denmark. I've been fortunate enough to do a lot of traveling in my life and Estonia is one of the highlights.

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    Iifa A.
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My home town 💗 it's also worth mentioning Estonia is mostly forest when you leave capital, with small cities and lots of lakes, rivers, huge glacial boulders. You can get WiFi anywhere, food, beer, bread, lots of parks, trails, spas, saunas. Tallinn has centuries of history and all in city center. Highly recommend open air museum in Tallinn if you don't have time to explore out of city. Oh and whole country is flat like a pancake, no mountains.

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    Whether it’s the Statue of Liberty or Hollywood, Paris or London, certain destinations draw in droves of travelers from all over the world. And for a good reason — these places are buzzing with culture and energy, making sure there's a very slim chance for you to get bored.

    But sometimes, you feel like you’ve seen far too many of the same places pop up on your social media feed. That’s why untapped destinations are a coveted thing that allows you to face the unknown, get lost in its beauty, and immerse yourself in a new kind of adventure.

    To learn more about traveling through unexplored global treasures, we reached out to the founders of a travel blog called Megan & Aram that’s all about visiting Scandinavia, the Eastern bloc, and beyond. The two friends, Megan coming from the United States and Aram from Armenia, have a specific goal in mind — to share their passion with anyone open to learn about the true wonders of travel.

    #4

    30 People Reveal What Underrated Travel Destinations They Couldn't Recommend More Inland Spain. Spain it's not only sun and beaches, but also alot of history, castles, good food, nice people, and not expensive! Greetings from Salamanca!

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    #5

    30 People Reveal What Underrated Travel Destinations They Couldn't Recommend More North Wales, it has the Snowdon mountains and so many small steam railways. Excellent Cheese and Hikes

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    30 People Reveal What Underrated Travel Destinations They Couldn't Recommend More Canada. Overall, I don't think of Canada as a very travel-friendly place, as it isn't a very common destination, but it is truly beautiful. We have everything from sprawling coniferouis forests, to the prairies, to the Red Creek Fir forests, to tundra, to rock, to anything, really. So maybe next time don't spend all your time in Toronto, or Ottawa, but go somewhere undiscovered. Because that is what Canada is about.

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    LagoonaBlueColleen
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    There are millions of hidden gems in Canada. But it takes a bit of research to figure out a travel plan. People think they can take a cross country tour or go to Toronto and then Banff or Vancouver. Those places are thousands of kilometers apart. Western Ontario and into Manitoba is cottage country. People have a good time up north, too. It's super laid back up there. Low, low crime. Every province is rich in culture and it's own traditions.

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    "In our opinion, the most underrated travel destinations are in the Caucasus and Central Asia," they told Bored Panda. "We love Armenia for its history and culture and Kazakhstan for its otherworldly landscapes. We have also really fallen in love with lesser-known parts of Norway, as well as the Azores and Faroe Islands."

    "Armenia has such an ancient story that you can’t entirely comprehend until you find yourself there, hiking from monastery to monastery and enjoying the delicious food and hospitality of the Armenian people," they added. "Kazakhstan’s landscapes will blow one away, and it was part of the Silk Road (as was Armenia), so it truly feels like a warp back in time. It’s really special!"

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    #7

    30 People Reveal What Underrated Travel Destinations They Couldn't Recommend More Overrated: Amsterdam

    Underrated: almost any other town in the Netherlands.

    Amsterdam is fabulous, especially if you are into architecture and art. But so expensive and SO crowded that I had no regrets basing my last trip to NL out of Utrecht. Haarlem, Alkmaar, Amersfoort, and Leiden are also deliriously beautiful without having to fight for views alongside stoned college students and Chinese tour groups with no sense of personal space.

    The country is so small, it’s incredibly easy to train into Amsterdam from any of the above places. Definitely don’t SKIP Amsterdam altogether though.

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    Caro Caro
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    True. Amsterdam has some great museums and architicture. Go for 2 or 3 days and then go to Utrecht, Haarlem and Amersfoort. Or any other old Dutch town. Also, the Kröller-Müller Museum is a national art museum and sculpture garden, located in the Hoge Veluwe National Park in Otterlo in the Netherlands.

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    30 People Reveal What Underrated Travel Destinations They Couldn't Recommend More Romania! Cheap, great food, amazing landscapes, impressive architecture. I freaking loved that country..
    It's especially beautiful in the fall. It's very grey and foggy and completely fills the gothic stereotype, but in such a great way. It's amazing if you want to explore abandoned places and landmarks. Of course, there's also Dracula's castle and the winding Transfagarasan mountain road too!

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    Dave
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    2 years ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I visited Romania many times. My wife is from there. Transilvania is amazing. But the roads are appaling, people are rude as f**k and most of the country is filthy and the people have no respect for nature and zero respect for the animals too.

    Corathebeagle
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    2 years ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    We do have a saying in Romania, at least in my region, "amazing and beautiful country, too bad it's inhabited!"

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    Akalvin
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Totally agree! Friendly people, stunning mountains, interesting cities, superb restaurants, great wines... A place to be!

    Karin Gibson
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I really enjoyed my visit to Romania. Bran Castle is amazing but VERY commercialised. The outdoor museum is wonderful.

    Pink Dahlia
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I googled Romania in the Fall since you mentioned that and even the photos are breathtaking... it must be enchanting in person.

    Miradona
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    2 years ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    As a romanian, I have to say, it is breathtaking. We do have our fair share of „bad apples”, and, as with every ex-communist country, we are still on the poorer side of things, but things improve every day and we are here what they call the Green Heart of Europe. You can find a lot of UNESCO heritage sites, from churches and castles to woodlands and breathtaking scenery. Cheap and delicious food, all kind of accomodation, from really traditional, to ultramodern and friendly people (most of us).

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    Wally White
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Looks like West Virginia in beauty, and the same kind of people with no respect for nature or animals.

    Wallace Layne III
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    While some people disliked Romania, I found it incredibly nice, the people were helpful and friendly and the country was beautiful. Of course there are bad areas and everyone is NOT perfectly happy but nowhere is like that. Peles Castle is amazing am Castle Bran, although called Dracula's Castle, has no connection to Vlad Tepes, but it's still beautiful

    Mary Leverett
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Speaking of winding mountain roads - (voice of experience here) - if you're headed to Karlstejn castle in the Czech Republic, make sure you have had SOMETHING to eat. We were approaching the "back" way, via a VERY twisty mountain road, with the dropoff, of course, on the passenger (my) side. I had foregone breakfast, and was absolutely green by the time we parked. 😉

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    #9

    30 People Reveal What Underrated Travel Destinations They Couldn't Recommend More Sicily

    Great food, a lot of sun, great caribic like beaches, beautiful mountains, and forests, great culture (different from northern Italy), a lot of historic places like ancient greek temples and cities, a lot of history, not full of tourists as it's underrated haha wich I view as a plus

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    MarioRossi
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    When a man dies, if he's been good he goes to Paradise. If he's been *really* good, he goes to Egadi islands (west of Sicily).

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    When asked why these unique destinations are not promoted as much, the pair said the region where Armenia and Kazakhstan are situated is a hinder to both. "The Caucasus has had a tumultuous history (even recently), and Kazakhstan is plagued a bit by the word 'stan' although it definitely shouldn’t be!"

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    Slovenia. It's like a fairytale paradise full of castles and dragons and weird old folktales. The scenery is gorgeous. You can see the entire country in a short visit. The people are unbelievably friendly. And yet most Americans have never heard of it. I literally got "Wait did you make that country up?" from a fairly well educated friend when I said I was going there.

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    Karin Jansen
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Slovenia has EVERYTHING. From the coast with its Italian-like architecture and riviera-feel, to the Alps, to wine-country. For every hour you drive, you'll feel like you're in a whole other country with a different climate. And the caves! The most beautiful ones I've ever seen unprecedented really. Also, super safe, cheap, friendly people, everyone speaks multiple languages so easy to communicate, great roads. Such an eye-opener to me, as people tend to visit the neighboring countries of Italy, Austria and Croatia and skip this absolute gem!

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    #11

    30 People Reveal What Underrated Travel Destinations They Couldn't Recommend More The south of Chile, from like Valdivia to Punta Arenas feels like an enchanted forest from a fantasy novel or video game or something.

    Chile is probably the most underrated travel destination on the planet. There’s a saying in Chile that after God made the world, he put the leftovers off in a corner and called it Chile haha That’s why it has a little bit of every landscape.

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    30 People Reveal What Underrated Travel Destinations They Couldn't Recommend More Olympic National Park in Washington is definitely one of the more underrated national parks in the US. It's a literal rainforest in the pacific northwest and has great hiking, lodges, lakes, etc. It's probably a one of a kind environment in the US

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    mulk
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    2 years ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I went there... two time. One of my favourite place in USA. Lake Crescent sooooo beautiful

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    Megan and Aram believe that discovering more off-the-beaten-path destinations makes the trip even more rewarding. "You have no preconceived thoughts or ideas about the place until you are there," they said. "While this requires flexibility and patience, it makes it so much more worth it."

    They told Bored Panda that locations like these should attract more tourists. "I can’t stand when people want a place 'kept secret'. Tourism could mean a better life for a family and a country’s citizens."

    "If you are of the mindset that a place should stay 'a hidden gem' for your own travel purposes, you are speaking from a place of privilege," they continued. "However, receiving tourism in the first place should not be confused with unsustainable tourism (or overtourism)."

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    30 People Reveal What Underrated Travel Destinations They Couldn't Recommend More Bulgaria! A lot of people don't realize it's right above Greece so the climate and food are somewhat similar. I was there in the summer but was reading an article that the best value for European skiing had spots #1 & #2 in Bulgaria. Cheap to stay, eat & drink, very safe.

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    30 People Reveal What Underrated Travel Destinations They Couldn't Recommend More Banff area is out of this world. St. John’s is culturally beautiful, it’s the one of the oldest cities in Canada. Muskoka is cool. The cities can be cool too, if you like cities.

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    Kimi Tomminello
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Banff is gorgeous. Couldn't upvote this more. One of my face places. You can get lost for weeks in the wilderness.

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    30 People Reveal What Underrated Travel Destinations They Couldn't Recommend More Osaka.

    Yeah, I know, everybody wants to travel to Japan, but hear me out. People overwhelmingly only visit Tokyo and, if they care about things other than pop culture, Kyoto. Don't get me wrong, there's nothing wrong with Tokyo (as a travel destination, at least), and Kyoto is my favorite place to visit, anywhere, but Osaka shouldn't be overlooked. It's a big city like Tokyo, but with a much longer history -- smack dab in the middle of the Kansai region, the historical cultural center of Japan. It's frequently stereotyped as being more fun and laid back, and I think there's some truth to that. It's also the culinary capital of Japan, if you're a fan of, you know, food.

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    Mama Penguin
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Japan is on mine and my husband's bucket list. While Kyoto is one of our top dream destinations, we also would love to visit Osaka, Sapporo, Nara, and Okinawa. Our dream would be to island hop across Japan one day when we're both retired.

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    When you're done scrolling through this post, you'll have proof that there are plenty of unique places where you can truly feel like you’re experiencing something special. So if you added a couple of them to your bucket list, the travel bloggers would like to advise you to take a chance on them: "You might just fall in love with it! And, always have patience!"

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    30 People Reveal What Underrated Travel Destinations They Couldn't Recommend More Bratislava!

    A lot of people traveling through this part of Europe tend to skip it, and go straight to Vienna, Prague and/or Budapest (which I understand, all three of those cities are beautiful), but I recommend stopping by there, for a day or two. It's not a big city, so two days will be more than enough to see most of what it has to offer (I did see most of it in a day when traveling years ago), it's really cheap and really nice, the old town is cozy, food is great, and the view from Hrad is great. Also, Devin castle nearby is a great few hour trip too!

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    Milan
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    2 years ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I live in Bratislava. Dont believe to EuroTrip or Hostel movie. Its a modern western city. Old Town is smaller but really cozy with great restaurants and (street) food joints. Like to spend our Sundays in it ☺️

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    30 People Reveal What Underrated Travel Destinations They Couldn't Recommend More Everyone I know only travels to Greek islands and doesn't really spend time on the mainland except for some archeological sights, but regions like Chalkidiki are very nice too! plus Greece has a pretty unknown repertoire of wildlife preserves!

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    Vicky Z
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    We have a saying in my city that is very close to Chalkidiki! There is nowhere better than Chalkidiki!! You can have great clear water in beaches without the water being cold like in islands!! Also it has great night life!!

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    30 People Reveal What Underrated Travel Destinations They Couldn't Recommend More Taipei, Taiwan. My favorite city in Asia.

    A great mix of traditional China, Japan, and U.S. influences.

    Fantastic food. Also great street food scene at the night markets.

    Modern enough to be convenient, but not expensive.

    Big enough to have lots to do, but small enough to be manageable and not overwhelming.

    The people are super friendly, open, and helpful.

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    30 People Reveal What Underrated Travel Destinations They Couldn't Recommend More The black hills of South Dakota as well as the badlands. Is almost like something out of a fantasy novel. Especially lake Sylvan

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    Penny Fan
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    "Somewhere in the Black Mountains of Dakota there lived young boy by the name of Rocky Racooooooooonnnnna"

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    #20

    The isle of Skye in Scotland in November. Felt like i was on a planet from Star Wars. Absolutely incredible

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    Penny Fan
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    But take some thermo-nuclear mozzie repellant.... Scottish midgies are the size of pterodactyls, and Skye midgies are their big brothers

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    30 People Reveal What Underrated Travel Destinations They Couldn't Recommend More Maastricht is worth the train ride, even though it’s a few hours. I decided to put it on my itinerary on somewhat of a whim, and it ended up being my favorite part of that trip.

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    30 People Reveal What Underrated Travel Destinations They Couldn't Recommend More In Mexico there is a city called San Cristobal de las Casas. It is located in Southern Mexico but is not close to Cancun or other really touristy areas. It is also not near an Ocean (about 8 hours from the pacific). San Cristobal does have tourism but it is mostly European tourists. The town is on a mountain and is usually about 70 degrees during the day. It is an old town with tons of cute shops, great food, and history. The town is just beautiful and you should look up some pictures. It is not far from various ruins, beautiful waterfalls, and other great and underrated places to visit. Also it is generally way cheaper than Cancun (although the flight there would be more expensive). I stayed in a Hostel there for $4.00 (USD) a night.

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    Iggy
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I have always wanted to go to Mexico. It looks gorgeous!

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    #23

    30 People Reveal What Underrated Travel Destinations They Couldn't Recommend More Poland! It really surprised me how beautiful the country was. We went on a road trip from Gdansk-Warschau-Krakow-Auswitz-Zakopane. Every city was very beautiful and had a unique history. The cities offer oppertunities for people who come for the culture, but also for those who want to party. We ended in the mountains were we took a beautiful hike to one of the mountain lakes. According to a ranger we spoke there, the mountains have the most floral biodiversity per m2 of any mountain range in Europe.

    Prices are very low if you come from a Western country, so we could stay in relatively nice apartments for our student budget. The only downside is that some public highways really suck.

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    Robert T
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Gdansk and Sopot are nice, it is definitely worth a trip to Hel and back. :D

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    #24

    30 People Reveal What Underrated Travel Destinations They Couldn't Recommend More Great Basin national park in northern Nevada. It’s known for star gazing but is the least visited state park.

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    30 People Reveal What Underrated Travel Destinations They Couldn't Recommend More Sicily. Gorgeous region and the food was out of this world. The people were so kind and wonderful and you get cultural experiences from Italian, Greek, Norman, Roman, Ottoman, and Spanish occupation of the island. If WWII history is your thing, there’s that too. Want to see a Ballet? Go to the gorgeous Bellini Theater in Catania and watch world class ballet companies. Want to go to a pop concert? You can see one in the Greek amphitheater in Taormina. Visit Romana and Greek ruins or go to the West Coast and devour N African food. Want to go to the beach? Well, it’s an island...take your pick. Want to ski? There are ski lifts on Mt Etna. I can’t say enough good things about this Region of Italy!

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    Momma Panda
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I like Sardinia more. It's a bit cheaper, less touristy. One of a few green zones in the world with a lot of people who live up to 100 years (and more)

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    Riga, Latvia. It's the best-kept secret in Europe. I did a big trip around the Baltics last September, and Rīga was my absolute favorite place I visited.

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    AndyR
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Not sure I'd describe the stag party capital of Europe as a secret...

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    Friuli in far north east Italy, on the border with Slovenia. So much culture, history and amazing food and people, but almost no tourists to speak of.

    The best moment was when we went to see an old Roman jail. We had to collect the key to the place from the bar on the corner and turn the lights on when we went in. Once we were done, the key had to be dropped off at the bar. I remember thinking, if this was anywhere else there would be a queue around the corner to go in for a look

    And the San Daniele ham...makes my mouth water just thinking about it

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    ADHORTATOR
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    2 years ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My father is from Friuli, I have spent my first 16 summers down there.... Cividale, Palmanova, Udine.... four lofficial languages exist: Italian, slovenian, german and furlan... the most tourists are the offspring of emigrants, visiting their family :-)

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    #28

    30 People Reveal What Underrated Travel Destinations They Couldn't Recommend More Nicaragua. Incredibly beautiful, and very inexpensive. It's like a "poor man's" Costa Rica.

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    Kimi Tomminello
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Great country to visit but requires some research and definitely recommend a reputable local guide. I went on a conservation tour for work and really enjoyed the wildlife and landscape but was very thankful for our guides. Scientists aren't known for having common sense when it comes to where to go and not to go on their own lol we just follow signs of life.

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    #29

    North side of Bali, most people only visit Nusa Sua for the beach which is nice on itself, but the north side is breathtaking, there are many temples that still look ancient and have little to no visitors. Markets have lots ot traditional crafts and really cool stuff to see. Food is great and cheap too.

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    Caro Caro
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is so true. Leave the touristy places and go North. It's fantastic and will take your breath away.

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    Thessaloniki, Greece. Great history, awesome food, a vibrant nightlife, and exciting destinations you can explore nearby like Chalkidiki and Mount Olympus.

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    Vicky Z
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I wasn't expecting to see my city here! ❤❤It's the second biggest city after Athens but not many foreigners know it! We have museums we have castle and historic center we have sea very close and a great nightlife! We Also have great restaurants and far too many options to eat from!!

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    #31

    30 People Reveal What Underrated Travel Destinations They Couldn't Recommend More In California, beat the crowds and go to Lassen instead of breathing in 50,000 cars worth of exhaust fumes in Yosemite. Beautiful, uncrowded, and just absolutely incredible. Totally unique ecosystem and landscape. You'll be spending some money in the poorest part of the state too, as a nice feel good bonus.

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    I love Albania! No issues as a solo female for 3 weeks. One of the most beautiful and unspoilt countries I've ever visited, and I am itching to go back. The standout for me was how friendly the people were, they would literally go out of their way to make sure I got to where I wanted to go.
    You're getting beaches that are equally as beautiful as those in Greece, but you can visit for a third of the price.

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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Albania is sensational. Welcoming and friendly people who will do anything to help you. True hospitality. The mountains could belong in Switzerland. There is amazing in the north. Beaches of Ksamil in the south are glorious and I caught a ferry to Corfu from nearby Saranda. Ancient ruins in Butrint blew my mind. Can’t wait to visit again and explore more of the east.

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    #33

    The Azores
    Portuguese islands in the middle of the Atlantic Ocean. Spent 3 weeks there island hopping (did 4/9), and especially the city of Furnas on São Miguel is magical, and Peter's Cafe Sport in Horta, Faial was the best hangout.

    For whatever reason, the islands are super overlooked.

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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    shhhhhh!!! don't tell ANYONE about these treasures. i love them with all my heart.

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    #34

    Malta is known by Europeans, but it's practically unheard of among Americans, and it's a fantastic place to visit. It's cheap, stunningly beautiful, and has perfect weather year-round. Once you go slightly off the beaten path from the main attractions in Valletta, you'll hardly see any tourists.

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    Robert T
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Malta is lovely. I had the privilege of a 7 week work engagement there, so I got some weekends to go out and explore.

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    Albania.

    The northern part is filled with vastly beautiful landscapes and mountain ranges. The southern part has gorgeous crystal blue beaches with very affordable resorts. The entire country is filled with ancient rustic architecture and castles as well which gives a great traditional touch.

    You can find incredibly nice resorts and hotels to stay at for very affordable prices. The people are extremely welcoming and the hospitality is great. Easily one of my favorite travel destinations throughout the world!

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    #36

    Alesund and Bergen, Norway. So much beauty in that country. It's so safe and clean. People are so friendly and every building is just gorgeous. The culture is so environmentally friendly too. I was really taken aback by Bergen, easily one of my favorite places in the world.

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    #37

    If you like cultural place and historical country , i really suggest you to travel to Iran . Iran is a big country in the middle east. Iran has lot of professional ski resorts like Dizin resort, you can search about it on internet and you can visit it 's historical place like Isfahan & Shiraz. you can visit nomad too, and really enjoy my trip because of it , i suggest every one that love new experience travel to Iran. further more i should say it is one of my cheapest travel .

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    #38

    Kraków is a peach of a town. Only European city I've visited twice. And would again. I say it deserves a shout here, because most people will opt for a stay in Praha, Budapest, or Vienna in that general area.
    It has tons of amazing historical sites, beautiful city scenery, and plenty of hidden gems if you like going off the beaten path. The nightlife is also great for people who enjoy that sort of thing.

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    Katinka Min
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Krakow is not a hidden gem, though. It is chockful of tourists because it is really amazing. But well known.

    #39

    I loved Glasgow. People said it was just an old industrial city, but I found it to be so much more than that. Between all the green and history it was possibly my favorite stop.

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    Robert T
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I spent many weeks working in Glasgow. There are some cracking restaurants and pubs.

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    30 People Reveal What Underrated Travel Destinations They Couldn't Recommend More Lima. I see so many people say skip it or only spend a day there. The historic downtown is gorgeous and it’s on the coast with plenty of beaches. Plus the food and people are awesome. I don’t get it. I spent 4 days there and wish I had more time

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    30 People Reveal What Underrated Travel Destinations They Couldn't Recommend More Please, if you ever come to Brazil, go to:

    - Lençóis Maranhenses

    - Jalapão (setting of Survivor Tocantins)

    - Bonito

    - Chapada dos Veadeiros

    - Alter do Chão

    All of them are not as known as Rio de Janeiro and they are so amazing.

    When I traveled, I found Japan underrated. It is really famous, but even then was cooler than I thought. Krakow and Eswatini were really great too, as Myanmar (but they are not in a good place now).

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    #42

    The Balkans! Croatia,Albania,Greece,Montenegro some of the best places to visit during summer.

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    Loki’s Lil Butter Knife
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Another one of my bucket lists items is to visit Plitvice Lakes National Park in Croatia-- it looks truly stunning.

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    30 People Reveal What Underrated Travel Destinations They Couldn't Recommend More Adelaide Australia. Think stunning wineries, a beautiful coast line and a vibrant food and wine scene. The city itself is absolutely stunning and the locals are so friendly. There's just as much to do in Adelaide as there is in Melbourne or Sydney.

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    Foxxy (The Original)
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    2 years ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    As an Adelaidian I can tell you now that there really isn't a lot to do compared to Sydney or Melbourne. If you are into wine, then we have 2 of the top wine destinations in Australia (McLaren Vale and Barossa Valley). March is the month of festivals so if your interested in that kind of thing then Mad March is for you. We have 4 nicknames that describe Adelaide, the city of roadworks, the city of churches, the wine state and the festival state. Don't get me wrong I love living in Adelaide, we have some great beaches but there really isn't a whole lot to do.

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    30 People Reveal What Underrated Travel Destinations They Couldn't Recommend More Oddly specific, but Viana Do Castello in Portugal. About an hour north of Porto. Was only there for four days as a part of a bigger trip, but it was one of my favorite places.

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    30 People Reveal What Underrated Travel Destinations They Couldn't Recommend More Van, Turkey - a really remote place with nice lake and mountain views. A must for tranquillity seekers, cat persons, and breakfast lovers. Really close to Iran.

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    #46

    Emilia-Romagna, in Italy. Bologna is a fairly well-known destination, but the smaller cities are incredible. Parma, Modena, Reggio Emilia, Rimini, Ravenna, Ferrara, Piacenza...they all have truly unique and not over-crowded attractions. And, not for nothing, it is truly one of the greatest food cultures in the world.

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    Istria, Croatia. This Croatian peninsula borders Italy in the Northern Adriatic Sea. It never seems to get as much love as the south (Zagreb, Dubrovnik, Split, etc.), but it deserves it.

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    #49

    Ethiopia, Tunisia.

    Both have great history, landscapes, and food. And quite reasonable price wise. I've been back to both a few times and would love to revisit.

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    #50

    I’m from Dorset on the jurassic coast so we have plenty of places to camp, glamp, and seaside hotels surrounded by 7 miles of beach with fossils. In Dorset we have an abandoned village that my ancestors came from, a destroyed castle, a famous forest called the New Forest thats also in the county of Hampshire home to wolves, and a tank museum.

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    Kaz
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It always makes me smile that the New Forest was mentioned in the Domesday book (1086). So new and shiny.

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    #51

    Northern Spain. Incredible beauty at a fraction of the cost of many similar places in Europe. You could spend a couple of months exploring the Basque Country, Asturias, Cantabria, and Galicia alone. Driving around the Picos de Europa is a great experience, and you can drive between rural mountain towns to quaint beach towns in less than an hour. Great public transportation to rural places in the Basque Country too.

    Madrid, Barcelona, Andalusia, and the resort parts of Spain get so much attention the north is really underrated (putting aside a couple months of dreary weather in the winter)

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    Rennes, France!

    Ok so France is by no means underrated. I personally think Paris is hugely overrated and after living there for year, it kinda sucks. But Rennes is awesome! It's a city filled with students. It is not touristy at all, which in my opinion makes the food AMAZING. In Paris, you have to avoid all the tourist trap restaurants, but in Rennes literally every meal I had was amazing.

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    #53

    Belfast
    There are loads to see and do. Titanic quarter. Where it was built and full history of it. There are numerous tours of the city showing all sides of the 'troubles'. There have been quite a lot of movies and television shows filmed there in recent years. The Antrim coast is beautiful! There is so much to see and do.

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    #54

    Yeah there we go. Everyone goes to Croatia but I loved Slovenia. Triglav is super beautiful, and everyone is very nice. Never even made it to Ljubljana, I should really go back.

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    #55

    Portugal. Reasonable flights from N America, and everything is super cheap once you’re there. Bonus: its absolutely gorgeous there, and the food is amazing.

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    #56

    Aljezur, Portugal.

    I feel Portugal is a place that’s overshadowed by Spain, France, and Italy. It’s very cheap, artsy, has 300+ of the cleanest beaches lined up along the coast, great food, and moderate weather year round (except for when it gets hot during the summer).

    Aljezur is a small coastal town that embodies everything that I love in the beach villages of Portugal. Nice local restaurants with live bands, amazing sunset views, nature walks, surf schools, and just a laid back atmosphere in general. You won’t find a McDonald’s or Starbucks here, but you’ll be happy you didn’t. There are also plenty of other towns just as great as Aljezur along the coast, too, depending on what you’re looking for. Lagos is Miami-meets-Lisbon, which is great if, well, that’s your thing!!

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    #57

    Scotland.

    The Islands are the most northern points as tourists tend to do the Isle of Skye and not further on to Uist, Lewis, etc...

    I’m from there but have been living in the US for the last 9 years, can’t wait to go back and visit my country.

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    #58

    Basque Country in France.

    I was blown away the first time I saw some of the coastline in French Basque Country. Biarritz in particular is breathtaking. Blue-as-Caribbean water, amazing weather, awesome surf culture, friendly people, lots of restaurant and bars options, etc. Then you have the Pyrenees hovering over in the distance. It’s like you’re in a painting. I was sad when I told people about it and no one had a clue where it was.

    Criminally underrated area, and absolutely worth a weekend trip in the summer, if you can make down.

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    Mozambique, it's extremely beautiful especially Quissico

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    #60

    Siena Italy.

    In the Tuscany region but not as crowded and touristy as Florence. Not a tiny town with nothing, but not so massive you get lost.

    Go around the Palio and there is always something happening.

    Personal Note: The B&B I stayed at was near the main square, right above a little coffee shop which was next to a old guy's little fruit market. Waking up in the morning and going downstairs for a cup of coffee and some fresh fruit was too perfect. I would do anything to go back to that little place and enjoy a simple cup of coffee.

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    Mari
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Siena is marvelous. Firenze is a must-see, San Gimignano and Lucca are beautiful.

    #61

    So many places… (in no particular order) San Gimignano, San Marino, Normandy, Brittany, Kentucky, Quebec City, Krakow, South Island New Zealand.

    There are many beautiful places that are off the radar. Skip the big cities, go for the places between them.

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    #62

    Kinsale, Ireland. Awesome coastal town south of cork.

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    #63

    Thailand

    Spend some time looking around for tickets, went in early September and caught a week long heat wave which meant no rain!!! It’s part of the slow season so not very touristy at the time but round trip tickets for me and my wife cost me $1600 for both. Airbnb’s are cheap and so are most hotels. Food is good and reasonably priced. Once November hits though, the tourists come rolling in. We gambled with the weather by going during the monsoon season and it ended up paying off. Considering going back again, if you don’t like commotion and busy cities, I’d suggest staying away from Bangkok.

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    Caro Caro
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    2 years ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Bangkok is fantastic but very hard for tourists to avoid the tourist traps!. Talk to your hotel (BnB owner ) receptionist and get them to arrange some things, they love doing that and will book a car and driver and make a plan. This city never sleeps. One market closes and the other one opens .... It's great. Every tourist goes to the North West but go North East and follow the Mekong river for a bit. You'll love it.

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    Georgia. It’s incredible. You have hiking, mountains, beaches, amazing and cheap food, cheap transportation, easy hitch hiking, and best of all, dirt cheap accommodation. The cheapest I’ve paid is $5 USD for 3 nights total lol. It’s not overpopulated by tourists either (yet), and it’s got an interesting mix of Asian middle eastern & soviet vibes. It’s a really cool culture.

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    Jim Thorp a small Pennsylvania town named after the greatest native American Olympic athlete of all time.

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    #66

    Moldova has beautiful landscapes, really friendly people, and really good wine. In fact, Milestii Mici holds the world record for the largest wine cellar in the world.

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    #67

    I loved Lombok (one island over) and Flores so much better. I wouldn't say I didn't enjoy the time I spent in Bali, but I don't think it has anything to offer that can't be found cheaper and more authentic on other islands.

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    Mama Penguin
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    2 years ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I agree Bali is more touristy. However, comparing Bali with Lombok or Flores is comparing apples to oranges. Different cultures altogether.

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    #68

    Slovenia.

    It’s Europe’s hidden gem. Super cheap once you’re there but it has beaches like Italy, stunning canals and bridges, lovely architecture, beautiful castles, Caves with the infamous proteus fish. Ljubljana’s downtown looks so beautiful it almost felt like a movie set. Also, you can rent a car and drive to Italy if you wanted to take a day trip.

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    India, specifically the himalayan states of Sikkim, Uttarakhand, Ladakh and Kishtwar (Jammu and kashmir) and Himachal Pradesh. Cheap af and the landscape is out of this world with kanchenjunga the third highest mountain in the world and the highest in India ,Nanda devi the highest mountain in the state of Uttarakhand, alpine meadows, pine - deodar-oak-sal forests, red pandas, snow leopards and himalayan brown bears. Very low population density, no crime whatsoever and extremely safe to visit. If you know where to go and can be a bit adventurous then it is definitely one of the most beautiful areas of the planet earth.

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    Albania. They have a beautiful coastline like Greece, an extremely interesting history, super friendly people, and it’s way cheap. People don’t go because they think it’s unsafe, but I never once felt unsafe.

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    The state of Chhattisgarh in India.

    It is ignored by most travelers in India including Indians themselves as well as people from outside India.

    It has quite a few natural sites which are still uncorrupted by the whole "tourist" treatment.

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    Prague. Has beautiful sights and is amazingly cheap to party

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    Milan
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    2 years ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Prague is in my top 3 cities in the world. Even i am Slovak and it is near to me. Love Prague and his vibe ☺️

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    #73

    Egypt

    You could go from 7000 year old historical sites to the most crystal clear beaches and coral reefs on the Red Sea, all within a short 2 hour bus ride. Everything is dirt cheap if you’re from Europe or America. Eat like a king with kebab and chicken and a whole arrangement of side dishes, it will set you back under $8-10 USD. So many amazing places to see besides Cairo/Giza. Luxor and Aswan have an amazing history and the nicest people you’ll ever meet. Hurghada, Sharm El Sheikh, Marsa Allam, and Marsa Matroh have amazing beaches and resorts (I’m talking 5 star resorts for under $100 a night all inclusive), and Dahab has awesome camping and hostels on the beach.

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    Caro Caro
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Meh. Sharm El Sheikh is known for the "all-in" prices so lots of drunk tourists.

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    #74

    If you want a french experience but not the expense, go to Montreal. There used to be $99 flights from DC and it was a great way to scratch an international travel itch very quickly and easily. It's lovely.

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    Bored Seb
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Montreal is not France. You won't experience France by going there... but you'll experience the best part of Europe, and the best part of North America, mixed in the best city in the world. But... no, Montreal is not "hidden"...

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    #75

    Faroe island, Christmas island, and more micro nation islands of the Pacific.

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    Cape May, NJ

    It is literally the southernmost town in NJ. Cape May is best known for its huge Victorian mansions, incredibly wide beaches, outdoor shopping, and none of the loudness/commotion that comes with a typical resort town.

    Plus Wildwood is right next door, which has the Boardwalk, amusement parks, etc. for when you do want the resort feel.

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    #77

    Huron National Forest in Michigan.

    The forest is located around the second knuckle of the first and middle fingers on your hand map, and it's amazing.

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    #78

    Armenia! It has most of the same upsides as its more talked-about neighbor Georgia, but it's a lot less traveled (by non-Russians at least). As a consequence, it is somewhat cheaper and you're less likely to be surrounded by touts when walking down the street. Yerevan is a very interesting city, in particular.

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    #79

    Island of Chiloe, Chile

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    #80

    Croatia, not everybody will like stuff here but its the only thing keeping my country's economy running lmao

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    Deadwood, South Dakota: like a mini-vegas without the crowds. You can get a log cabin on the outskirts of town for a week for the price of two days in a Vegas suite.

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