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Top 30 Unique Country Holiday Destinations
Whether you’re looking for a unique romantic vacation like no other, a place to drop in and drop out, a destination packed with rocking nightlife and wild parties, or a place where you can go miles without seeing another tourist, chances are we’ve got exactly what you’re looking for.
Best Exotic Beach Locales
Bali has been known as a tropical vacation paradise since tourists began landing on the shores of this small island in Indonesia in the 1940s. Go surfing on the world-renowned swells offshore, languish on the golden sand beaches, visit exotic temples drenched in the scent of incense and frangipani blossoms, or test your stamina on a hike up a volcano.
This tiny gem of an island in the Caribbean Sea offers more than just beaches with amazing scuba diving, pristine rainforests, volcanic mountain hiking trails and vibrant restaurants serving up fiery West Indies fare. For an exotic Caribbean island with loads of personality book a seaside hotel here.
With over 7000 islands, it is no surprise that the Philippines is a top beach holiday destination for visitors from around the world. Any activity you can dream of to do on a beach holiday can be done here, from scuba diving to snorkelling to wind surfing to kite boarding to filling your face with fresh seafood while watching the sun set over the ocean.
These seven sun drenched islands are some of Spain’s most popular beach holiday destinations for their gorgeous beaches, stunning landscapes, and luxurious resorts and holiday hideaways. After warm sunny days of water sports, sunbathing and fishing, watch the sunset over the ocean and marvel on why you didn’t come here sooner.
Sun worshippers will certainly get their fill in sunny Aruba with year round warm weather and clear days as well as amazing white sand beaches, turquoise waters, natural lagoons, unique rock formations, butterfly farms and breezy beachside villas for rent.
Best Destinations for a Romantic Holiday
It’s impossible not to feel the passion in seductive and sensory Italy. Everything here screams amore, from the slow moving gondolas plying the canals of Venice to the attractive and elegant statues and paintings in Florence, to the most cutting edge alluring fashions in the boutiques of Rome and secluded rustic villas in the countryside.
Many claim that this is the world’s most romantic country with Paris coming out on top as a prime honeymoon and romantic getaway destination. Share a bottle of bubbly champagne over an aphrodisiac dinner of fresh oysters, buttery escargot and to die for French pastries before getting in that one idyllic kiss under the Eiffel Tower and retiring to a fabulous hotel in a scenic part of the city.
You can’t go wrong by booking a romantic getaway in the Maldives. Year round pleasant weather, sparkling white sand beaches, warm aquamarine waters and plenty of spas and romantic resorts, hotels and lodging and restaurants make this a surefire winner with any loved one.
Swaying palm trees, soft sandy beaches, and the musical chirpings of the tropical birds in the trees are typical characteristics of a resort or villa in Costa Rica. Pamper your loved one with margaritas on the beach and afternoon massages at the spa in this super sexy, super relaxing Central American country.
The dreamy islands in this Indian Ocean paradise are the ideal spot for a honeymoon, with swanky five-star hotels for celebrating your new union or anniversary in style to affordable motels just minutes from deserted beaches and calm, clear seas.
Best Places to Party Like There’s No Tomorrow
Not only does Spain have some of the coolest, most post-modern cities with trendy bars and nightclubs in which to get your drink and dance on, but it is also home to Ibiza. This is where some of the world’s liveliest and most notorious nightclubs are found. With last minute hotel deals galore, this is the most happening and economical party locale.
Reggae, Dancehall, R n B, Hip Hop, and Caribbean Grooves are just some of the musical styles you can hear at clubs throughout Jamaica. Even the poshest of hotels in Jamaica have bumping nightclubs where you can get down and get moving with hundreds of other likeminded partiers from far and wide.
Every year Brazil hosts the annual Carnival festival where the streets shut down, parades of extravagantly costumed women and men dance samba in the streets and the crowds join in with revelry, dancing, and good old alcohol consumption. With 4.9 million people attending in 2011 alone, this is a party not to be missed, but be sure to book accommodation early as it fills up fast.
As such a big country with an amazingly diverse population, it should come as no surprise that the US abounds with rowdy parties across the country and year round. Join in Mardi Gras in New Orleans, the Burning Man Festival in Nevada, or let loose in Las Vegas where every night is one to remember. Hotels and lodging can easily be found here, as can others to share in the fun with.
The Full Moon Party on Koh Pha Ngan in Thailand is one of the most famous beach parties in the world. Every month on the night of the full moon top notch DJs converge on Haad Rin beach to play the latest dance tracks while tanned beach bums from all corners of the world dance barefoot in the sand under a blanket of stars before retiring when the sun comes up to affordable holiday cottages and bungalows.
Best Spots to Get Away From it All
Stepping off the plane into the balmy breezes of the Dominican Republic is like stepping into another world where work, chores, studies and the day-to-day grind just seem to disappear. Hole up in a villa rental or beach resort and become absorbed into a world of golden sands, pools, water sports, and amazing food with no distractions.
Once you get out of the cities, Ireland becomes a surreal world of rolling green hills, craggy cliffs, and sweeping ocean views. Rent a car and a quaint stone cottage for an escape into the rugged nature of Ireland’s countryside.
Nothing says winter wonderland like jaw dropping mountain peaks, crystal clear rivers and lakes, and rolling alpine valleys. Sometimes you just need to get away and breathe in some fresh air to get a new perspective on life, and a ski chalet in the Alps is the perfect place to do just that.
Grenada is a Caribbean escape where time seems to move on a different rhythm than the rest of the world. Laid-back, friendly and picturesque, the island is a haven for those that want to do nothing more than scuba dive, swim, suntan, or take it easy in a discount hotel or luxurious vacation rental.
Beachside holiday accommodation where the sea breezes blow gently through the window, 700 unique islands to choose from, and all the sea sports you can shake a stick at. Sounds like the perfect escape? That’s because it is.
Places to Get Off the Beaten Track
Tell people you’re going to Uruguay, and many will admit to never having heard of it before. That is exactly what makes this tiny country in South America an undiscovered gem with chilled out cities, wide open beaches, and cheap hotel accommodation for those that make the trip.
Tourists are only now just starting to trickle back into this beautiful country of golden sand beaches, ancient temples, gorgeous national parks and divine cuisine. Now is the time to get great deals on hotel accommodation before this unique vacation destination explodes on the tourist map.
Many people shy away from vacations in the Middle East due to unrest in many countries, but Jordan is perhaps one of the safest and most picturesque countries in the region with ancient temples, desert landscapes and friendly, welcoming locals.
Those who book vacation rentals in the lesser known areas of Kenya will be rewarded with amazing wildlife, stunning mountain and desert scenery, unique culture, and incredible beaches. Just be sure to check travel advisory warnings to ensure the area you stay in is safe and secure.
Many people can’t place Honduras on a map, and many more are completely unaware of the amazing beaches, great surf, ancient Mayan temples that rival those in Mexico, and ridiculous discount hotel deals to be had in sunny Honduras.
Enjoy The Great Outdoors in These Great Holiday Destinations
South Africa has it all, from sweeping coastal trails through meadows and past ocean vistas to challenging mountain trails to miles and miles of rugged coastline. Book a hotel in this diverse country at the tip of the African continent for a memorable outdoor adventure.
Go even further down under than Australia and rent an apartment or holiday home in New Zealand to explore untouched glaciers, sparkling blue fjords, emerald green valleys and windswept coastlines as well as any high adrenaline adventure sport you can think of.
Anyone who has previously booked a ski chalet or vacation property for rent in Bulgaria will tell you that it is a fantastic place for outdoorsmen (and women). Winter here is great for skiing, snowboarding and hiking, while the summer brings in the crowds for swimming, rock climbing and nature walks through the wilderness.
As the second largest country in the world, Canada has no shortage of the great outdoors. Visit a ski resort to explore the vast mountain ranges and ancient old growth forests, perfect for hiking, or book a seaside cottage and go fishing for your dinner in the ocean or numerous freshwater lakes and streams.
The big cities in Malaysia may seem overrun with towering skyscrapers and ever- mushrooming apartments for rent, but outside the urban sprawl there is a whole world of natural beauty to be seen, from yawning underground caverns to lush rainforests to silky soft sand beaches on either coast.
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