Are you bored and restless at home? Want some change and burst of energy in life. Understandably, these past months have been tough for everyone, with COVID-19 plunging our lives in dismay and uncertainty. However, now that its vaccination is in process with testing and trials conducted in all parts of the world. Life seems to be returning to normal, so there’s no need to be confined in homes anymore. And the most incredible thing about it is that we can freely travel again.
Restrained at homes with no social life has genuinely revealed the charm of traveling and experiencing the unknown. It has shown us that change of location is essential for mental and physical rejuvenation. It can provide one with inner peace and tranquility, which is absent in our hectic lives. So the time has arrived to put all those travel plans into action that you made during the lockdown.
Below we share five of the most exquisite travel destinations;
- Great Smoky Mountains National Park, US:
Sometimes the limelight and crowd of the city can be overbearing for our senses. The wildlife, the lush greenery, the soothing streams, rivers, and waterfall, and the hiking on a trail can be delightful. The Great Smoky Mountains National Park in the USA offers all this and much more for someone seeking to experience nature’s blessings.
Anyone will have the best time of their lives in this diverse landscape that has vast forests, ideal hiking routes, and camping spots. What’s even better is that there are pet friendly cabins in Gatlinburg near the Smoky Mountains. It means if you have pets, you no longer have to arrange for their care when you go on this trip. They can enjoy all the beauty of the Smoky Mountains with you. This bonus point makes the trip to this thriving National Park more appealing.
- Machu Picchu, Peru:
Do you have an interest in history and architecture? If yes, then this architecture masterpiece can be a heaven for you. An Inca empire remains, nestled in the Andes Mountains of Peru; it has unique walls and buildings constructed with mortarless stones. It is a prevailing mystery that the walls are fused without any binding material yet are standing tall since the 15th century.
The Inca trail hike leads the visitors to Machu Picchu’s historical sanctuary, magnificent stonework, and smart irrigation and terraced fields. Hiking there is a treat as all the terraces, stairs, and pathways blend beautifully with the mountain’s structure.
- Rome, Italy:
Filled with aesthetic artifacts, grandeur architecture, museums, churches, and statues, the capital of Italy can be anyone’s perfect choice of vacation. The city is a beautiful mix of the old and modern with great locations you can visit during the trip. The Coliseum, Pantheon, and the Roman Forum are the main sites to visit.
The nearby St Peter’s Basilica in Vatican City with its Renaissance architecture also holds great appeal. The Vatican museums have such historical arts and painting that any art lover will significantly rejoice in viewing them. Additionally, food lovers can thoroughly enjoy authentic and famous Italian delights like gelato, pizza, and pasta.
- South Island, New Zealand:
New Zealand’s South Island is a pure tourist paradise with picturesque locations of grand mountains, Fjords, and glaciers. It has two of the world’s most accessible glaciers, the Fox Glacier and Franz Josef Glacier. You can either track or hike on these glaciers to fully appreciate and explore the ice routes.
South Island is ideal for people with a fascination for stars. The Mt John Observatory has one of the world’s largest Dark Sky Reserve, where you can see a vast number of stars shining in the Milky Way. The tourists also get to dwell in their adventurous side on the lakeside resort of Queenstown. All the recreational activities that you can think of are available there. These include bungee jumping to canyon swings, river surfing, white water rafting, sky diving, and jet boating. South Island is indeed the most interesting place to visit, so why not make it your next destination.
- Bali, Indonesia:
Bali is brimming with forested volcanoes’ unique sites between green pasture, rice paddies, clear beaches, and holy temples. The overall journey to Bali with abundant forests and greenery leaves a person feeling calm. Known as the “Island of the Gods,” Bali tends to take its visitors on a spiritual journey through its Tanah Lot Temple and Cliffside Uluwatu Temple. Both these temples are not just holy shrines but are also fantastic architecture dating centuries back.
More than that, you can explore the whole island on a scooter to relish the big markets and roadside stalls. The beachside Kuta nightlife, the fabulous spa treatments, yoga retreats, and indulgent cuisine are just some bonuses of Bali.
Wrap up:
Traveling to new and exquisite places is not just exciting but also therapeutic for the mind and soul. This travel guide has something for everyone. Be it peaceful spots for those who prefer nature or for those who want insightful historical travel. So pack your bag, book your ticket, and get to the place you like the most from our list of exquisite travel destinations.
