{"id":18365,"date":"2022-05-12T19:41:30","date_gmt":"2022-05-12T19:41:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.carnival.com\/awaywego\/?p=18365"},"modified":"2022-05-12T19:41:30","modified_gmt":"2022-05-12T19:41:30","slug":"5-lesser-known-travel-destinations-that-are-real-treats","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.carnival.com\/awaywego\/travel\/5-lesser-known-travel-destinations-that-are-real-treats","title":{"rendered":"5 Lesser-known travel destinations that are real treats"},"content":{"rendered":"

Consider these spots \u201chidden getaways\u201d, and check one out for your next trip!<\/strong><\/p>\n

Some destinations are famous for very good reasons: <\/span>Rome<\/span><\/a>, Paris, New York City. But there are also less popular spots that are truly treats themselves.<\/span><\/p>\n

One way to treat yourself on a trip is to go somewhere entirely new! It doesn\u2019t hurt you\u2019ll probably get to tell friends and family about a cool vacation spot they haven\u2019t seen either.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

So if you\u2019re looking for <\/span>lesser-known travel destinations<\/span>, here are the top spots to start:<\/span><\/p>\n

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Some of Aruba’s more colorful inhabitants.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

ABC Islands<\/b><\/p>\n

There\u2019s a reason<\/span> Aruba<\/span><\/a>,<\/span> Bonaire<\/span><\/a>, and<\/span> Curacao<\/span><\/a> are often grouped together and referred to as \u201cABC\u201d.<\/span><\/p>\n

For American travelers they\u2019re a bit farther out as they are the westernmost of the Leeward Antilles. They\u2019re also further south than popular spots like The Bahamas, Jamaica, and even Barbados.<\/span><\/p>\n

What does that mean? Even. Warmer. Weather. Head to the beautiful beaches on any of these islands any time of year and you\u2019ll likely catch temps at least in the mid-80s. Not to mention crystal clear Caribbean waters.<\/span><\/p>\n

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The most picturesque view of Bergen may be from the water.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Bergen Norway<\/b><\/a><\/p>\n

Norway is rightfully famous for their fjords. These impressive narrow inlets reach far inland, and are often flanked by towering cliffs and even waterfalls! They\u2019re the main draw of<\/span> the incredible coastlines of Scandinavia<\/span><\/a>.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Yet city life there is equally unique. Bergen is the second largest city in the country, but somehow still feels like a small town. Houses on hillsides, narrow cobblestoned streets, and an iconic fishing wharf all add to the charm. Plus, a central fish market supplies residents and restaurants with the North Sea\u2019s bounty. The Bryggen Waterfront also offers the most quintessential view: colorful, Norwegian homes lining the water with rocky hills rising behind them.<\/span><\/p>\n

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The best way to take in Tasmania? From on top of it!<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Hobart<\/b><\/a>, Tasmania<\/b><\/p>\n

For many, hearing \u201cTasmania\u201d may bring to mind a certain \u201cdevil\u201d, which is of course one of the<\/span> wild animals you can see in Australia<\/span><\/a>. There are other reasons to see the island of Tasmania, which sits south of<\/span> Melbourne<\/span><\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n

Near the capital of Hobart, you can take in truly panoramic views of the River Derwent and surrounding islands from the observation tower atop Mount Wellington. So take a hike and take in the view! Wineries and breweries abound as well, and so if you\u2019re taking the bucket list trip to Australia, a stop in \u201cTassie\u201d (as the locals call it) is well worth it!<\/span><\/p>\n

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Take a trek to these hidden gems in the jungle!<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Yucatan<\/b><\/a>, Mexico<\/b><\/p>\n

The Mexican state of Yucatan sees far less visitors than Quintana Roo, the state to its east,\u00a0 which is home to vacation hotspots like<\/span> Cozumel<\/span><\/a> and Cancun, as well as<\/span> Mayan ruins in Tulum<\/span><\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n

But if you trade the Caribbean for the Gulf of Mexico, Yucatan has many of its own draws as well. For one, lush rainforests can be found throughout the many nature reserves that dot the state\u2014like the impressive Reserva Estatal Geohidrol\u00f3gica Anillo de Cenotes.<\/span><\/p>\n

As the name suggests, you can also find \u201ccenotes\u201d there\u2014freshwater sinkholes and caves where you can safely jump in, swim, and snorkel in the crystal clear water. Add in the vibrant city of Merida, one of the<\/span> top places to travel in 2022<\/span><\/a>, and you\u2019ve got plenty to check out on your next trip! \u00a0 <\/span><\/p>\n

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This magnificent island sits between Europe and Africa.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Malta<\/b><\/a><\/p>\n

It\u2019s easy to understand why a tiny island nation in the Mediterranean is overshadowed by famed Greek isles, and its much larger Italian neighbor the island of Sicily to the north.<\/span><\/p>\n

But Malta has plenty to offer. Its ideal location meant that the island changed hands many times throughout history, and so the influence of Romans, Moors, French, and British can all be seen in Maltese architecture. Tour the megalithic temples, Baroque buildings, churches, and even palaces in the capital Valletta and it will instantly be clear why it was named a UNESCO World Heritage site.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Consider these spots \u201chidden getaways\u201d, and check one out for your next trip! 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