If anyone has some extra change lying around during this recession that has hit the world and the U.S. very hard then now is the perfect time for travel. Since we are in fall right now the weather is still pretty nice, plus it isn't the tourist season. This means lower rates on hotels, tours, admission fees, and much more. Plus, there are fewer people to battle, shorter lines at tourist destinations, and fewer people in the background of your pictures.
Although the American dollar doesn't go very far in many countries particularly Europe you will be relieved to hear that Lonely Planet has just put out their top ten recommendations on "Best in Travel 2010." This guide recommends the best places to go and things to do in the following year, plus there are many exotic vacations that do not include pricey Europe.
The top countries to go to next year are El Salvador, Malaysia, Morocco, Nepal, New Zealand, Portugal, Suriname, Greece, Germany, and the United States. Only two European countries are on this list plus Greece is one of the more affordable countries Americans can visit in Europe. Money seems to go in Greece than it would in Berlin or France. These countries are expensive to visit especially when the dollar is only 2/3 of a euro.
As for top regions Lonely Planet recommends Alsace, France; Bali, Indonesia; Fernando de Noronha, Brazil; Goa, India; Koh Kong Conservation Corridor, Cambodia; Lake Baikal, Russia; Oaxaca, Mexico; Southern Africa; The Lake District, England; Southwest Western Australia. These regions offer travelers a great experience that is off the beaten path. They get to experience the beauty of the country and more of the local life instead of the resorts, fancy restaurants, and shopping malls.
Besides top countries and top regions, there is also a recommendation of top cities to visit in the world. Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates; Charleston, United States; Cork, Ireland; Cuenca, Ecuador; Istanbul, Turkey; Kyoto, Japan; Lecce, Italy; Sarajevo, Bosnia; Singapore; and Vancouver, Canada.
If these destinations interest you, start planning now. Hopefully you can find good deals but make sure to study the destination before you book. If you don't study you might end up facing cold or wet weather, attractions closing earlier, a public holiday in which the city shuts down, or the fact that the sun sets sooner.
This means that you won't be able to see as many things as you might like because it gets dark so early. A little planning can go a long ways and make you're vacation as enjoyable as possible. Nothing is worse than going on a vacation and something you hadn't realized messes everything up.
Also if you're trying to stay within a budget, start looking for hotels that are moderately priced. If you wait to long, the modest rooms might be gone and you'll have to splurge on an expensive and overrated place to stay. Also if you go either before or after tourist season, you will most likely get a better bang for your buck. Even though traveling is expensive you can still see those destinations without going over your budget by knowing a few tips.
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