{"id":10,"date":"2021-01-18T06:35:24","date_gmt":"2021-01-18T06:35:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.itravelworlds.com\/blog\/blog-post-title\/"},"modified":"2021-01-21T11:27:12","modified_gmt":"2021-01-21T11:27:12","slug":"some-unusual-places-to-visit-around-the-world","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.itravelworlds.com\/blog\/some-unusual-places-to-visit-around-the-world\/","title":{"rendered":"Some Unusual Places To Visit Around The World"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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Are you trying to spice up your travel this holiday season? Travelling off the beaten path to these unusual places to visit can be the missing ingredient you need to make lasting memories. There\u2019s a place in nearly every corner of the world to visit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For instance, maybe you want to search for oddly-placed utility poles<\/a>. Or maybe you find the cheapest flights<\/a> regardless of the destination. Better yet, you want to enjoy luxury travel<\/a> without going to the typical hangouts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you\u2019ve been looking for an excuse to go somewhere different, these travel ideas should spark some conversation. These are 7 unusual places you would love to visit:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Mongolia<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Mongolia can definitely be one of the most unique destinations for international travel. This landlocked nation is quite picturesque. The best way to reach Mongolia is by flying into the capital city of Ulaanbaatar. Once inside the \u201cLand of the Eternal Blue Sky,\u201d you can see the world’s largest ghengis khan statue, ride a camel in gobi desert and visit the monogolian steppe by horseback.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The most traditional experience is sleeping in a yurt. Locals call them a ger<\/em> in the Mongolian language. Nomads use these portable structures to move about the country as necessary. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you spin the globe and travel to where your finger lands, it might land on Tanzania<\/a>. Seeing Mt. Kilimanjaro might be on your bucket list. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

You should also make time for the picturesque Serengeti National Park. The best time (and most popular) to visit is from late June through October. You can witness lots of migrating animals. Although the best time to visit can be whenever you\u2019re able to travel.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Tanzania also has the benefit of having beachfront views on the Indian Ocean and Lake Victoria. If you can travel on \u201cAfrica time\u201d try seeing everything. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

You can also try staying at the Manta Resort\u2019s Underwater Room<\/a> on the remote Pemba Island. This room is 4 meters (13 feet) underwater. Your windows look into the crystal blue Indian Ocean. If you prefer sleeping on terra firma, the resort has lovely villas and garden rooms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Lagos, Portugal<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

One of the best spots in Portugal<\/a> in the Algarve region on the nation\u2019s southern coast. You can enjoy relaxing strolls on the beach or admire the tall cliffs dotting the coastline. You might try cliff jumping also<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Lagos can serve as basecamp for your adventure. You\u2019re far enough away from Lisbon to enjoy a full taste of Portugal. If possible, rent a car for your stay so you can explore the region when you need a break from the water.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sea activities include kayaking, dolphin watching, and exploring caves during low tide. Don\u2019t forget to enjoy seafood while you\u2019re here. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Iceland<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Iceland<\/a> offers a little something for everyone. And because this nation is a little off the beaten path, it has fewer tourists than most of Europe. After all, when\u2019s the last time you had a friend catch a connecting flight in this tiny nation?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

One must-see landmark is the Blue Lagoon. This natural hot water spa lets you loosen up. Advance reservations are required. You can also stay at the on-site hotel for a multi-day visit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Since Iceland is almost at the top of the world, you may time your visit for how many hours of darkness (or daylight) there is. In the summer months of June and July, the sun is out almost the entire day. However, it\u2019s dark for all but a few hours during December and January. The winter months can be prime time for seeing the glimmering Northern Lights.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Guatemala<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Guatemala<\/a> is another nation that is easy to overlook when deciding where to get your next passport stamp. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Coffee lovers<\/a> may love this holiday destination as you can tour a coffee plantation. Maybe you will even try to smuggle as many roasted coffee beans as possible into your suitcase. The Guatemalan roast can also be more affordable than the world\u2019s most expensive coffee beans<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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You can also explore Mayan ruins, hike to volcanoes (some are still active), and explore historic ruins in Guatemala City or Antigua. Visit Guatemala City to enjoy a less-touristy experience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Outdoorsy people will also love visiting Lake Atitlan. Author Aldous Huxley is credited with describing this spot as the world\u2019s most beautiful lake. You can cross the lake by boat and decide for yourself. It\u2019s also possible to wander through a nature preserve, buy Mayan-inspired textiles, and gasp at the high mountains from the water.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Uruguay<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Visiting South America can be a little dodgy as of late. You don\u2019t know when there will be national protests or a currency crisis<\/a>. The tiny nation of Uruguay has been able to sidestep the recent turmoil gripping most of the continent.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Neighboring Argentina<\/a> and Brazil<\/a> usually steal the spotlight for their cuisine and natural beauty. You will see that Uruguay<\/a> can be just as great.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you\u2019re only going to visit Uruguay, fly into the capital city of Montevideo. This capital city gives you pristine beach access, tango dancing, and plenty of chances to eat asado <\/em>(barbecue)<\/a>or drink wine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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What if you\u2019re staying in Argentina and want to make an Uruguayan day trip. No problem. If you\u2019re staying in Buenos Aires, you can easily ferry to Colonia del Sacramento<\/a>. This historic town has been under Portuguese and Spanish control in previous centuries. Today, you can see the cobblestone streets, a historic lighthouse, and old city walls.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Christmas Island (Australian Territory)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Not too sound clich\u00e9 but how would you like to spend Christmas on Christmas Island? Yes, this is a real island that\u2019s an Australian territory. You can reach it by plane from either Perth or Jakarta. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The red crab migration can be a sight to see and this annual event usually happens during November and December. Exact dates are dictated by nature when the wet season starts. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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You can also visit sparsely-populated beaches, fish, or go snorkeling. This might be one of the best-kept travel destinations in Oceania the world doesn\u2019t know about.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Are you trying to spice up your travel this holiday season? Travelling off the beaten path to these unusual places to visit can be the missing ingredient you need to make lasting memories. There\u2019s a place in nearly every corner of the world to visit. For instance, maybe you want to search for oddly-placed utility poles. […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":58,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"hide_page_title":"","_coblocks_attr":"","_coblocks_dimensions":"","_coblocks_responsive_height":"","_coblocks_accordion_ie_support":""},"categories":[],"tags":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.itravelworlds.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/10"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.itravelworlds.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.itravelworlds.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.itravelworlds.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.itravelworlds.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=10"}],"version-history":[{"count":9,"href":"https:\/\/www.itravelworlds.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/10\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":119,"href":"https:\/\/www.itravelworlds.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/10\/revisions\/119"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.itravelworlds.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/58"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.itravelworlds.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=10"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.itravelworlds.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=10"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.itravelworlds.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=10"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}