Muses of The Wanderlust

1 month in hiatus and I'm back.

Was pretty busy with many stuffs, but I'm back here with yet another travelling post!
Haha, I'm pretty much deprived of my much needed trip, and I'm just counting down to 2 more weeks.

Basically, I've caught this article from a blog and felt that I should just share it here.
They are the top 25 travel destinations.
Very pretty places, so see how many of this places have you left footsteps in:

1. CAPE TOWN, SOUTH AFRICA

Cape Town glistens at the southern tip of the African continent.
It is the top destination for it's tourist brochure-views at Blaauwberg Beach and Kirstenbosch National Botanical Gardens, according to TripAdvisor.
Other places to visit include Table Mountain and Robben Island, the prison where Nelson Mandela was held for 27 years.

2.LAS VEGAS, NEVADA, USA

Sophisticated hotels, world-class restaurants, Elvis impersonators and indoor Venetian canals.
Honestly, TripAdvisor says there is no place on earth quite like Vegas.

3. RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL

Rio is a lively city that knows how to party hard.
If you are there in May, the high-octane annual Rio Carnival is a highlight.

4. BUENOS AIRES, ARGENTINA

Latin America's shopping capital has a vibrant nightscene. You can check out the Tower of Babel when you're there.

5. VENICE, ITALY

Sail through the Grand Canal on gondola and soak in the romance of Venice and you'll feel right from the scenes of The Tourist, starring Angelina Jolie and Johnny Depp.

6. HONOLULU, HAWAII, USA

Not to worry even if surfing is not your thing.
You can alway sunbathe and be a cam-whore to make your mark on the legendary Hawaiian beach.

7. PHI PHI ISLANDS, THAILAND

8. FLORENCE, ITALY

The city, which was declared UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1982, is a major centre rich in historical roots and the arts.
TripAdvisor recommends watching the opera at St. Mark's Anglican Church,
get magnificent panoramic views of the city from the Piazzale Michelangelo and visit the Basilica of Saint Mary of Florence, a Gothic-styled cathedral.

9. ST PETERSBURG, RUSSIA

The second largest city of Russia is a rich cultural hub, according to TripAdvisor.
Must-sees include architectural gems like the Winter Palace and the Kazan Cathedral.

10. SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA, USA

The financial and cultural centre of about 7.4 million people or more is a lively hub with much more to it than its iconic Golden Gate Bridge.
TripAdvisor recommends checking out Fisherman's Wharf, the Aquarium of the Bay, Mission District, Ferry Building Marketplace in the day, and Chinatown and clubs on the West Coast at night.

11. GRAND CAYMAN

The largest of the three Cayman islands.
There's scuba diving and snorkeling at Stingray City, where you'll find stingrays swimming alongside you in the clear blue waters.

12. NEW YORK CITY, NEW YORK, USA

If it is your first time there, the Empire State Building and Central Park are must-sees.
However, if you've been there, done that, pick a neighborhood and go deep, suggests TripAdvisor.
You'll find hole-in-the-wall bars, great delis and quirky shops.

13. PETRA, JORDAN

Petra means "rock" in Greek.
The historical city of Ma'an is famous for its rock cut architecture and water conduits system.
The UNESCO World Heritage Site has recently been named as one of the New Seven Wonders of the World.

14. ROME, ITALY

Known as the 'Eternal City', it has a jaw-dropping list of historical sights that can overwhelm even the most experienced traveller.

15. LONDON, UK

16. HONG KONG, CHINA

The metropolitan city is not just known for its financial district and shopping.

17. BARCELONA, SPAIN

You'll find Europe's best-preserved Gothic Quarter here, according to TripAdvisor.
Also, check out The Mind House in World's Strangest Buildings.

18. QUEENSTOWN, NEW ZEALAND

Known for its Hobbits, it was where the Lord of the Rings trilogy was filmed.
There's much to see and do for outdoor enthusiasts, according to TripAdvisor.
Try bungee jumping, white-water rafting, or simply kayak at Milford Sound,
a serene lake at the heart of the Fjordland National Park.

19. KYOTO, JAPAN (why is it not Tokyo?)

ancient capital of Japan

20. PRAGUE, CZECH REPUBLIC

The Prague Castle which has overlooked the city since the 9th century,
and the synagogues and cemetery of the Jewish Quarter are must-sees.
Also check out the nightscene at clubs and wine bars that are trendy and full of life.

21. JERUSALEM, ISRAEL

Yearly, thousands of pilgrims visit the old city of Jerusalem.
Don't miss the Western (Wailing) Wall, Temple Mount and The Citadel (Tower of David) when you are there.
But other than visiting the major tourist spots, take time to soak in the rich atmosphere of the city too.

22. SIEM REAP, CAMBODIA

23. PARIS, FRANCE

24. MACHU PICCHU, PERU

Situated on a mountain ridge above the Urubamba Valley and 80km northwest of Cusco,
the mid-1400s architecture is perched on a high plateau deep in the Amazonian jungle.
The site is a spectacle and archaeologists believe that it was built as an estate for the Inca emperor Pachacuti.

25. SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA (gasp! why not Melbourne?!)

City slickers, culture vultures and beach bums alike will fall in love with Sydney, according to TripAdvisor.
Climb the Sydney Harbour Bridge at night, get fresh seafood at Sydney fish market and more.

Credits to : http://www.relax.com.sg/relax/media/636488/Top_25_destinations_in_the_world.html

Above are the top 25 travelling destinations, and I'm very proud to say that I've visited 5 of them already!
As amazing as the other 20 places, I hope that I do get to visit every single one of them before any natural disaster strikes.
TGIF, and I'm breathing TW in 9 more days. =)