The top five travel destinations of 2019. Discovering unique travel
destinations around the world has become more accessible as ever. Thanks to the
Internet. I am Sven Koster a traveller and living in London. In this video I'm
going to share you the top five travel destinations for 2019. Every location on
my list I have travelled to or lived in. Experienced first hand. These are my top
five travel destinations for 2019. Number five on my list is Russia. Winter period
in Russia gives you fairy-tale landscapes. Normally packed tourist places are
now open for you to explore on your own. In for example the biggest museum in the world...
The Hermitage. The Hermitage is big. Festivities are going on to
keep up the mood. Cities are beautiful lit in the dark and if you thought that you
can't get any food in Russia. St. Petersburg is maybe one of the best
places in the world to have delicious affordable but also high-class cuisine.
From the cold in Russia we are moving on to the tropics in the Philippines.
The Philippines is a Southeast Asian country in the Western Pacific. Compromising of
an impressive number of more than 70,000 islands. The country might be famous for
its beautiful tropical beaches, brilliant diving locations, and snorkel opportunities
Don't forget inland you are able to discover world's most beautiful rice
terraces at Banaue rice terraces. Volcanoes such as the Taal and Mayon
volcano or terrific landscapes such as Chocolate Hills.
Number three on my list
is Tanzania. Tanzania is an East African country known for its vast wilderness,
for its plains in the Serengeti gradually giving way for the tallest
freestanding mountain on earth the Kilimanjaro but also known for tropical
beaches on Zanzibar. I would recommend to visit Tanzania in the end of January or during
the dry season in late June till about October which is the best
time to view wildlife. The best way to experience any new destination is by
fully immersing yourself through the eyes of a local.
For the more daring
you are able to climb Mount Kilimanjaro. However, don't forget Mount Meru the
fifth highest mountain in Africa next to Mount Kilimanjaro. The climb is more
challenging and the sunrise view is breathtaking. You will see the savanna
stretching out and the Sun slowly lighting Mount Kilimanjaro
Coming in on number two is Peru. Rich for its biodiversity preserved Quechua
culture and beautiful archaeological ruins. Peru is full of wonder and
discovery. There are two main native cultures in Peru the Quechua and Aymara.
Both of which are descended from the Inca. Today Peru has a strong mixture of
Spanish and Native influences. Of course you have to visit the wonder of the
world, Machu Picchu and there is also the incredible Lake Titicaca. One of the
largest lakes in South America but also don't forget to visit the rain forests,
deserts, high mountain areas and beaches. Peru is able to offer you every
ecosystem that exists on this planet Earth. Best time to visit Peru is from
May to September when you avoid heavy showers and hopefully experience great
weather on your trip. I can't avoid to put China on my list. China is a truly
timeless place where aging traditions go seamlessly with modern life. It is a
remarkable unique rapid developing country set with beautiful landscapes
magical seasons and parallel technological innovations and a vibrant
culture. There's too much to do in China but there are some recommendations.
Beijing with its Great Wall is an obvious must-see. This growing
Metropolitan offers a seamlessly unlimited choice of shopping,
entertainment, culture and dining. Sichuan province is also recommended. This
province is famous for its spicy but oh so delicious food and of course for its
pandas. And what we have learned today at least is that a female panda doesn't
really want to have sex with a male panda. You are able to find the
panda here in the wild but if you're less lucky you're able to see them in
Chengdu's breeding centre. China is known for its beautiful nature but it's
also famous for its West Lakes made during the old Dynasty times. The most
famous one and arguably the prettiest one is the one in Hangzhou. So the first
stop by the West Lake is the broken bridge. Which is just there somewhere
behind me. Snd the best place to visit this year is Sri Lanka this beautiful
paradise is becoming increasingly desirable for travelers with its
incredible scenery amazing wildlife mythical temples and rich mix of
fascinating cultures. Recent innovations to the transport network are making Sri
Lanka more accessible than ever. It even has maybe the world's most
beautiful train journey in the world. Sri Lanka is known for offering you some
incredible experiences explore thousand years Buddhist monuments and hike
through lush green tea plantations. Spot elephants at different national parks
around the country or go for whale watching around Sri Lanka's coastlines.
Your Sri Lanka bucket list has to include a visit to the mystical rock fortress, Sigiriya.
The ruins of this ancient civilisation rise over 200 metres above
the surrounding jungles. It is truly a miracle place to visit make sure you are
early to avoid the tourist crowds. That is my list of top travel destinations
for 2019 but don't forget to tell me your travel destinations for 2019 and if
you have visited one of those places, please leave down your stories in the
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