So, where will you go in 2022?
Each year, we collect data from a variety of sources to
explore and decide on our 50 key travel experiences for the coming year.
We look at our internal customer booking data to see where
Australians travel, consult with our suppliers and study industry trends and
survey our extensive network of Yugo.pk travel experts to bring you a list of
amazing travel experiences that will guarantee you to say, "Wow, I did not
know you could do that!"
From a river cruise in France to discover the Swiss
countryside by train and diving in the Great Barrier Reef to observe the aurora
borealis in Canada, our Wow List will inspire your travels for 2020 and beyond.
Here's a look at the top 50 - go here to read the full stories.
Travel Switzerland by scenic rail
This small mountainous country in the heart of Europe,
dotted with green valleys, alpine villages and historical structures, is best
explored on a scenic train journey.
Go glamping in the Kimberley
More glamping than camping, a stay in a tented cabin at Bell
Gorge Wilderness Lodge is the perfect way to immerse yourself in the rugged
Kimberley area during a 4x4 experience.
See Thailand’s floating pagodas
In Lamping Province, in northern Thailand, the floating
white pagodas of Wat Chaloem Phra Kiat temple in the mountains must be seen to
be raw.
Set sail on a state-of-the-art ship
Passionate cruisers will want to book in the cabin on the
revolutionary Celebrity Apex at its launch in April 2020 to discover the
innovative design and visionary spaces on board.
Climb an active volcano in Vanuatu
Feel the earth roar and watch sparks fly over the world's
most accessible volcano, Mount Yasur, on Vanuatu's Tanna Island.
Drive the Wales Way
The three autonomous routes known as the Wales Way take you
to the heart and the historic roads of Wales for classic landscapes,
gastronomic stops and coastal villages.
Venture to the seventh continent in luxury
Antarctica is a destination of choice and two new expedition
ships will take you there in style in 2020 - The Greg Mortimer from Aurora
Expedition and The National Geographic Endurance from Lindblad Expedition.
Soak up the rays at the world’s first island beach club in Fiji
The world's first island beach club is located just 25
minutes by ferry from Port Denarau on the main island of Fiji - the perfect day
in paradise.
Check out NYC’s newest neighborhood
Now open, Hudson Yards in the Wild West Side of Manhattan is
definitely in fashion. This cultural center is home to boutiques, restaurants,
innovative art and design, and green spaces.
Blend your own wine at d’Arenberg Cube
Striking and modern contrasting with the rural backdrop of
the McLaren Vale wine region in South Australia, the Arenberg Cube demands your
attention. The mixing bench allows you to play the winemaker and bottle your
own mix.
Dive the Great Barrier Reef
In the south of the Great Barrier Reef off Heron Island,
you'll find a captivating underwater world of diverse marine life, including
turtles, tropical fish and healthy corals.
Stand on the edge of Pulpit Rock in Norway
You want breathtaking views, literally? Pulpit Rock is a
steep cliff that rises 604 meters above Lysefjord in southwestern Norway, and
one of the region's most famous natural attractions.
Kayak with orcas
Johnstone Strait, between Vancouver Island and mainland
British Columbia in Canada, is home to the largest group of resident killer
whales in the world. A "wow" way of seeing killer whales in the wild is
a kayak trip in the Pacific Ocean.
Beach yourself in Boracay
The idyllic island of the Philippines Boracay is back after
the closure of tourism in 2018. Now with a limit of visitors a day, there is a
lively atmosphere and the beach itself is back at its best.
Go scrambling on the Isle of Skye
Jamming, that is, mountain climbing without equipment, is
one of Britain's favorite outdoor hobbies and there is no better place to scramble
than the peaks. Epic Black Cuillin Ridge in Scotland.
Be wowed by the restaurant scene in Bali
Bali is Australia's favorite holiday island, and now a
multitude of renowned international chefs have swapped the big cities for beach
views, turning Bali into a modern gourmet paradise.
Go caving amid Mayan ruins in Belize
Discovered by an archaeologist in 1989 after being
"lost" for 1000 years, the ATM cave in the Belizean jungle will bring
out your inner explorer.
Float away on a Nile river cruise
It's amazing how many Egyptian antiques you encounter on a
Nile cruise. From the point of view of a river cruise ship, enjoy the view of
the Great Pyramids of Giza and the Sphinx.
Stargaze the largest Dark Sky Reserve in the world
With zero light pollution, New Zealand's Aoraki Mackenzie
region of New Zealand has earned its reputation as the world's largest
international starry sky reserve.
Watch the sun rise over Angkor Wat
Be an early riser to watch the sun rise over the ancient
temple complex of Angkor Wat in Cambodia, illuminating the towers with a golden
glow.
Frolic on a private island
Royal Caribbean International Cruises has its own tropical
island paradise and it's open for fun! CocoCay's Perfect Day in the Bahamas is
a chillout-park-beach-getaway-which is
Trek Torres del Paine National Park
The most spectacular part of Chile's Torres del Paine
National Park is the diversity of landscapes. And the famous seven-day W Trek
encompasses all that Patagonia has to offer.
Immerse yourself in France on a Viking river cruise
France is the most visited country in the world for a good
reason - art, culture and gastronomy, emblematic monuments and the idyllic
countryside - and there is no better way to discover it than when an eight-day
Viking cruise from Avignon to Lyon on the Rhone.
Deep-dive into the design of Chicago
The Chicago River Foundation Center River cruise is the most
interesting activity you'll do in Chicago, even if you're not an architecture
enthusiast.
Stay on a coffee estancia in Colombia
Colombia is considered to have the ideal geography for
growing coffee. Staying in a café estancia will bring you closer to the grain
and its connection with the local culture.
Sail on a Gulet in Turkey
Browse the beautiful turquoise coast of Turkey on a
traditional wooden boat to swim in the Aegean Sea, discover historical sites
and ghost towns galore.
Safari in Sri Lanka
Reverse the scenario of the traditional safari experience by
unleashing yourself in Sri Lanka, where you'll find some of the densest
concentrations of leopards and elephants in the world.
Traverse the Puglia Coastal Walk
Nestled in the heel of Italy, Salento, in the south of
Puglia, is a region of natural beauty and a beautiful setting, best seen on the
self-guided coastal walk of Puglia.
Witness the beauty of Yosemite National Park
Located in California, Yosemite National Park is the most
accessible national park for Australian travelers and is home to famous natural
attractions such as El Capitan and Half Dome.
Learn local traditions in Japan
Discover traditions such as tea ceremonies, sake tasting and
geisha on a day tour in Japan.
Trace the Silk Road route
The ancient trade route of the Silk Road makes its way from
China to Turkey through the steppe of Central Asia, passing through the
fascinating countries known collectively as "Stans - Turkmenistan,
Uzbekistan and Kazakhstan".
Wonder at the northern lights in the Yukon
In the wilderness of Canada's Yukon Territory, nature offers
a spectacular spectacle with the astonishing northern lights. The Yukon is a
prime observation point for aurora, which can be observed between mid-August
and mid-April.
Immerse yourself in Ireland 2022 cultural hub
Galway, on the west coast of Ireland, is designated European
Capital of Culture for 2020 and will feature an incredible program of arts
festivals, exhibitions, workshops and musical events.
See the world on show in Dubai
For 173 days in 2020 and 2021, the warmth and tradition of
Emirati hospitality will be honored as Dubai hosts the region's first global
exhibition.
Take a guided hike on the Maria Island Walk
Discover Maria Island on a four-day guided hike on the
mountainous island and National Park, just 30 minutes by ferry from Triabunna
on Tasmania's east coast.
Go sledging on Kaituna River
Drive 40 minutes from Rotorua on the North Island of New Zealand
to face nature by facing the rapids of the Kaituna River at eye level, holding
a specially designed sled.
Feel blue in Morocco
A dream of Instagrammer, the "blue city" of
Chefchaouen is famous for its distinctive hue painted in small doors,
decorative windows and narrow stairs in the old town.
Discover the Mediterranean’s best-kept secret
With its Mediterranean architecture, bustling streets and
Roman ruins, you could be in Greece, Italy or Spain, but the rocky island of
Malta, between Italy and North Africa is in a world apart.
Drive the Garden Route in South Africa
South Africa may be synonymous with safaris, but the
coastline is equally impressive. Travel the nine-day Garden Route 750 km from
Cape Town to Port Elizabeth to discover national parks, lakes, forest and
beaches.
Ski Japan & South Korea
Japan has really taken off as a holiday hotspot for
Australian travelers, mostly by snowbound travelers. Now, cool kids are turning
to South Korea.
Feel like a kid in the Theme Park Capital of the World
Orlando is also officially known as the world's theme park
capital and no other destination on Earth has more or more iconic theme parks
than this Florida city.
Cycle Girona
Cycling holidays in the Spanish city of Girona are one of
the best ways to enjoy the hot summer with a myriad of cycle paths, from
leisurely walks to technical descents.
Channel your inner archaeologist at Petra
Approach the difficult loop of Madras Trail, nicknamed
"Indiana Jones Way" (scenes of Indiana Jones and the last crusade
were shot here), for a look "wow" on the ancient Nabataean city of
Petra.
Cruise to Russia’s almost uncharted Far East
Russia tends to be a cruise destination, but there is a
remote part of the country that is one of the least explored regions on the
planet - the Russian Far East.
Swim with whale sharks in Mexico
In the Caribbean Sea off the coast of Cancun, Mexico, you'll
find one of the largest whale shark populations in the world. Swim alongside
these beautiful creatures on an ethical visit.
Hike Kuelap in northern Peru
In the clouds of the Andes, in the north of Peru, is one of
the secret wonders of the world. The impressive ruins of Kuelap were built by
the Chachapoyas about 600 to 900 years before Machu Picchu.
Enjoy all-access luxury in the Maldives
The Maldives shine in the Indian Ocean, an oasis of white
sand beaches, blue lagoons and coral islands. Once the exclusive domain of
beloved couples and honeymooners, the barefoot luxury of the Maldives is now
more accessible than ever.
Go on an historic London pub crawl
The Tower Hamlets district in East London recently granted
37 historic pubs the status of a protected local list with several "drink
palaces" dating back to the 1800s.
Layover at Singapore Changi Airport
The award-winning Singapore Changi Airport is well worth a
visit, with the addition of a seven-storey Jewel District.
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