October 16, 2017
Guest Blog: 5 must-visit countries for the adventurous traveller
If you’re
looking for more from your trip than just a simple spot of sightseeing, there’s
(perhaps surprisingly) countless potential destinations to consider. For a spot
of adventure, here are the five must-visit countries you simply need to add to your bucket list.
Turkmenistan
If you’re looking to be the first of your friends to discover a potential travelling hotspot, head to Turkmenistan. Recommended by the Secret Traveller, it’s a country full of undiscovered wonder and peculiarities, especially in its capital city where you’ll find gold statues of the once-dictator of the country amongst other weird and wonderful architecture.
The best
thing about it all? Hardly anyone roams the streets, giving it a deserted and
quiet feeling you’ll be hard done by finding elsewhere in the world. You might
need a travel guide – this bestselling one is a good choice – but don’t
hesitate to explore this underrated destination.
New Zealand
Head to
New Zealand if you’re an unwavering thrill-seeker looking for the most from your
travel adventure. Queenstown is perhaps the hotspot for you – from
bungee-jumping at one of the world’s highest bungee platforms to the
adrenaline-pumping white-water rafting, you can truly do it all.
Nevis
Bungy is one for the very bravest tourists, though. Standing at a height of 134
metres above the Nevis River, it’ll take a considerable amount of courage to
face the plunge – do it, though, and it will be an experience you’ll never
forget. Head into the town itself afterwards to reward yourself with one of
Queenstown’s renowned delicacies – an authentic Fergburger.
India
If you’re
looking for a diverse experience, India is the place to go. From the bustle and
energy of cities such as Delhi to the quiet, removed mountainous regions on the
country’s perimeter, there’s simply so much to see and do here that it’s
impossible to get bored.
Consider riding the Toy Train to Darjeeling, situated in the midst of the Himalayas, to experience one of India’s many hidden treasures. That’s not all there is in the way of adventure, though – there’s also the rather quiet Great Wall of India, only recently discovered by explorers who still aren’t sure of its purpose or origins.
The USA
With the
sheer size of the USA, it’s obvious there’s a wealth of adventure to be had.
But step away from the more obvious options – Disneyland being the primary
choice – and consider heading further inland for a very unique kind of trip.
From the
traditional RV trip from one end of the country to the other, to exploring one
of the many national parks to be found, there’s countless options for the
adventurer within you. Consider Yellowstone for the latter option – it’s big
and sprawling, boasting some of the most diverse geography and natural wonders
in the world – whether it’s geothermal activity or staggeringly huge lakes you
want to discover, you’ll find it all here.
Japan
From the
bright lights of Tokyo for the serene, historically rich Kyoto, there’s an
abundance of adventure to be had in Japan – there’s even a mountain to climb if
you’re up to the challenge. Mount Fuji is one of the most impressive and almost
perfect peaks in the world, a sight everyone should see in their lifetime – let
alone attempt to scale.
If you
visit Tokyo – which is highly recommended – there’s a whole lot to experience.
From the multitude of peculiar, unique cafés and restaurants to dine in,
including the renowned robot restaurant, to the multi-storey gadget stores to
lose yourself within, it’s a world’s worth of adventure within just one city.
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Nice Post. Take a look also at Toy Train Ride in Darjeeling
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