Top Travel Destinations in the World

Cusco, Peru

Getty


The entryway into Machu Picchu, Cusco amazes visitors with its combination of "Incan majesty and Andean baroque [existing] side by side." Those wanting to visit the sacred Incan mountains must first spend a night in this city to adjust to the high altitudes, giving them a chance to explore Cusco's charming village before discovering the breathtaking Sacred Valley.

Said Phally K of Denver, "This place is magical! Beautiful architectural buildings, restaurants, stores, cafe with WiFi... the people there are so friendly and helpful. I love it!!!"



Stay: Belmond Palacio Nazarenas

Belmond Palacio Nazarenas, CuscoBelmond Hotels


Visiting Sacred Valley, many take to the Incan Trail for hiking and camping. For those wanting to be pampered as they explore the sites, Belmond Palacio Nazarenas knows how to do it right. The highly rated property's onsite spa is world-class, and accommodations boast Inca stonework and mountain views.

Traveler ferelizondo49 of Seattle noted of this former 17th-century convent, "The perfectionism in the attention to every detail is really notorious."



Hong Kong

Getty


Hong Kong's amazing skyline has starred in many Hollywood films and is a truly thrilling site. As han000ka of Mexico City put it: "I never thought watching some ultra modern set of buildings could be considered an attraction but after being there, for me [it] is simply a must go."

Besides its impressive skyline, you'll find historical Chinese architecture in Ngong Ping village and enjoy serenity at the Buddhist Chi Lin Nunnery. Of course, shopping and Chinese food are also highlights of TripAdvisor's No. 22 city in the world.



Stay: The Upper House

The Upper House, Hong KongThe Upper House


Catch the impressive skyline from your very own windows in the city's top hotel, as rated by travelers. The intimate and luxurious Upper House offers some of the city's largest rooms and provides views of Hong Kong Harbour or the island.

The property is given 5 stars by guests, who say the rooms offer "amazing views" and the hotel "blew them away."



Hurghada, Egypt

Getty


With turquoise blue waters and powder-soft sand, Egypt's Red Sea coastal resort town of Hurghada should be on your radar if you have been there and done that in Hawaii and the Caribbean. A renowned beach escape for Europeans, Americans have yet to discover this stunning town with some of the clearest snorkeling sites on earth.

In fact, Hurghada's Careless Reef is one of the top attractions here, with divers highlighting its "amazing" views, fish and colors.



Stay: The Oberoi Beach Resort Sahl Hasheesh

The Oberoi Beach Resort Sahl Hasheesh, Hurghada, EgyptOberi Hotels


To best enjoy Hurghada's beaches, stay at the No. 1 resort in the area, situated on 48 acres along the Red Sea. Suites provide sea views, and you can enjoy water sports and PADI-certified dives.

Many have made this resort a honeymoon or anniversary getaway. Andy_0288 of London said it's "absolute luxury at its finest. The property is beautiful but the staff just take it to the next level. I would definitely recommend the Grand Suites, which have a private pool."



Jaipur, India

Getty


Nicknamed the "Pink City" because of its pink-hued buildings, Jaipur makes the top 20 thanks to exquisite sites like Jaigarh Fort, City Palace, Amber Fort and the grand, red-and-pink Hawa Mahal palace, which was built in 1799.
Travelers find the city's attractions to be not only culturally significant, but stunning. HotelLover2009 of the United Kingdom called Amber Fort in particular "amazing. It is HUGE. There is so much to see and it has some breathtaking views over the valley and the city wall."



 The Oberoi Rajvilas

The Oberoi Rajvilas, JaipurOberoi Hotels


The same glamorous hotel company that brings five-star service and accommodations to Egypt also takes the top spot for hotels in Jaipur, thanks in large part to its dedication to pampering guests. Reviewers rave about this hotel's "service beyond belief" and "service that other hotels can only dream of."

Made with the same sandstone that gives the city its pink hue, this 32-acre resort provides ordinary travelers the same luxuries enjoyed by Indian princes.