{"id":670,"date":"2019-02-04T21:28:46","date_gmt":"2019-02-04T21:28:46","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/blog.uwsp.edu\/adventuretours\/?p=670"},"modified":"2019-04-15T15:27:16","modified_gmt":"2019-04-15T15:27:16","slug":"drum-roll-please-top-travel-destinations-for-2019","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blog.uwsp.edu\/adventuretours\/2019\/02\/04\/drum-roll-please-top-travel-destinations-for-2019\/","title":{"rendered":"Drum Roll Please…Top Travel Destinations for 2019!"},"content":{"rendered":"

National Geographic<\/em> released its “Best Trips of 2019” and four of our destinations have made the list \u2013 Peru, Italy, New Zealand and Belize. Take a peak at the top 15 out of the 28 places to travel in 2019:<\/p>\n

Mexico City, Mexico<\/strong><\/p>\n

Peru<\/strong> – Peru is known for its spectacular mountain scenery, rich heritage and countless natural wonders. Known as one of the seven New Wonders of the World, Machu Picchu is a testament to the power and ingenuity to the Inca Empire. Travelers will not only experience this great wonder but will partake on many other adventures such as climbing the incredible Rainbow Mountain and taking in the beauty of the Inca Temple. To stay up to date in our tour planning process join our\u00a0interested list for Peru 2020<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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Photo by Pixabay<\/p><\/div>\n

Fanjingshan, China<\/strong><\/p>\n

Dakar, Senegal<\/strong><\/p>\n

Dordogne, France<\/strong><\/p>\n

New Zealand<\/strong> – Share the extraordinary terrain, beautiful Maori heritage and\u00a0exciting adventures New Zealand has to offer.\u00a0This tour offers: high flying zip-lining and canyoning, heart-pounding white water rafting, mountain biking through the Redwoods and kayaking along the marine coves, caves and beaches.\u00a0Attention all Lord of the Ring<\/em> fans, there may be even a surprise or two along the way. Check out our planned literary<\/a> for this upcoming adventure running December 2019-January 2020<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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Photo by Trevor Roark<\/p><\/div>\n

Hoang Lien Son, Vietnam<\/strong><\/p>\n

Greenland<\/strong><\/p>\n

Oman<\/strong><\/p>\n

Kansas City, Missouri<\/strong><\/p>\n

French Polynesia<\/strong><\/p>\n

Vevey, Switzerland<\/strong><\/p>\n

Bisti\/De-Na-Zin Wilderness, New Mexico<\/strong><\/p>\n

Belize<\/strong> – Although small, but mighty, Belize (about the size of Massachusetts) packs an array of diverse natural beauty and adventure. The coral hues contrast the\u00a0staggering Mayan ruins and beautiful rain forests. Travelers can experience the tropical paradise of the South Water Caye, snorkeling in the barrier reef and history of the Mayan Ruins of Lamanai.\u00a0\u201cYou best Belize\u201d you won\u2019t want to miss this fun tour planned for Jan. 10-18, 2020<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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Photo by Sue Kissinger<\/p><\/div>\n

Italy<\/strong> – The Sorrento\/Amalfi Coast in Italy offers stunning views of the island of Capri and the peninsula of Sorrento. An excursion to Mount Vesuvius, allows travelers to view one of the active volcanoes of Italy and see firsthand one of the cities that was buried in the lava from its eruption in 79 AD. Along with taking in the sights and sounds, travelers will experience the well-known tastes of Italy. With some help of local hosts, travelers will learn firsthand how olives are grown, harvested and pressed. Take part in a local cooking workshop to prepare local specialties. Experience Italy\u2019s wonder during our planned tour to the Sorrento\/Amalfi Coast during Oct. 7-20, 2019<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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Photo by Pixabay<\/p><\/div>\n

Written by Ashley Schmidt (HPHD Graduate Assistant)<\/em><\/p>\n

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