World's TOP 10

A famous Latin philosopher once said, “The world is a book and those who do not travel read only one page.” – Saint Augustine.

It doesn’t matter what lifestyle you have. There always comes a moment in life when you get tired of being around the same people, treading the same streets and seeing outside the same window. This is why travelling is an important part of life as it offers a change in atmosphere, a new environment and an escape from the daily grind.

Choosing a destination may often be challenging as there are a lot of options to choose from. However, here’s our most updated pick of the top ten must see places that should be on your travel to-do list.

Situated near the small town of Moni, about 50km to the east of Ende is a volcano, named Keli Mutu. It is well-known for its three crater lakes at the summit. The most distinctive characteristic of this lake is its changing colour. A truck ride from Moni village, which begins before dawn take tourists closer to the crater rim. Once the sun rises, the colourful lake can be appreciated. Tiwu Ata Mbupu (Lake of Old people) is the western most of the three lakes and is usually blue in colour. The two other lakes Tiwu Nuwa Muri Koo Fai (Lake of Young men and maidens) and Tiwu Ata Polo (Bewitched or enchanted lake) are separated by a crater wall, and are green and red respectively.

The closest airports to this place are Maumere and Ende.

In the state of Arizona, the great Canyon is a steep-sided Canyon, shaped by the Colorado River. It is 277 miles (446km) long, 18 miles (29km) wide and is over a mile deep (1600ft or 18000metres) This site never fails to surprise tourists with its overflowing grandeur. It is a beautiful view of colourful rock formations. Other canyons may be present but this one is the most mesmerizing due to its beauty. It features white water rafting attracting over 5 million tourists in a year. The remote West Rim’s Skywalk offers the most spectacular view. Built in 2007 over the canyon, this bridge lays out the perfect crystal clear view.

Millions of visitors have been attracted to the Dead Sea for over thousands of years. Due to difficulties in water management, the lake is shrinking hence it is a must see. It has been estimated that in the next 50 years, the Dead Sea may have shrunk to non-existence. It is in general 8 times saltier than sea water. Due to the wonderment of weightless in water a person is totally awe-struck. Weightlessness is experienced because the water density of the Dead Sea is a large value of 1.240kg/L, which makes swimming similar to floating.

You do not necessarily have to be a good climber to experience the beauty of the Himalayas. The foothills are perfect for a spectacular view of the 8000m snow-capped peaks of the Himalayas. Usually a lot of people head for Nepal’s Everest region but a more scenic trekking route would be the Annapurna region, near Pokhara. The Himalayas separate the Indian subcontinent from the Tibetan plateau. Many of the peaks are scared both to the Hindus and the Buddhists.

This mountain range stretches over five countries: Bhutan, India, Nepal, China and Pakistan. Ranking number seven on our list, it is definitely a must see.

Usual sightseeing mountain ranges in Europe are almost at all times, the Alps. But if you are an adrenaline junkie, then head for Lomnicky Stit which is a 2364m peak in Slovakia’s high tatras mountains. It is connected by a cable car to Tatranska Lomnica. This cable car has for years been the longest unsupported cable line between two points.

The cable takes 13 passengers across at one time. It is absolutely an uncanny experience in poor visibility and clouds moving past all around. However, on a clear day it seems as if one is flying by the mountains. Once across, the observatory is equipped with a café bar where special Jamacian Blue Mountain coffee is served along with local Hruskavica pear brandy.

Galapagos Islands are often for some reason also known as Santa Cruz Islands. These islands are actively volcanic. They are well-known in the world for their distinctive creatures; from the Sally light foot crab to the booby bird, giant tortoise and the tropical penguins. Truly it is an exhilarating experience. Charles Darwin’s theory of evolution was based on the varying species present here, hence it also holds a scientific importance. The outlook of the region may appear to be abandoned and cruises may be sea-sickening but the myriad, assortment and amicability of the marine life is unleveled. Visiting these Islands in the months of June/July may offer a splendid sight of the migration of giant tortoises to their nesting places.

The African Safari ranking at number 4 is unmatched. It may not be among an expensive holiday, but surely it is a ride of a lifetime. One may not think when baboons jump at roof tops or when elephants rip off barks but it is actually being upfront with creatures that are higher up on the food chain than the humans. It is both exciting as well as humbling. There are a number of African safaris to choose from. However, the best is the Kenyian original safari with the Masai Mara. The migration of the wildebeest is worth seeing. Snow-capped Mount Kilimanjaro viewed from Amboseli National Park is alluring.

The large number of attractions on this island outnumbers its size. The South Island offers a view of not only one but two exceptional glaciers to see in the Fox and the Franz Josef. Heli-hiking is a superb option for exploring these glaciers. A number of ski areas and resorts are present to outdo the whole travel experience. The Alps offer clear and picturesque lakes of breath-taking beauty. To the north is the Abel Tasman trekking route that takes trekkers across estuaries at low tide. Kaikoura is a place for spotting whales and dolphins as the continental shelf is so close to the shore at this point. Another awe-striking place in the vicinity is Queenstown where activities range from canyon swinging to jet-boating.

Iceland is one of the countries of the world that has a lot in little space. It is a geothermal fairytale world featuring volcanic craters, lava fields, glaciers and geysers that spew boiling water onto the surface. Also it features some of the most enchanting waterfalls in Europe. In its centre lies a 8km rift-valley as a result of the tectonic plates of North America and Eurasia.

The culture of this country is based on the nation’s Norse heritage. It includes traditional cuisine, poetry and the historic Icelander’s sagas. It is the only country with no standing army.

Finally now, the number one destination Uluru is a large sandstone rock formation. It offers the most spiritual experience. It is present in the southern part of the Northern Territory, Central Australia. To reach there the classical Ghan train from Adelaide can be boarded. This train drops tourists straight into Alice Springs. From here a three-day tour can be taken into the Red Centre, including Kata Tjuta and Kings Canyon. The Ayers Rock is the main attraction for tourists. Also, it is a sacred place to the Aboriginal people so a 10km walk around the base is suggested to view the enormity and rock formations up close.