5 Most Relaxing Holiday Destinations around the World

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If you are planning a relaxing family vacation, your best bet is to steer clear of the usual package-holiday resorts which are packed with people. The best places for a relaxing vacation with your loved ones are the places where you can rent a villa with a pool, enjoy a staycation at an apartment or find decent hotels depending on your budget and preference.

Here is a selection of quiet relaxing locations that offer a lovely place to laze around.

The Seychelles

The Seychelles are what you think of when you think tropical vacation. Miles and miles of soft white sand, crystal clear blue waters and a lush interior that will thrill adventure seekers.

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Vancouver, Canada

Chic and cosmopolitan, Vancouver is Canada’s bustling city set amid mountains and situated by the water. So you can enjoy living the city life while being in the midst of nature. The city has the relaxed vibe of US’ west coast. Ensure that you go to the semi-wild Stanley Park, which makes up the city’s verdant core.

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Bay of Islands, New Zealand

The Bay of Islands are located at the extreme north of New Zealand, is the best place to get away to after the exciting adventure sports that are available in the country. A nature lover’s paradise- this subtropical group of islands is where you can observe whales, penguins and dolphins, with the major island – Urupukapuka – being far away from civilization and a stronghold of quietude.

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Sacred Valley, Peru

Located just north of Cusco, the expanse of the Sacred Valley reaches out to Machu Picchu. If you are a history buff, here is where you will find the Inca ruins of Pisac and Ollantaytambo, perched high above the river. Going downriver, you will come to Urubamba, a peace haven for spiritualists to unwind under the snow-laden peaks of the Andes.

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Valladolid, Mexico

The Yucatán Is filled with quiet, scenic spots that are ideal for those seeking a relaxing family vacation. But the vibrant town of Valladolid is all about high spirits and great food – panuchos, small tortillas stuffed with refried beans and topped with pork are a local delicacy. The natural cenote (sinkhole) located along the outskirts is the perfect place to cool off after you have experienced the town.

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10 Top Heavenly Places to Visit in New Zealand

New Zealand is a friendly and exciting country. The country gives visitors diverse exploration or adventure experience. The topography of the country is mainly rugged with several dense forests, glaciers, mountains, thermal regions, and beaches. The article explains 10 top heavenly destinations in New Zealand.

  1. Coromandel Peninsula is a peninsula that is located in north eastern part of New Zealand. The peninsula has attractive white and gold beaches. The area also has good coastal and natural forest scenery.

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  1. Abel Tasman National Park is located in the South Island. The national park has many plant and animal species. People travel to New Zealand to see animals such as blue penguins and wood pigeons.

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  1. The Sky Tower is also among the top places to visit in New Zealand. It is a telecommunication tower that has a height of 328 meters.

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  1. Napier Art Deco is a small city located within Hawke’s Bay. The city has attractive art deco architecture.

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  1. Kaikoura is appropriate for visitors who love seafood. The small town also provides a good venue for watching sea animals such as seals and sperm whales off the shore.

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  1. Franz Josef Glacier is found in the Westland National Park. The glacier is very accessible. Visitors can walk to the bottom of the glacier.

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  1. Rotorua is a thermal attractive that has several hot springs and geysers. The colorful Lady Knox Geyser is located in Wai-O-Tapu.

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  1. Tongariro National Park is the first in the country. The park has diverse ecosystems; for instance, active volcanoes and untamed forests.

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  1. Bay of Islands has 144 islands. The islands have good scenery, sandy beaches, and diverse marine life ecosystem that have whales and dolphins.

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  1. Milford Sound is a tourist site that has attractive coastal scenery. It is accessed through the Fiordland National Park. The site has dramatic peaks and offers good view of the dark blue waters.

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