V enturing out to discover new and exhilarating places is always a fun activity, though sometimes the experience can be ruined by other sightseers completely taking up the view.
Going to vacation spots like France and not expecting tourists is like expecting a fish to not swim. Try searching for hidden gems to snag up all the good and undisturbed memories before tourists learn about them instead!
The escape from a monotonous and noisy life can easily become meaningless if your awaited destination does not have the peace you were hoping for. If you are tired of visiting faraway lands only to face an abundance of tourists taking away the picturesque beauty of your hideaway, keep reading to find out some non-touristy travel ideas to make the best of your next trip!
Tonga
This small pacific country in Oceania contains more than 170 islands for you to relax on! Aside from the countless options, this hidden gem gets a rare amount of tourists to host- if any. Instead of going to Hawaii and trying to fit into overcrowded beaches and expensive hotels, try going out to Tonga and visiting places like the majestic St. Joseph’s Cathedral, or have the time of your life swimming with humpback whales!
Since Tonga is a small island kingdom, actually getting to the spot can get pretty heavy on the wallet. However, the experience of witnessing the Hufangalupe natural bridge or the Anahulu Cave will surely make up for it all!
Ortigia
If you consider yourself to be quite the history buff, Ortigia- better known as the old town- is where you need to go right away!
Since the island in Siracusa, Italy is so ancient, you will get architectural marvels from different periods, so don’t be surprised if you walk up to Roman buildings and find Baroque-style architecture right around the corner. Aside from the magnificent melting pot of art from different centuries, you can also visit clam and rocky beaches to take a breather from wandering around the streets and admiring the Ortigia markets, or the Temple of Apollo.
Olomouc
In addition to Prague, the Czech Republic possesses various wonders such as the glorious city of Olomouc. Though, unlike Prague, you will barely find any travelers roaming the streets, so you can rest assured your days in the city will be peaceful and free of crowds.
If you have no idea what to do in this city, you can easily head down to the Tourism Office found at the Town Hall to get your hands on some maps or book sessions with our guides. Along with that, you can also purchase an Olomouc card to get free access to all sorts of public transport!
Brunei
If you have a tight schedule but wish to discover almost an entire country, Brunei is the place to go! Despite being one of the smallest countries in the Asian continent, Brunei has a lot to offer.
Popularly known as the Abode Of Peace, this nation is bound to make you fall in love with its mosques and Istana Nurul Iman- The royal palace of Brunei, which is only open to the public three days a year at the end of Ramadan.
Tohoku
Found in the northern side of Japan, Tohoku is one of the least visited places in the country. However, that may be a blessing in disguise, as you can freely enjoy the Hirosaki Castle and its beautiful cherry blossoms in springtime without having to wait in line behind tourists.
Additionally, you can also head on to the four blissful temples, turn back time in Kakunodate to learn more about samurai warriors from their descendants, and wear traditional kimonos too!
Reading about some of the best-hidden gems of the world and all they have to offer must have put you in the mood to experience their beauty first hand- so what are you waiting for? Rather than going to the most Instagrammed places, try searching for off beaten paths to create your own special memories before a hoard of tourists takes over!
Aside from getting a completely different experience as compared to famous vacation spots, looking for non-touristy travel ideas will also be easier on the wallet and help combat over-tourism one step at a time too!
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