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The 6 Best Fun Activities & Games in St. Pete Beach, Florida (FL)

Sugary-white sand, dolphins frolicking just off shore and eight major barrier islands make St. Pete Beach a postcard-perfect seaside destination. Situated on a peninsula off Florida's west coast, it balances its oceanfront charms with top-notch art museums, including the largest collection of Salvador Dali paintings outside of Spain. Kayak through the calm waters, take a ferry to nearby Caladesi Island State Park to experience the state's wild beauty or stroll the rapidly gentrifying downtown for one-of-a-kind cafes.

The 10 Best Archaeology Tours in Cancun, Quintana Roo

Sunny Cancun has much more to offer than its party-town reputation might suggest. Plenty of gorgeous, drama-free family resorts cater to folks who want to experience the tropical Yucatan climate. There are significant Mayan ruins here, such as El Rey and the Yamil Lu’um, a crumbling tower of pale gray stone. Learn more about this ancient civilization at the Museo Maya de Cancun. For a literal taste of Mexico, take a tour of the Museo Sensorial del Tequila.

Top 10 Monuments & Statues in Verona, Veneto

So splendid was medieval Verona that its reputation alone inspired Shakespeare to set two plays here (Romeo and Juliet and The Two Gentlemen of Verona). Though its connection to the actual Capulets is tenuous at best, the so-called Juliet's House draws half a million tourists per year, many of them keen on reenacting the balcony scene. Don't miss the Roman amphitheater and the Palazzo Barberi.

Top 10 Art Galleries in Tirol, Austrian Alps

Once known as The Land of the Mountains, the 10,000-square-mile province of Tirol is a wonderland of gushing rivers, lush meadows and rugged peaks. Fantastic hiking trails wind along paths through the Zillertal Alps. Famed resort towns confetti the mountainsides, including Kitzbühel, St. Anton, Ischgl and Seefeld, site of some events in the 1964 and 1976 Winter Games. Compact capital Innsbruck is a medieval gem. The Tirolean identity is strong: Expect to see lederhosen and feathered hats.

The 10 Best Things to do Good for Couples in Province of Medio Campidano, Sardinia

The province of Medio Campidano (Italian: provincia del Medio Campidano; Sardinian: provìntzia de su Campidanu de Mesu) was a province in the autonomous region of Sardinia, Italy. As of 2015, the province had a population of 100,141 inhabitants over an area of 1,517.34 square kilometres (585.85 sq mi), giving it a population density of 66 inhabitants per square kilometre. It had two chief towns, Villacidro and Sanluri, with 14,245 and 8,543 inhabitants, respectively. It was established in 2005 from a section of the province of Cagliari. It contained 28 comuni (singular: comune) and the president of the province was Fulvio Tocco.

The 10 Best Sacred & Religious Sites in Manche, Normandy

Discover the best top things to do in Manche, France including Abbaye du Mont-Saint-Michel, Sainte Mere Eglise, Sainte-Mere-Eglise Church, Eglise Notre-Dame de Sainte-Marie-du-Mont, Abbaye de Lessay, La Chapelle des Marins, La Chapelle-Saint-Aubert, Basilique Sainte-Trinite, Paroisse Saint-Michel, Eglise Notre-Dame de la Delivrande.

The 10 Best Nature & Parks in Manawatu-Wanganui Region, North Island

Discover the best top things to do in Manawatu-Wanganui Region, New Zealand including Tongariro Alpine Crossing, Levin Adventure Park, Timber Trail NZ, Horsemtrails, Tama Lakes, Tongariro Northern Circuit, Tweeters and Friends Petshop and Parrot Park, Whanganui River, Mt Ruapehu, Bridge to Nowhere.

Top 10 Walking Tours in Yogyakarta, Java

Discover the best top things to do in Yogyakarta, Indonesia including Yogyakarta Private Tour, Yogyakarta Bromo Ijen Bali Tour (5d4n), Small-Group Walking and Food Tour by Night in Yogyakarta, Private Yogyakarta Dieng Plateau Golden Sunrise Tour, Superb Java to Bali Tours 11 Days : Private Tour, Jogja Bromo 4 Days Tour, Three Days Exploring Jogja, Kulon Progo Waterfall Yogyakarta with English / Dutch / Italian / French Guide, Yogyakarta Day Food Tour, Yogyakarta City Walking Tour.

What to do and see in Imerovigli, South Aegean: The Best Transportation

Imerovigli looks exactly as a Santorini village should: iconic whitewashed buildings with sapphire domes, narrow crisscrossing walking paths, epic sunsets. Set sail on a guided boat tour of nearby volcanic features or spend the day exploring the remains of Skaros, a 13th-century Venetian palace. Cap it all off with a simple but decadent meal of local delicacies.

The 9 Best Historic Walking Areas in British Columbia, British Columbia

Discover the best top things to do in British Columbia, British Columbia including Coal Creek Historic Park, Wharf Street, Inner Harbour, Baker Street, Air Park, Fort Street, Old Town, Goodsir Nature Park, Godey Creek Trail.

The 10 Best Budget-friendly Things to do in Piacenza, Emilia-Romagna

Piacenza [pjaˈtʃɛntsa]  listen (help·info) (Emilian-Romagnol: Piasëinsa, Latin: Placentia) is a city and comune in the Emilia-Romagna region of northern Italy. It is the capital of the province of Piacenza. Modern forms of the name descend from Latin Placentia. The etymology is long-standing, tracing an origin from the Latin verb placēre, "to please." In French, and occasionally in English, it is called Plaisance. The name means a "pleasant abode", or as James Boswell reported some of the etymologists of his time to have translated it, "comely". This was a name "of good omen."

Things to do in , Central Russia: The Best Multi-day Tours

Discover the best top things to do in , Russia including Customizable Golden Ring Tour, Golden Ring (Suzdal, Vladimir, Sergiev Posad, Alexandrov, Yuriev), 2 Days, Unique Dacha Countryside Trip Around Moscow 3 Days, Complete Trans-Siberian Journey by Public Trains Vladivostok to Moscow, Golden ring tour (4 days 3 nights), 4-Day Golden Ring Tour from Moscow, Ice Cave tour, Vladimir and Suzdal Private Tour (2 days), 3 days trip in the Golden Ring by car including Suzdal, Rostov & Sergiev Posad, 7-Day Golden Ring Russia Tour from St. Petersburg to Vladimir.

Top 10 Things to do Good for Couples in Isle of Skye, Scotland

The landscape is dramatic—even a bit moody, with the Cuillin Range in the background—but outdoorsy kids will have a blast on the Isle of Skye. Plenty of water sports are available, and you’ll also find great hiking and even pony rides. Portree, the largest town, makes a great base for exploring this striking island.

Top 10 Things to do in Komi Republic, Northwestern District

The Komi Republic (Russian: Респу́блика Ко́ми, tr. Respúblika Kómi; Komi: Коми Республика, translit. Komi Respublika) is a federal subject of Russia (a republic). Its capital is the city of Syktyvkar. The population of the republic, as of the 2010 Census was 901,189.

Things to do in Providence, Rhode Island (RI): The Best Shopping

Years of careful urban planning and meticulous restoration have rendered this former rum and molasses trading town one of the best places to live in the United States, star of an eponymous television show and a swell place to spend a weekend. Historic sites, wonderful museums and theaters seamlessly blend with newer attractions on the block including a modern mega-mall, scenic Riverwalk, outdoor skating arena, convention center, plus new hotels and restaurants. The Roger Williams Zoo, with its updated Tropical Rainforest Building where "spunky monkeys" roam free in a constructed jungle-like environment, remains one of the city's top attractions and offers hours of entertainment for children and adults alike. Wander back in time on Benefit Street, where eminent Federal period homes recall the city's wealthy past. For a modern experience, check out the more than 100 stores at Providence Place. Or tantalize your taste buds on "The Hill," a historic area that boasts many award- winning restaurants, from the Italian and Mediterranean cuisine for which "Little Italy" got its name, to Caribbean, Mexican, Chinese, seafood and baked goods. For a different perspective, take a romantic river cruise on an authentic Venetian gondola. No matter what your vantage point, Providence sparkles.

10 Nightlife in Nottinghamshire That You Shouldn't Miss

Discover the best top things to do in Nottinghamshire, United Kingdom including The Bridge Inn Dunham-on-Trent, The Organ Grinder - Newark, The Dandy Cock, Ye Olde Trip to Jerusalem, The Factory Lounge, Trent Navigation Inn, Rescue Rooms, The Generous Briton, Lady Bay Pub, Malt Cross.

The 10 Best Things to do for Honeymoon in Queensland, Australia

Queensland (abbreviated as Qld) is the second-largest and third-most-populous state in the Commonwealth of Australia. Situated in the north-east of the country, it is bordered by the Northern Territory, South Australia and New South Wales to the west, south-west and south respectively. To the east, Queensland is bordered by the Coral Sea and Pacific Ocean. The state is the world's sixth largest sub-national entity, with an area of 1,852,642 km.

10 Multi-day Tours in Veneto That You Shouldn't Miss

Veneto (/ˈveɪnəˌtoʊ/ or /ˈvɛnətoʊ/, Italian: [ˈvɛːneto]; Venetian: Vèneto, Venetian pronunciation: ['vɛːneto]) is one of the 20 regions of Italy. Its population is about five million, ranking fifth in Italy. The region's capital and most populous city is Venice.