Top 10 places to visit in 2014

Top 10 Places to visit

In 2014

Brazil

The first that tops the list is Brazil. It is the largest country of South America. This area is renowned for its colorful life, diverse ecosystems, annual carnivals and planet’s most beautiful colonial village, wildlife and endless strands of sun-kissed beaches. The most suitable period in 2014 to visit Brazil from 28 February to 4 March as millions of revelers are coming to enjoy the amid sun, sand and samba for Rio de Janeiro’s famous annual Carnival celebrations and from 12 June to 13 July as the world’s biggest football party kicks off in São Paulo and ends in Rio de Janeiro a month later, hitting 10 more cities in between in the 2014 FIFA World Cup. The grounds are very much justified for the visit and making a must visit in 2014.

Riga, Latvia

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The capital of Latvia, Riga is known as the jewel of the Baltic and the European government has decided to crown Riga as the European capital of culture in 2014. Riga is in the spotlight this year in Latvia, which entered the Euro zone on January 1. The festivities in Riga will kick off with an official ceremony on January 17 and will continue through the year, providing an excellent reason to visit the capital in 2014. Travelers can admire the diverse architecture of Riga, especially the art nouveau buildings. Riga has also been named as a UNESCO World Heritage.

Sochi, RussiaThe Russian city of Sochi is famous for tourist attractions such as Aquarium, Arboretum, Art Museum and lots more. This City will become the center of the sports world during the Winter Olympic and Paralympics Games in February. It has been stated that many new 3, 4 & 5 star hotels have sprung up to accommodate participants and fans attending the events. Even after the closing ceremonies, these new hotels would continue to attract visitors to this resort town, located on the scenic Black Sea coast and surrounded by the Caucasus Mountains.

Sikkim, IndiaSikkim is one of the smallest regions on the map of India, but in 2014 it is aiming at leaving a good impression on the map of world’s famous tourist spots. Sikkim is now being considered in the top 10 places to explore in 2014 in the world. Sustainability has established to be the USP of Sikkim, India, where eco-tourism has breathed new life into an overlooked Himalayan wilderness. Sikkim’s organic farming and food are being promoted at a broader scale. Sikkim has been titled as the India's cleanest state with the most innovative tourism project and world class food known to have set new benchmarks for responsible travel in the country.

Adelaide, AustraliaAdelaide being the Plain Jane of Australia has left the loud Sydney, flashy Brisbane and hip Melbourne in the list of important places to be visited in 2014. The reason behind this accomplishment is the transformation into a perfect city. Adelaide is renowned for its parks, museums, vineyards, beaches and coastal delights. Adelaide is also called Australia’s festival city. The wide boulevards and lush gardens, play host to a non-stop calendar of fun. All kinds of mayhem takes place on these clean streets, especially since late summer, at the end of February, when the largest fringe festival in the Southern Hemisphere hits town. The Adelaide Fringe is an exuberant outdoor theatre, art exhibits, street entertainers, dance performances, cabaret, cinema screenings and live music. One doesn’t need second thoughts on planning a holiday in amazing Adelaide in 2014.

ScotlandScotland is among the top three destinations to visit around the world in 2014. This year Scotland welcomes the public to unite in the exciting Year of Homecoming. In addition to the Commonwealth Games and Ryder Cup, there's a year-long series of events and activities to showcase all great things about Scotland; mouth-watering food & drink events, dozens of active visitors in their great outdoors plus spectacular arts, cultural and ancestral heritage to explore. These hair-raising events and colorful Scottish culture undoubtedly make Scotland a must visit in 2014.

Trinidad, CubaTrinidad is a town in the province of Sancti Spíritus, central Cuba. It is one of UNESCOs World Heritage. Trinidad evokes a true sense of the past and central Trinidad's cobbled traffic-free streets, red-tiled rooftops and jumble of colonial mansions sets it apart from other places. The city has managed to combine the tasks of modern living with the legacy of countless wealth of its history since its founding in 1514. The city will celebrate in 2014, the 41st edition of the Culture Week, the anniversary of the 500th of its founding by Diego Velázquez. This event will be the oldest celebration of its kind will be dedicated to local music, especially the traditions of the troubadours and the music of Julian Jimenez. The feast during the festival will be held until February 14. Trinidad will have festivities to celebrate their Cuban 500th which makes it a better option to visit.

Paris, FranceCity like Paris got plenty of attractions to grab attention of visitors. Paris is known for its night clubs, shopping destinations, amazing nightlife, enchanting monuments and many more exciting things. The difference that visitors can experience in 2014 is less car logged streets as Paris Tourism is focusing on more pedestrians and cyclists. They are coordinating more and more walking and bike tours to witness beauty of Paris. It’s their unique way to make Paris visit a memorable one. These tours are very much appreciated by the tourists and may result different and a remarkable experience for visitors this year.

EcuadorEcuador is a land of striking variety and beautiful scenery. This means Ecuador's tourism opportunities are some of the best in the world. Popular tourism opportunities in Ecuador include a variety of activities such as horse riding, kayaking, sea-kayaking, swimming, surfing, skiing, jet skiing, Para-gliding, sky diving, whitewater rafting, trekking, hiking, volleyball, scuba diving, snorkeling, mountain climbing and mountain biking and what makes it a must visit is that Ecuador reportedly boosted its 2014 advertising budget by 73 percent in trying to divert the attention from its rival Brazil. There are several shopping package deals coming up that combine airfare, lodging, meals and excursions. These piles will become the primary attraction of Ecuador in 2014.

Zürich, SwitzerlandAs a lifestyle capital on the water, Zürich offers the unparalleled mix of discovery, pleasure, nature and culture. The finest culinary highlights, unlimited shopping pleasure, over 50 museums and more than 100 galleries, Switzerland’s liveliest nightlife, many events and countless green oases in the middle of the city tempt guests to linger and enjoy. Zürich will step into the limelight in 2014 as host of the European Athletics Championships. Beyond the sports and spandex, the city recently liberalized its rules governing opening hours, adding a new element of “nightlife”. Zürich, Switzerland has always been in the spotlight when it comes to spending the holidays, and the upcoming events are making it a must visit in 2014