20 Best travel experiences in 2023
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If you’re planning a special trip this year, take a look at these recommendations – our round-up of memorable yet lesser-known bucket list travel experiences from around the world.
Multiple countries
If you’re planning a special trip this year, take a look at these recommendations – our round-up of memorable yet lesser-known bucket list travel experiences from around the world.
Niagara Falls, Ontario, Canada
The world’s second-largest waterfall is a jaw-dropping display of nature’s power, best experienced by boat, helicopter and through secret tunnels.
Best for ages: 4+ | Free
Egypt
Still a defining experience, revealing a tapestry of astonishing ancient monuments, beautiful papyrus-dotted river banks, and a landscape that has remained largely unchanged in 4,000 years.
Best for ages: 13+ | £800 | 3-7 days
Masai Mara National Park, Kenya
The greatest wildlife spectacle on earth – more than two million creatures moving over Africa’s great plains between the Serenegeti (Tanzania) and the Masai Mara (Kenya) National Parks.
Best for ages: 8+ | Free | Ongoing
Madrid, Community of Madrid, Spain
Madrid’s most renowned museum, home to the single best collection of Spanish art and arguably the world’s finest collections of European art, dating from the 12th century to the early 20th century.
Best for ages: 18+ | £13
Salisbury, Wiltshire, United Kingdom (UK)
Britain’s most famous historic site, this iconic stone circle dating back to 2,500 BC offers a unique glimpse into the lives of our Neolithic ancestors.
Best for ages: 4+ | £22
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
A unique and unforgettable adventure offering breathtaking views of Sydney Harbour and fascinating historical insights; the city’s ultimate must-do. One of the world’s great bucket list experiences.
Best for ages: 8+ | £110 | 2- 3 hours
London, United Kingdom (UK)
The world’s most notorious medieval fortress, rich in gruesome history dating back to the 11th century. Now home to the Crown Jewels and the enigmatic, colourful Beefeaters.
Best for ages: 4+ | £25
Versailles, Ile-de-France, France
Ornate, opulent and entirely over-the-top, the Palace of Versailles is one of the world’s most lavish royal residences, with glorious gardens to explore alongside the gold-coated interiors.
Best for ages: 13+ | £18
Paris, Ile-de-France, France
The world’s most visited museum, a treasure trove of art from around the world. Admire the Mona Lisa, Venus de Milo and many, many more…
Best for ages: 16+ | £15