It's no mystery why a cruise that lasts anywhere from 90 to 180 days and takes you around the world would top the list. You only have to unpack once, deal with transit hassles a single time, and yet, you get to circumnavigate the globe and visit dozens of cities. While the cruises hit major ports and well-known travel destinations, many of the ships also dock in some lesser-known areas that travelers ordinarily might have skipped.
Cruise around the world —
It's no mystery why a cruise that lasts anywhere from 90 to 180 days and takes you around the world would top the list. You only have to unpack once, deal with transit hassles a single time, and yet, you get to circumnavigate the globe and visit dozens of cities. While the cruises hit major ports and well-known travel destinations, many of the ships also dock in some lesser-known areas that travelers ordinarily might have skipped.
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The southern coastal towns of Italy are some of the most scenic travelers will ever see. Add to that the grapefruit-sized lemons hanging off of cliffs and some of the world's most iconic hotels, and it makes sense that this place has built up quite a romance around it.
Italy's Amalfi Coast —
The southern coastal towns of Italy are some of the most scenic travelers will ever see. Add to that the grapefruit-sized lemons hanging off of cliffs and some of the world's most iconic hotels, and it makes sense that this place has built up quite a romance around it.
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What's more aspirational than making it to all seven continents? It's one of the life-long goals many of the travelers surveyed by Virtuoso said they've been longing to tick off, though it is the hardest to actually pull off and pay for.
A trip to all seven continents —
What's more aspirational than making it to all seven continents? It's one of the life-long goals many of the travelers surveyed by Virtuoso said they've been longing to tick off, though it is the hardest to actually pull off and pay for.
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This bucket-list item is all about escapism, relaxation and privacy. It's disconnected enough from other travelers and troubles at home, but just a few hours from the east coast. Plus, it's something celebrities and the <a href="index.php?page=&url=http%3A%2F%2Fmoney.cnn.com%2Finteractive%2Fluxury%2Fspend-like-the-super-rich%2F">super rich</a> do all the time, which is why many people think of it as an ultimate luxury.
A private island in the Caribbean —
This bucket-list item is all about escapism, relaxation and privacy. It's disconnected enough from other travelers and troubles at home, but just a few hours from the east coast. Plus, it's something celebrities and the super rich do all the time, which is why many people think of it as an ultimate luxury.
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This is all about soaking up the culture and the lifestyle, and feeling like a local -- waking up in Provence or Tuscany in your own "home," walking into town, exploring the local farmers' market and shops, and returning to your own space.
A European villa —
This is all about soaking up the culture and the lifestyle, and feeling like a local -- waking up in Provence or Tuscany in your own "home," walking into town, exploring the local farmers' market and shops, and returning to your own space.
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Not only does Australia have many wonders to offer -- world class beaches, diverse wildlife and a vibrant culture -- but it's also a faraway and exotic destination for much of the world. For many people who'd need to spend a full day on a plane, this trip is truly a once-in-a-lifetime affair.
Australia highlights —
Not only does Australia have many wonders to offer -- world class beaches, diverse wildlife and a vibrant culture -- but it's also a faraway and exotic destination for much of the world. For many people who'd need to spend a full day on a plane, this trip is truly a once-in-a-lifetime affair.
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Seeing the "big five" -- elephants, rhinos, leopards, lions and buffalo -- has become one of the biggest draws for tourists on African safari. The term was originally coined by big game hunters to refer to animals that were hardest to corner and shoot, but it's now used by safari leaders as a measure of the most sought-after animals a group sees while out on a reserve.
"The Big Five" on African safari —
Seeing the "big five" -- elephants, rhinos, leopards, lions and buffalo -- has become one of the biggest draws for tourists on African safari. The term was originally coined by big game hunters to refer to animals that were hardest to corner and shoot, but it's now used by safari leaders as a measure of the most sought-after animals a group sees while out on a reserve.
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Charles Darwin made the Galapagos famous nearly 180 years ago, but tourists are still clamoring to get to the ecological mecca. Visitors with children, or those just seeking an eco-adventure, look toward the islands for a bit of history, unparalleled biodiversity, the chance to swim up to sea lions and to hike through stunning national parks.
Galapagos Islands expedition —
Charles Darwin made the Galapagos famous nearly 180 years ago, but tourists are still clamoring to get to the ecological mecca. Visitors with children, or those just seeking an eco-adventure, look toward the islands for a bit of history, unparalleled biodiversity, the chance to swim up to sea lions and to hike through stunning national parks.
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Making a pilgrimage is usually all about history and religion, but lots of visitors simply want to get in touch with what's driving a lot of news in the world today. The majority of these vacations are to Israel, but some people surveyed also head to Jordan.
Holy land —
Making a pilgrimage is usually all about history and religion, but lots of visitors simply want to get in touch with what's driving a lot of news in the world today. The majority of these vacations are to Israel, but some people surveyed also head to Jordan.
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Ease and convenience drive the final experience on the list. It's everyone's dream to skip long security lines and TSA pat downs. And arriving in style without a stranger sharing your armrest seems more than appealing to most travelers. Plus, everyone knows it costs a pretty penny to fly private so this one is definitely up there in the dream category.
Private jet charter —
Ease and convenience drive the final experience on the list. It's everyone's dream to skip long security lines and TSA pat downs. And arriving in style without a stranger sharing your armrest seems more than appealing to most travelers. Plus, everyone knows it costs a pretty penny to fly private so this one is definitely up there in the dream category.
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