1 . Some are attracted to museums by the art and the culture — but if that isn’t enough, there is always the novelty!

Cupnoodles Museum

The Cupnoodles Museum in Yokohama, Japan, offers a treat: exhibits can be not only admired, but eaten. Visitors can work in the museum’s noodle workshop, refining creations with their favourite ingredients. While doing so, one can also learn the history of the noodle, one of Japan’s most popular foods.

Tenement Museum

At New York’s Tenement Museum, visitors can gain an insight into what life was like for immigrants and the working class in the city from the 1860s through to the 1980s. The museum opened in 1992 and offers guided tours of two tenement buildings with recreated rooms, where costumed “residents” enact the daily lives of the city’s newcomers and workers over the period —leaps and bounds from the money makers of Wall Street.

Cancún Underwater Museum

As the name suggests, it is underwater. More than 500 sculptures anchored in the ocean off Mexico are meant to illustrate the interaction effect of art and nature. Visitors can either admire the works through a glass-bottom boat or take a scuba diving tour.

Omaka Aviation Heritage Centre

With great attention to detail, New Zealand built the Omaka Aviation Heritage Centre, which exhibits original aircraft from the First and Second World Wars. Some belong to film director Sir Peter Jackson, who helped create the set designs with his team. Anyone interested in the pioneers of aviation should pay a visit to the museum in Blenheim.

2 . Boston Attractions Guide

Starting at the Boston Common, but easily picked up at any point along the way, the Freedom Trail offers historical insight into the city and its surroundings. With 16 official stops along the way, you can check out one, some or all of the sites on this route where a red trail painted on the sidewalks takes you throughout Boston.

Boston fans are crazy about baseball. Ask many and they will claim it as their religion, and offer Fenway as their place of worship. Even if baseball is not your thing, be sure to catch a game at Fenway Park, home of the legendary Green Monster. Tickets can be hard to come by, so seek them out well in advance.

The adventure begins before you step foot through the door. Watch the Harbor Seals swirl around in the outdoor tank while you wait for your tickets. Catch a show in the glass enclosed classroom overlooking Boston Harbor, and plunge your hands into the touch tank where rays and sharks are circling and awaiting your touch.

The Boston Symphony Orchestra is one of the most respected orchestras in the world. Playing host to a variety of concerts throughout the year, including the Holiday Pops, The Boston Symphony Orchestra wows crowds. History has been made within these walls where songs like the popular “Sleigh Ride” have been composed.

3 . What’s the difference between travel and tourism? Well, being a traveller is _________ just being a holiday maker. A holiday is just a short time away, and it normally _________ relaxation. Tourists stay in holiday resorts, not travellers. Travellers go for the _________ and their journeys are usually much longer and more _________. For example, travellers always avoid tourist traps and like to go off the _________ track to discover new places. Travel is an age-old phenomenon, but tourism is a _________ recent invention. Thomas Cook is often described as the first travel _________ because he arranged the first “package tour”: a 19-kilometer trip for 500 people, in 1841.

Going overseas in order to experience a different way of life is _________ many people think of as travel, but travel does not necessarily _________ going abroad. How many people can __________ they have visited every part of their own country? Many people who live in __________ countries such as Russia and the USA have only visited a small part of their own country. And so __________ travel is also very exciting. It’s a surprising fact that 75 percent of US citizens do not __________ a passport, so travelling does not mean leaving their country for them.

Some people can’t travel or don’t like the __________ reality of travelling to faraway __________. These days it is easy to be an “armchair traveller”. People can visit distant __________ of the world or even little known parts of their own country __________ leaving their living room. Television documentaries make the world a small place and some people __________ that travel is no longer necessary. Perhaps soon people will use interactive computer programmes and virtual travel will become __________. Enthusiasts argue that by doing this we will have all the benefits without the __________.

4 . The Maldives guarantees the whitest sand beaches and an unforgettable underwater world. Here are places that you can visit here.

Patina Maldives, Fari Islands

The Fari Islands sit in the northeast of the North Male Atoll, a 45-minute speed boat ride or a 15-minute seaplane flight from Elana International Airport.

Unlike most of the other places on this list, Patina recently opened so you can check in right now if you’re in need of an urgent escape.

Avani+ Fares Maldives Resort

Just a 30-minute seaplane ride from Velana International Airport, the Avani+ Fares Maldives Resort sits on an island surrounded by a lagoon in the west of the resort.

Unique and remarkable biodiversity can be found in its coral reefs, sea grass beds and mangroves. Watch out for hawksbill turtles, rays and friendly reef sharks.

Villa Haven

If you’re a deep-sea diver, this place will provide a luxurious base as you explore the resort’s many experiences.

Their botanical gardens produce coconuts, tropical fruits, vegetables and herbs that will all be served up in Villa Haven’s restaurants, while sustainable local materials are also being used in the construction of the resort.

Conrad Maldives Rangali

The twin-island property boasts some firsts including the world’s first ever undersea restaurant and first underwater bedroom.

To mark the resort’s anniversary, 50 over-water villas have been revitalized, as have three restaurants and bars. Brand new additions include an adults-only gym, Majaa Explorers Hub and restaurants and the Furaavaru Teens Club.

5 . Sustainable travel is now one of the fastest-growing movements. Its goal is to meet the needs of the tourism industry without harming natural and cultural environments.     1     Here are some concrete ways to reduce your environmental impact as a traveler.

    2     Travel doesn’t have to be about going somewhere far away. It’s the art of exploration, discovery and getting out of your comfort zone, all of which can just as well be nearby. Find somewhere nearby you haven’t been, get in your car, and go for a visit. You never know what you’ll come across.

Make greener transportation choices. After walking, public transportation is the next best way to explore new destinations.     3     When it comes to longer distances, buses and trains are your best way of getting around, both of which can be quite an experience in and of itself.

Avoid over-visited destinations. If you can, avoid places with over-tourism. You’ll find fewer crowds and lower prices, and you also won’t be putting as much pressure on local communities struggling to keep up. And, from a personal-enjoyment point of view, who wants to deal with crowds or long lines? No one.     4    

Take a nature-related trip. If you want to better understand and appreciate the natural world, try taking a trip with the single purpose of connecting with nature.     5     I promise that when you come home, you’ll have a new viewpoint on why we’re all so focused on being environmentally friendly these days.

7 . Gabon, on the west coast of Africa, has numerous rainforests, open grasslands, white sand beaches and rushing rivers. Here are four adventures that can let you have unforgettable experiences.

The Wild Species Adventure

The site of this adventure is close to a national park, which has elephants, monkeys, leopards, red river hogs and so on. Visitors can go on a journey by jeep and have a chance to see the country’s natural beauty and different birds in a nearby reserve.

The Fishing Adventure

Gabon has some really big fish and miles of untouched coastlines, and the fishing spots are not packed, because they are wide apart. When fishing, visitors can find themselves in pleasant places, surrounded by palm trees during the adventure. Gabon’s unique lagoon (环礁湖) system provides visitors with a range of fish, all ready for you to join in the fishing contest.

The Private Island Adventure

It is difficult for visitors to find this private island on the sea on booking or a trip advisor, but it is known by locals. It offers small but comfortable rooms to rest. Visitors can try fun activities like wakeboarding and boating. During the whale season, visitors can also rent boats to take a close look at whales by following responsible viewing guidelines.

The Whale Watching Adventure

There is a great diversity of marine mammals to see in this adventure, especially whales.   Some of the whales can be found at all time, while others, for example, the humpback whales, only spend a few months from July to September. In this trip, visitors can take splendid pictures of these whales playing around and jumping above the surface of the sea under safety guidance.

8 . Milan is Italy’s fashion capital. Milan has it all, whether you love fashion, homeware, or jewellery. Let us help you get started with the best fashion destinations in Milan.

Quadrilatero della Moda

This is Milan’s fashion soul. Think about some famous designers. They will most likely have an atelier here. It is one of the main shopping streets in the world, along with Paris’ Champs Elysees and New York’s Fifth Avenue.

But walking along these streets isn’t only about shopping. It’s also about sightseeing. As you walk past the luxury brands, you’ll see some of Milan’s most famous landmarks, including Palazzo Morando and Poldi Pezzoli Museum.

Opening times: Most shops between 10:00 and 19:00 or 20:00

Nearest station: 4-minute walk from Montenapoleone

Corso Vercelli

If you’re wondering where local Milanese go shopping, it’s Corso Vercelli. It is close to Fiera Milano, not too far from Sempione Park.

The roots of this avenue date back to the late 19th century, when it was particularly favoured by tax and duty laws. Today, it offers exciting shopping opportunities with smaller crowds. The historic tram crossing the area gives it a unique atmosphere.

Opening times: Most shops between 10:00 and 19:00 or 20:00

Nearest station: 4-minute walk from Pagano

Sempione Area

The area around Sempione Park is one of the most picturesque. It offers endless shopping opportunities-both high-end and budget-friendly.

Thanks to the wide range of restaurants, bars and clubs, it's trendy among students and young professionals, making it the perfect place to grab a bargain.

If you head east from the park, you'll be bound to come across Milan’s Chinatown -the largest and oldest in Italy, where you’ll find plenty of affordable knick-knacks and furniture.

Opening times: Most shops between 9:30 and 19:30 or 20:30

Nearest station: 14-minute walk from Milan Cadorna

Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II

Another place is the Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II, which houses stores like Luis vuitton and expensive restaurants. If you are looking for upscale fashion and jewellery stores, via Brera and Corso Buenos Aires are your go-to.

Opening times: Mostly between 10:00 and 20:00

9 . Choosing the most beautiful ski resort in the Alps is like picking the prettiest diamond. With white peaks and sparkling snow, the following 4 European treasures will spark instant alpine urges.

1. Saas-Fee, Switzerland

Unique selling points: High-mountain setting, in-your-face glaciers.

Saas-Fee hit the right notes as the setting for Wham!'s "Last Christmas" music video in 1984. It's a pleasing Swiss village among glaciers and mountains. Fabled 4,000-meter peaks such as the Dom, the Taschhorn and the Alphubel dot the skyline.

Worth the trip: For you to rub shoulders with real mountaineers, the Britannia Hutte is a climbers' refuge, just 15 minutes walk from the nearest lift. A simple lunch on its sunny balcony offers grand views.

Britannia Hutte, 3906 Saas Fee, Switzerland; +41 27 966 81 00

2. Alpbach, Austria

Unique selling points: Cute houses, the bygone feel.

Alpbach has long known what its best features are and made a point of highlighting them. The medieval village's traditional wooden farmhouses proved to be head-turners for early tourists and planners.

Farming is still very much alive here. It has landed the prize as "Austria's most beautiful village". And the competition for that one is tough.

Worth the trip: Boglalm is an Alpbach favorite, offering authentic local food such as beef soup and grilled sausage.

Boglalm, 6236 Alpbach, Austria; +43 5336 5177

3. Megeve, France

Unique selling points: Mont Blanc views, stylish center, scent of pine.

Megeve muscles into the list by virtue of its location, with close-up views of Mont Blanc, Western Europe's highest peak. The town was one of the first purpose-built resorts in the Alps. Cruising the wonderfully wooded lower slopes fills your nostrils with the pleasant scent of pine.

Worth the trip: Foodies are spoiled for choice in Megeve, especially in three-Michelin-starred Flocons de Sel.

Flocons de Sel, 1775 Route du Leutaz, 74120 Megeve, France; +33 027 967 25 52

4. Cortina d'Ampezzo, Italy

Unique selling points: a magnet for the beautiful set, an Olympic site.

Just two hours north of Venice, Cortina d'Ampezzo is in a UNESCO World Natural Heritage region. Cortina hosted the Winter Olympics in 1956 and was the setting for a certain James Bond film.

Worth the trip: If it's good enough for Mr. Bond, Miramonti Majestic Grand Hotel might do the job for you. Or take up 007's license to thrill and hit the Olympic bobsled (长橇) run.

Miramonti Majestic Grand Hotel, Via Pezie 103, 32043 Cortina d 'Ampezzo, Italy; +39 0436 4201