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My Personal Travel Rankings
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items This is a running list of almost every place I’ve traveled to so far. Am I an expert? Not even close. But that’s kind of the point. I’m just a regular person with a budget, limited PTO, and a running list of destinations I'll probably never go to. So...
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The Top Three
Places I would never get tired of.
#1 - Pros: Diverse wildlife, breathtaking mountain views, and it's the Rocky Mountain National Park gateway. Cons: Heavy foot/vehicle traffic during the summer, many stores are only open during the summer
Estes Park, Colorado
#2 - Pros: Mountains, black bears, good food, cool summer temps. You can mini golf at mountain elevations with the chance of running into a black bear. Cons: black bears are very prevalent and there's lots of vehicle traffic during peak season.
Gatlinburg, Tennessee
#3 - Pros: You can take an island tour where they will talk about the island's culture, you can try chocolate and rum, and eat fresh mango. You can hold sloths and parrots and feed monkeys. Cons: It's expensive because it's an island. The mainland is...
Roatán, Honduras
Middle of the Road
Not the best, but not the worst. If it's at the top of this list, chances are it's tied with something in the top three.
#4 - Pros: Coastal Mountains, sandy AND rocky beaches, tide pools, lobster, lighthouses, cool temperatures, and it's the Acadia National Park gateway. Cons: Busy little town so restaurants and lodging fill up quick and there aren't a whole lot of act...
Bar Harbor, Maine
#5 - Pros: Lots of things to do and see like ocean kayaking, lighthouses, and walking trails. Lobster rolls are a must. Cons: A little expensive, and can get rather busy.
Portland, ME
#6 - Pros: Tiny island but has lots to offer. The waters are crystal blue, the beaches are soft and you might get to even hold an iguana on the beach. Cons: I actually roasted in the sun because it was so hot.
Cozumel, Mexico
#7 - Pros: You can take an ATV tour on the beach where they'll take you to an agave farm and explain how tequila is made. You can try tequila you won't find anywhere else (like one with a snake in it), and make friends with a farm cat. Cons: The ATV'...
Mazatlán, Mexico
#8 - Pros: Boston Common area is pretty family friendly (for being a big city), strong historical culture, public transportation is readily available and easy to use. Be sure to watch a baseball game at Fenway. Cons: Hotels are expensive. Beware of h...
Boston, MA
#9 - You can hike through the rainforest and then go cave tubing just outside the main city. We ate incredible homemade tamales and the people were welcoming. Cons: Hot and humid, potentially dangerous animals like jaguars, and the city itself is not...
Belize City, Belize
#10 - Pros: Wonderful zoo, easy trip for just a few days, Riverfront is safe and enjoyable. Try the Peanut Butter Chicken from Three Happiness Express. Cons: Lack of scenery.
Omaha, NE
#11 - Pros/Cons: We only did a day pass at a resort here, so I can't speak to the actual city itself. I would recommend Secrets Vallarta Bay Resort, though. It's all you can eat and drink, adults only, and beach access with included water activities.
Puerto Vallarta, Mexico
The Bottom Three
The cities I would never go back to.
#12 - Another place where we just did a day pass the beach. Would recommend Yaya beach as it is all inclusive with beach access and free water activities. Cons: Sargassum seaweed washes ashore, can be uncomfortable to walk through, and can smell awfu...
Costa Maya, Mexico
#13 - Pros: You can eat some wonderful tacos paired with some unique salsas like hibiscus, peanut. Cons: The bike taxi can be expensive, agree on a price before using taxis.
Cabo San Lucas, Mexico
#14 - Pros: The Gaylord Opryland Resort is free to visit and walk around and they have good food. The Nashville Hot Chicken is somewhat worth the hype. Cons: Broadway was extremely overcrowded and loud. We couldn't get seated anywhere at a bar or res...
Nashville, TN