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Even the busy capital city of Tbilisi is set in the middle of a jaw-dropping landscape. The whole city is overlooked by the 17-century-old Narikala Fortress.
The famous Caucasus mountain range is one of the most powerful examples of nature in Europe. It spans four different countries and is home to multiple ethnic groups, languages, and ancient communities.
The Caucasus Mountains are also known as the natural barrier between the continents of Europe and Asia. Similar to Istanbul, you have the feeling of two distinct cultures mixing together. The results are beautiful.
Georgia is a country that dishes out history and nature on a grand scale.
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The area is filled with rolling sand dunes, which are a popular sandboarding spot!
You can also find stunning beaches and fairy streams.
Mui Ne is a small coastal fishing village in Vietnam. It's said to be one of the sunniest parts of the country.
Con Dao is a group of islands off the coast of Vietnam. The clear waters and coral reefs make for excellent scuba diving.
The pristine beaches are relatively quiet compared to other more popular resorts. They're also a breeding ground for turtles!
You can stroll along the world's longest canopy walkway, visit a native village, go camping, fishing, and caving, or trek along the jungle floor and spot some of the most incredible wildlife the country has to offer.
The nearby Sipadan Island is one of the best diving spots in the country. It's home to 3,000 species of fish and hundreds of coral species.
Borneo is considered one of the best natural attractions in Malaysia, but it doesn't stop there.
Taman Negara National Park is an ancient rainforest that is said to be 130 million years old!
Borneo is one of the large islands of Malaysia, and is famous for its untouched beaches, as well as the Sepilok Orangutan Sanctuary.
Malaysia is filled with protected natural habitats. For a quieter holiday, you can easily avoid major cities like Kuala Lumpur and connect with nature.
Vietnam is an extremely popular tourist destination, but there are many untouched towns and beaches off the beaten track.
Český Krumlov is another fairytale town. It's one of the best preserved medieval towns in all of Europe.
The Zacharias of Hradec Square in the town's center has been named a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
The town was made famous by the Casapueblo. The eccentric structure began as the home of abstract artist Carlos Páez Vilaró, and is now a boutique hotel and museum. Its nine stories flow down the mountainside like a waterfall.
Punta del Diablo is a beachside town on Uruguay's east cost. Once a sleepy fishing village, it's now a popular stop for backpackers.
You can venture underground to explore the network of passageways that connect the town's cellars.
Today, visitors enjoy wandering through the winding cobbled streets, admiring the colorful facades and vine covered storefronts.
This Italian-influenced Czech town is most famous for its rows of colorful houses. The town was burnt to the ground in the 16th century, and then rebuilt by the young leader Zacharias of Hradec.
The town of Colonia del Sacramento was classified a UNESCO World Heritage Site thanks to its well-preserved colonial architecture in the old quarter. It dates back to the year 1600 when Portuguese explorers arrived.
Český Krumlov is full of museums to visit. Wander through the streets for dramatic castle views, colorful houses, and panoramas of the river.
Uruguay is South America's smallest country, but also it's most stable, progressive, and safe. Not to mention they handled the COVID-19 crisis incredibly well.
The Czech capital of Prague is a major tourist spot, but there are many incredible lesser-known towns around the country.
The laid-back lifestyle and untouched beaches draw crowds in the popular months (December-February), but you can have a quiet, relaxing holiday there at other times.
Punta Ballena is a small coastal town on the southern tip of Uruguay. It boasts 12 km (7.5 mi) of stunning beaches, and is only a couple hours' drive from the capital city, Montevideo.
When the 'New Normal' finally sets in, one of the biggest changes we can expect is the way we travel. Many of us won't be heading to capital cities or bustling seaside resorts in the height of summer anymore. Well then, there's no better time to widen our horizons and look a little further afield.
Going off the beaten track is not only safer, but a far greater adventure. There are so many incredible places that haven't become top tourist destinations yet, even though they have everything you could want for the holiday of your dreams. Click through the following gallery to see the top underrated travel destinations around.
The most underrated destinations for your post-pandemic trip
These beautiful countries have so much to offer
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When the 'New Normal' finally sets in, one of the biggest changes we can expect is the way we travel. Many of us won't be heading to capital cities or bustling seaside resorts in the height of summer anymore. Well then, there's no better time to widen our horizons and look a little further afield.
Going off the beaten track is not only safer, but a far greater adventure. There are so many incredible places that haven't become top tourist destinations yet, even though they have everything you could want for the holiday of your dreams. Click through the following gallery to see the top underrated travel destinations around.