Top 5 Travel Destinations for 2024: Your Gateway to Adventure & Essentials to Pack

Santorini Highlights Tour

Santorini, Greece

Picture cotton-candy sunsets melting over ivory villas, crystal-clear blue waters, and delicately balanced cobalt domes. That's Santorini for you, a surreal beauty encapsulated within the clusters of the Cyclades. Visit the archaeological site of Akrotiri, the submerged caldera, or indulge in wine tasting at the island's wineries. When packing, invest in a versatile summer dress that works for both sightseeing and a romantic dinner. Bring along Maui Jim sunglasses that are as stylish as they are protective and complete your packing with an SPF 50+ sunblock for your Grecian adventures in the sun.

Monteverde Reserve Cloud Forest Tour

Costa Rica

This Central American haven is the place where forested mountains meet the clear Pacific waters, and big cats roam free. Explore Monteverde's Cloud Forest Reserve, Arenal Volcano's hot springs, or the surfing haven of Santa Teresa. Be sure to pack a durable rain-jacket as nature is unpredictable here, an insect repellent to keep the bugs at bay, and waterproof hiking shoes as a hike is inevitable in this outdoor paradise.

Tokyo Meguro Cherry Blossom Walking Tour

Tokyo, Japan

Where the old meets the new, extraordinarily showcased in the sweeping landscapes touching the skies and sacred shrines echoing tradition. In Tokyo, experience the Hanami festivals under pink cherry blossoms, shop at tech-utopia Akihabara and fill your senses with the ramen scene of the city. Essentials to pack: a multi plug adapter and charger to keep your devices ready to go, a coin purse to experience the plethoras of vending machines, and a pair of comfy shoes for the city walks.

Banff Gondola Ride

Banff, Canada

Dominated by towering peaks of the Canadian Rockies, Banff promises turquoise lakes, postcard-perfect valleys, and an array of wilderness. Hike around the beautiful Lake Louise, ride the Banff Gondola, and spot the wildlife: elk, moose, and perhaps, a bear. Carry thermal wear to keep you cozy, binoculars for wildlife spotting and, always have bear spray – safety is paramount.

Marrakech Colorful Souks Tour

Marrakech, Morocco

Marrakech is where tradition meets creativity. From the energizing Djemaa el Fna, the mazy routes of the souks, the tranquil Jardin Majorelle, to the architectural marvel Palais Bahia, Marrakech has something for every taste. When packing for this city, breezy cotton clothes to beat the heat, a sun hat to stay protected, and a compact French-Arabic dictionary to navigate the marketplaces will come handy.