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Expedia Magazine mentions how today’s consumers are looking for bargains and great experiences with destination dupes. These travel spots are equally enjoyable as the original more popular ones.
Taipei (dupe for Seoul)
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Much like Seoul, travelers appreciate Taipei’s Modern and Traditional architecture, and street food as well as the Night Markets. With its urban setting, shopping districts and a mix of pop and traditional culture, Taipei is a dupe for Seoul, but is less busy and cheaper.
Pattaya (dupe for Bangkok)
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Pattaya is a cheaper version of Bangkok offering a vibrant urban experience and sandy beaches. Great restaurants and exciting nightlife are present. It is a great alternative for travelers looking for beach-related and water activities.
Paros (dupe for Santorini)
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Paros has the typical charm of a Cycladic island, with whitewashed buildings, blue dome churches, and beautiful beaches, but without the huge crowds found in Santorini. It serves as a Santorini alternative, offering a beautiful Greek island experience, with charming villages and a long cultural history, likely at a more laid-back and cheaper pace.
Curaçao (dupe for St. Martin)
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Curaçao is a much more colorful and culturally significant option than St. Martin. Not only does it have gorgeous carribean beaches just like them, but unlike St. Martin, it has a more vibrant and rich heritage. It has a combination of Dutch, Spaniard, and Creole influences. It is a perfect St. Martin’s replica, offering a chill island experience. It has a historic center of Willemstad, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a great place for snorkeling and diving.
Perth (dupe for Sydney)
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With its beautiful beaches, sunny weather, and growing cultural scene, Perth has many hit features in common with Sydney, and offers a general west coast vibe that is more chill and relaxed. While staying in Perth, visitors have the opportunity to enjoy the natural beauty of Kings Park and Rottnest Island, and still have access to the convenience and culture of a large city, all at a more relaxed pace than the hustle and bustle of Sydney.
Liverpool (dupe for London)
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Being the home of The Beatles, Liverpool is famous for its musical history. Artistic culture, historic structures, sports culture, and musical heritage are all a big part of Liverpool’s story. Although less extensive than London, Liverpool offers an alternative option for people wanting an urban British experience. Liverpool also offers maritime history with the modernized Albert Dock, and the energetic developments of Liverpool ONE.
Palermo (dupe for Lisbon)
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Palermo has an amazing mixture of influences in its cuisine along with captivating visitors with its huge historical sites and big monuments. It is very similar to Lisbon as it has an ancient Mediterranean charm with historic layers from ancient civilizations. It has a beautiful seaside and with a Sicilian zest it has less tourists.
Quebec City (dupe for Geneva)
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The historic and charming Quebec City reminds visitors of Europe with its French-speaking residents and cobbled streets. It is a faux Europe destination because of its beautiful Old Town, which is a UNESCO World Heritage site. The Old Town provides a cultural scene and natural beauty to offer a Francophone experience in North America.
Sapporo (dupe for Zermatt)
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Sapporo has an amazing winter sports environment similar to Zermatt but with a Japanese cultural context. World-class skiing and the snow festival help Sapporo stand out. Additionally, the beautiful mountains and freshly caught seafood and famous ramen add to the natural beauty of Hokkaido and the Sapporo experience.
Memphis (dupe for Nashville)
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Due to Memphis’ connection to blues, soul, and rock ‘n’ roll, the city has a lot of musical history to offer. This makes it a proper alternative for people looking to visit America’s musical history without the commercialized Nashville. Some musical sites to visit include Beale Street and Graceland, which is the Elvis Presley home.
13 Jaw-Dropping National Monuments That Define American Beauty
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The national monuments in the United States are breathtaking. The United States has more than 130 national monuments. The country is filled with towering snow capped mountains, red rock canyons, and massive sequoia trees. If you are wondering which national monuments to see, start with these 13 picks.
13 National Monuments That Showcase The Beauty of America 13 Jaw-Dropping National Monuments That Define American Beauty
12 Ways to Spot an American Tourist Abroad – How Many Are You Guilty Of?
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From speaking loudly to being too generous with tips, there are many ways to identify American tourists in foreign countries. We’ve compiled a list of telltale sign from Reddit users on how they identify Americans when traveling. Some are signs we can take pride in, while others not so much. Which ones are you guilty of?
12 Signs You Are An American Tourist, How Many Are You Guilty Of? 12 Ways to Spot an American Tourist Abroad – How Many Are You Guilty Of?
