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Featured Destinations

To help travelers get the most out of the weak dollar and rising prices, we’re highlighting six countries which give good value…and we’ve put together country pages which give essential information on each country, from the best times to visit to budget recommendations to inspiring sample trips.

Argentina

Formal Name: 
Argentine Republic
Capital: 
Buenos Aires
Currency: 
Peso
Telephone Code: 
54

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  • Buenos Aires: capital of Argentina, nicknamed the “Paris of South America” and known for its European flavor, tango, art, etc.
  • Córdoba: has the country's best-preserved colonial architecture.
  • El Calafate: the main destination when visiting the Glaciers National Park and the advancing Perito Moreno Glacier.
  • Mar del Plata: a beautiful place, also known as The Pearl of the Atlantic.
  • Mendoza: well known for its extensive and high quality wine production.
  • Iguazú Falls: a UNESCO World Natural Heritage Site; taller than Niagara Falls, twice as wide
  • Ushuaia: the most important gateway to Antarctica and a port for cruising yachts
  • Las Leñas and San Carlos de Bariloche are well-known ski centers in the Andes

Cambodia

Formal Name: 
Kingdom of Cambodia
Capital: 
Phnom Penh
Currency: 
Riels
Telephone Code: 
855

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Angkor Archaeological Park – covering over 400 sq. km, Angkor contains the magnificent remains of several capitals of the Khmer Empire, from the 9th to the 15th century CE. Home of the imposing ruins of ancient Khmer civilization, including the famous temples of Angkor Wat, Bayon Temple, etc.
Phnom Penh - the capital, with good national museums
Banlung - the capital of a northeastern province located near some great waterfalls and national parks
Kratie - a river town in the north-east on the Mekong. It is an excellent place to get close look at endangered river dolphins
Siem Reap - the access point for Angkor temple complex; most international visitors arrive at Siem Reap as the point of entry
Tonle Sap Lake - take a cruise across the lake past floating villages and spend a day or two at Prek Toal Biosphere Reserve, Southeast Asia's premier bird sanctuary

Costa Rica

Formal Name: 
Republic of Costa Rica
Capital: 
San Jose
Currency: 
Colon
Telephone Code: 
506

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Places to See

Costa Rica is an eco-traveler’s paradise, with places such as:

  • Arenal Volcano - active volcano
  • Cahuita National Park
  • Chirripo National Park
  • Corcovado National Park
  • Manuel Antonio National Park
  • Monteverde and Santa Elena Cloud Forest Reserves
  • Pacuare River and Protected Zone
  • Tapanti National Park
  • Tenorio Volcano National Park

Croatia

Formal Name: 
Republic of Croatia
Capital: 
Zagreb
Currency: 
Kuna
Telephone Code: 
385

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The following Croatian sites are on UNESCO’s* World Heritage List:

  • Historical Complex of Split with the Palace of Diocletian
  • Old City of Dubrovnik
  • Plitvice Lakes National Park
  • Episcopal Complex of the Euphrasian Basilica in the Historic Centre of Poreč
  • Historic City of Trogir
  • The Cathedral of St James in Šibenik

Beside these famous world heritage sites, there are many other places in the Adriatic, such as Hvar Island, and Brac Island, that are perfect for people who love ocean and islands.

*UNESCO stands for The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization

Laos

Formal Name: 
Lao People's Democratic Republic
Capital: 
Vientiane
Currency: 
Kip
Telephone Code: 
856

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Places to See

Huay Xai - in the north, on the Mekong and the border with Thailand. This is the starting point of the 2 day/1 night Mekong boat ride to Luang Prabang.
Luang Namtha - capital of the north, known for its trekking.
Luang Prabang - a UNESCO World Heritage City. It is the ancient Lao capital and known for its numerous temples and devoted citizens.
Pakbeng - halfway point on the overnight slow boat between Huay Xai & Luang Prabang
Pakse – a major city in the south, and the gateway to the Wat Phu ruins and the "four thousand islands" (Si Phan Don)
Plain of Jars – Hundreds of megalithic stone jars, large enough for a man to crouch in.
Savannakhet - in the south, on the Mekong, connected by bridge to Mukdahan, Thailand
Tha Khaek - south of Vientiane on the banks of the Mekong, Tha Khaek is a popular base for exploring the Phou Hin Boun National Park including the famous Konglor Cave
Si Phan Don - the "four thousand islands" are nestled within the Mekong near the Cambodian border
Vientiane - the sleepy capital on the banks of the Mekong River

Vietnam

Formal Name: 
Socialist Republic of Vietnam
Capital: 
Hanoi
Currency: 
Dong
Telephone Code: 
84

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Cu Chi Tunnel - The tunnels were dug with bare hands in the 1940s during the French occupation. It was further expanded during the Vietnam War in the 1960s.
Dalat - the largest city in the highlands
Ha Long Bay - famous for its unearthly scenery, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
Hanoi - the capital
Hoi An - delightfully well-preserved ancient port, near the ruins of Mỹ Sơn. Hoi An is the best place for art work and tailor-made clothes
Ho Chi Minh City - Vietnam's largest city and the economic engine of the south, formerly Saigon. The famous Cu Chi Tunnel is about 40 km northwest of Ho Chi Minh City.
Hue - former home of Vietnam's emperors with many former imperial sites to visit
My Son - It is the most important site of the ancient kingdom of Champa and is a UNESCO World Heritage site
Nha Trang - burgeoning beach resort
Sapa – the main town for traveler to stay when visiting the hill tribes in the northern highland region

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