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Dec 27, 2006 “Other cultures”

based on 25 votes

My favorite and least favorite getaways so far

Explore locations featured in this Trip List: Rome, Civitavecchia, Spain, Genoa, Sicily, Tunis, Palma de Mallorca, Malta, Rosarito, Ensenada, Mazatlan, Cabo San Lucas, Puerto Vallarta, Catalina Island, Bahamas, Cancun, New Orleans, New York City, Miami, Key Largo, Maui
Category: Recent trip
Traveler type: Culture, Sightseeing, Never been before, Beachgoers
Appeals to: Couples/romantics, Tourists
Seasons: Spring, Summer

1. Holiday Inn Express Rome - San Giovanni

Holiday Inn Express Rome - San Giovanni, Rome, Lazio

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Avg price: $132

Great place to stay. Clean. Good value. Great staff. Locate close to the Metro line.
2. Rome

Rome, Lazio

Get a three day metro pass and get off on all the stops.
3. Sunbay Park Hotel

Sunbay Park Hotel, Civitavecchia, Province of Rome

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Avg price: $181

Good place to stay if you are catching a cruise the next day.
4. Spain

Spain, Europe

See Gaudi's work!
5. Genoa

Genoa, Italian Riviera

You feel like you stepped into the heart of Italy in Genoa. Small town charm and plenty of history.
6. Sicily

Sicily, Italy

Lots of historical sites. See four corners. Visit a pastry shop.
7. Tunis

Tunis, Tunis Governorate

Skip it! Don't be held hostage by a pushy cab driver or shop owner.
8. Palma

Palma de Mallorca, Majorca

Gorgeous island. Great place to relax, not a lot going on.
9. Malta

Malta, Europe

Lots of historical sites.
10. Rosarito

Rosarito

Sleepy beach town! Good value!
11. Ensenada

Ensenada

Cleaning up! A fun place to party.
12. Mazatlan

Mazatlan

Do it all in Mazatlan. Surf, party, relax! Lot's going on.
13. Cabo San Lucas

Cabo San Lucas

Party!
14. Puerto Vallarta

Puerto Vallarta

Don't buy bullfight tickets or take any complimentary day stays at a hotel. It is just a pitch for a timeshare.
15. Catalina Island

Catalina Island, California

Beautiful island. Very touristy.
16. Bahamas

Bahamas, Caribbean

Party! Great beaches.
17. Cancun

Cancun

Watch your wallet! Not much diffent from other Mexico beach destinations.
18. New Orleans

New Orleans, Louisiana

New Orleans is a blast!
19. New York City

New York City, New York

If you don't see anything else, see the museums and Central Park.
20. Miami

Miami, Florida

Fun! Stay on the coast. You will be glad you did.
21. Key Largo

Key Largo, Florida Keys

Great getaway! Get a place on the water and make sure you go to Mrs. Mac's and have conch chowder.
22. El Cid Castilla Beach Hotel

El Cid Castilla Beach Hotel, Mazatlan

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Avg price: $119

This is a fun place to stay. There is always something going on. I have my concerns about how safe the buidling is. The bathroom window opened fully to the outside of the building which was a few stories up.
23. Maui

Maui, Hawaii

Snorkel and take the road to Hana! See Haliakila!