{"id":4775,"date":"2017-09-13T16:53:26","date_gmt":"2017-09-13T09:53:26","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.newedentravel.com\/travel-blog\/?p=4775"},"modified":"2018-04-01T23:54:20","modified_gmt":"2018-04-01T16:54:20","slug":"choose-unique-travel-destinations","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/newedentravel.com\/travel-blog\/choose-unique-travel-destinations\/","title":{"rendered":"Off the Beaten Path: How to Choose Unique Travel Destinations"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"pl-4775\"  class=\"panel-layout\" ><div id=\"pg-4775-0\"  class=\"panel-grid panel-no-style\" ><div id=\"pgc-4775-0-0\"  class=\"panel-grid-cell\" ><div id=\"panel-4775-0-0-0\" class=\"so-panel widget widget_sow-hero panel-first-child\" data-index=\"0\" ><div\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\tclass=\"so-widget-sow-hero so-widget-sow-hero-default-5b5693a0d901-4775 so-widget-fittext-wrapper\"\n\t\t\t data-fit-text-compressor=\"0.85\"\n\t\t>\t\t\t\t<div class=\"sow-slider-base\" style=\"display: none\" tabindex=\"0\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<ul\n\t\t\t\t\tclass=\"sow-slider-images\"\n\t\t\t\t\tdata-settings=\"{&quot;pagination&quot;:true,&quot;speed&quot;:800,&quot;timeout&quot;:8000,&quot;paused&quot;:false,&quot;pause_on_hover&quot;:false,&quot;swipe&quot;:true,&quot;nav_always_show_desktop&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;nav_always_show_mobile&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;breakpoint&quot;:&quot;780px&quot;,&quot;unmute&quot;:false,&quot;anchor&quot;:null}\"\n\t\t\t\t\tstyle=\"min-height: 400px\"\t\t\t\t\tdata-anchor-id=\"\"\n\t\t\t\t>\t\t<li class=\"sow-slider-image  sow-slider-image-cover\" style=\"visibility: visible;;background-color: #333333\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"sow-slider-image-container\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"sow-slider-image-wrapper\">\n\t\t\t\t<h2 style=\"text-align: center\">Travel Off the Beaten Path<\/h2>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center\">Find unique travel destinations for a one-of-a-kind experience.<\/h3>\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"sow-slider-image-overlay sow-slider-image-cover\" style=\"opacity: 0.5;background-image: url(https:\/\/newedentravel.com\/travel-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/Image_1.jpg)\"  ><\/div>\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t<\/ul>\t\t\t\t<ol class=\"sow-slider-pagination\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li><a href=\"#\" data-goto=\"0\" aria-label=\"Display slide 1\"><\/a><\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/ol>\n\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"sow-slide-nav sow-slide-nav-next\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"#\" data-goto=\"next\" aria-label=\"Next slide\" data-action=\"next\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<em class=\"sow-sld-icon-thin-right\"><\/em>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"sow-slide-nav sow-slide-nav-prev\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"#\" data-goto=\"previous\" aria-label=\"Previous slide\" data-action=\"prev\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<em class=\"sow-sld-icon-thin-left\"><\/em>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div><\/div><\/div><div id=\"panel-4775-0-0-1\" class=\"so-panel widget widget_sow-editor panel-last-child\" data-index=\"1\" ><div\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\tclass=\"so-widget-sow-editor so-widget-sow-editor-base\"\n\t\t\t\n\t\t>\n<div class=\"siteorigin-widget-tinymce textwidget\">\n\t<p>As always, the classics can't be beaten. Everyone should see the Eiffel Tower and\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.newedentravel.com\/travel-blog\/category\/travel-in-the-americas\/united-states\/new-york\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Times Square<\/a>\u00a0at some point in their life. What about finding unique travel destinations.<\/p>\n<p>But, those are the trips that everyone goes on. How do you find off the beaten path destinations that are safe, affordable, and worth traveling to?\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>That's where we're stepping in. Read on to learn how to find <strong>unique travel<\/strong> destinations that you won't see on Instagram and Facebook.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div id=\"pg-4775-1\"  class=\"panel-grid panel-no-style\" ><div id=\"pgc-4775-1-0\"  class=\"panel-grid-cell\" ><div id=\"panel-4775-1-0-0\" class=\"so-panel widget widget_sow-editor panel-first-child\" data-index=\"2\" ><div\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\tclass=\"so-widget-sow-editor so-widget-sow-editor-base\"\n\t\t\t\n\t\t><h3 class=\"widget-title\">Do Your Own Research<\/h3>\n<div class=\"siteorigin-widget-tinymce textwidget\">\n\t<p>No, you're not going to find as much online about the best surf places in Oman as you will in\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.newedentravel.com\/travel-blog\/5-most-impressive-surf-spots-australia\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Australia<\/a>. But, that's what makes it off the beaten path.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>It's not easy creating your own travel itinerary, especially if your destination is unique.\u00a0But, it's worth the challenge. Plus, there are more resources available than you may realize.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Check out publications, such as\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.latimes.com\/travel\/deals\/la-tr-oddspots-pg-photogallery.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">this article<\/a>\u00a0by the LA Times, to see what they recommend. Make sure your sources are credible as you don't want to compromise safety.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>If you're interested in a particular area, then consult the embassy or consulate\u00a0for that location. They'll be able to give you more specifics. This leads us to...<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><div id=\"panel-4775-1-0-1\" class=\"so-panel widget widget_sow-editor\" data-index=\"3\" ><div\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\tclass=\"so-widget-sow-editor so-widget-sow-editor-base\"\n\t\t\t\n\t\t><h3 class=\"widget-title\">Connect With Locals<\/h3>\n<div class=\"siteorigin-widget-tinymce textwidget\">\n\t<p>After you've settled on a few locations, find ways to talk to people from that area. Get their feedback on what to eat, where's safe, and the must-dos\u00a0of the trip.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>This will help you decide if the destination is truly something you'd be interested in. An insider perspective can really make or break your opinion on the location.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>As mentioned above, you can contact your embassy or consulate for that country.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Also, check out\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.likealocalguide.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Like a Local<\/a>\u00a0to find recommendations from real locals. What's great about this site is you can even connect directly with locals (upon their approval). \u00a0<\/p>\n<p>If you're feeling really adventurous, check out\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.withlocals.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">With Locals<\/a>\u00a0to get the full unique travel experience. With Locals allows you to schedule activities with (verified) townies prior to arriving.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><div id=\"panel-4775-1-0-2\" class=\"so-panel widget widget_sow-editor\" data-index=\"4\" ><div\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\tclass=\"so-widget-sow-editor so-widget-sow-editor-base\"\n\t\t\t\n\t\t><h3 class=\"widget-title\">Work With a Travel Agent<\/h3>\n<div class=\"siteorigin-widget-tinymce textwidget\">\n\t<p>You're probably thinking, \"Come on, New Eden Travel. It's 2017.\" But, travel agents aren't as much of a 'thing of the past' as you might\u00a0think.<\/p>\n<p>Simple internet research will show you there are probably quite a few agents in your area. If you've been reading this thinking, \"Yeah, this sounds like a lot of work\", then a travel agent may be the route for you.<\/p>\n<p>Not only does an agent cut the daunting task of planning, but also they're your support through the\u00a0trip. If you run into an emergency (or just need some help), they're your guy.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Find an agent who specializes in unique travel getaways. They'll be able to offer better insight to ensure you're coming home with a load of memories. You can also take a look at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.partner.viator.com\/en\/24874\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">NewEdenTravel Things to Do<\/a> for great adventures.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><div id=\"panel-4775-1-0-3\" class=\"so-panel widget widget_sow-editor\" data-index=\"5\" ><div\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\tclass=\"so-widget-sow-editor so-widget-sow-editor-base\"\n\t\t\t\n\t\t><h3 class=\"widget-title\">Your Unique Travel Destination Awaits You!<\/h3>\n<div class=\"siteorigin-widget-tinymce textwidget\">\n\t<p>So, you've found your travel destination that's going to make everyone back home jealous.\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.newedentravel.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Let's get to booking<\/a>!<\/p>\n<p>New Eden Travel helps you find <a href=\"http:\/\/www.newedentravel.com\/cheap-flights\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">cheap flights<\/a>,\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.newedentravel.com\/cheap-hotels\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">hotels<\/a>,\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.newedentravel.com\/car-rental\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">car rentals<\/a>, and\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.partner.viator.com\/en\/24874\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">attraction deals<\/a>\u00a0for all locations.<\/p>\n<p>Happy vacationing!<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><div id=\"panel-4775-1-0-4\" class=\"so-panel widget panel-last-child\" data-index=\"6\" ><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>As always, the classics can&#8217;t be beaten. 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