So, I thought I'd do a brief summary of sorts of my traveling as a whole. Here is my ranking of the places I visited. I enjoyed everywhere I went, so even the bottom of the list was a good experience. Nowhere was horrible or put me off... Here it is:
9. Rarotonga
8, Hong Kong
7. Los Angeles
6. Auckland
5. Dubai
4. Sydney
3. New York
2. Singapore
1. San Francisco
One thing I would say is that New York, Sydney and Dubai especially are very close... and on another day they could be entirely the other way round! I like them all in different ways.
One thing I would say is that New York, Sydney and Dubai especially are very close... and on another day they could be entirely the other way round! I like them all in different ways.
So Rarotonga comes in last. Which is funny because it was effectively paradise! Hong Kong was certainly one of the biggest culture changes I experienced, but it didn't 'Wow' me as much as Singapore. Singapore and Dubai especially, are often described as 'sci-fi cities'. I guess I like that kind of feel. Modern, unique and almost futuristic feeling places. Los Angeles comes in at 7th. Hollywood was an experience I won't forget...it's very easy to get lost in the feel of the place... However, it's not quite as glamorous as you'd expect. Yes, there was poverty everywhere... But there were a lot of crack heads here. Also, a lot of try-hards thinking they had what it takes to "make it". The people were my least favourite out of every place I went to. Auckland is in 6th place despite a short stop. I wish I had more time and money to spend here, so I could explore the little outer islands nearby. It's a lovely place Auckland and New Zealand certainly has much more for me to see.
So the top 5 starts with Dubai. A very unique and visually impressive place. Everything is luxurious. I stayed in the old Dubai which was a massive contrast to the touristy, 5 star part of the city. I enjoyed that contrast because it meant I saw the real Dubai I guess. Before it's partial transformation into a spectacular, grand place. Sydney comes in at 4th. Sydney really is a 'harbour city'. My favourite places were circular quay and darling habour which define what Sydney is about. It was one of my favourite places to just relax and take it in. Manly beach was one of my favourite memories too. In 3rd place is New York. New York reminded me of London in many ways. It's a very vibrant, busy place. You feel very small in New York but at the same time you almost feel slightly important walking the streets. It has a real personality as a place, probably because of it's great history. The views from the empire state were really something else... Singapore loses out to San Francisco in 2nd. Singapore is a place like nowhere else. It is a beautiful place and incredibly clean and safe. I've never been to a place so immaculate and pristine. It was like walking through an artificial city. The Marina Bay Sands resort and mall, with the Singapore river and the Singapore Flyer are phenomenal. But just as incredible was the botanic gardens. I'm not a lover of plants and agriculture but it really was amazing and I won't forget it.
But San Francisco was a clear, clear winner for me. I have fallen in love with it. I miss it already and I wish I was still there. If I had to move anywhere tomorrow, it would be there. In fact, I even might in later life. I won't bang on about it anymore than I have previously, but San Francisco left a real mark on me.
Overall, I will never forget my experience traveling. I'm glad I went to all the destinations I chose and I am glad I got to see a lot of the world rather than just one part. It has certainly created a passion to travel and I really hope I am able to return to some of these places, as well as discover new ones as soon as possible!
So the top 5 starts with Dubai. A very unique and visually impressive place. Everything is luxurious. I stayed in the old Dubai which was a massive contrast to the touristy, 5 star part of the city. I enjoyed that contrast because it meant I saw the real Dubai I guess. Before it's partial transformation into a spectacular, grand place. Sydney comes in at 4th. Sydney really is a 'harbour city'. My favourite places were circular quay and darling habour which define what Sydney is about. It was one of my favourite places to just relax and take it in. Manly beach was one of my favourite memories too. In 3rd place is New York. New York reminded me of London in many ways. It's a very vibrant, busy place. You feel very small in New York but at the same time you almost feel slightly important walking the streets. It has a real personality as a place, probably because of it's great history. The views from the empire state were really something else... Singapore loses out to San Francisco in 2nd. Singapore is a place like nowhere else. It is a beautiful place and incredibly clean and safe. I've never been to a place so immaculate and pristine. It was like walking through an artificial city. The Marina Bay Sands resort and mall, with the Singapore river and the Singapore Flyer are phenomenal. But just as incredible was the botanic gardens. I'm not a lover of plants and agriculture but it really was amazing and I won't forget it.
But San Francisco was a clear, clear winner for me. I have fallen in love with it. I miss it already and I wish I was still there. If I had to move anywhere tomorrow, it would be there. In fact, I even might in later life. I won't bang on about it anymore than I have previously, but San Francisco left a real mark on me.
Overall, I will never forget my experience traveling. I'm glad I went to all the destinations I chose and I am glad I got to see a lot of the world rather than just one part. It has certainly created a passion to travel and I really hope I am able to return to some of these places, as well as discover new ones as soon as possible!
