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US News & World Report Ranks Best Vacations
It's time for summer vacation, and we're pretty sure we could use a long week at the beach. Thanks to U.S. News & World Report, we now know the most statistically sound places to maximize our oh-so-precious vacation time, sorted by region.The new rankings identify the top vacation spots based on a methodology that combines expert and consumer opinions. They reflect how strongly a destination is recommended by travel experts and U.S. News Travel website users.
According to the survey, Bali, Kauai and the Seychelles take the top awards for "Best Beaches" while Barcelona, Paris and Berlin rank on top for Best European Vacations. Within the U.S., Yellowstone, New York City and Washington, D.C., are the most coveted destinations.
In total, more than 200 destinations were considered in the current rankings, and this marks the first time the publication has ranked the "Best" list on a global scale.
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mike lyons Jul 25th 2012 7:39PM
Aloha from downtown Hanalei! our little lush isle has been bustling all summer! It continues to attract every type of guests from around the world. I love to accommodate the special requests, unique itineraries design(always allowing for spontaneity...), but mostly just to allow everyone to savor our island for the same reasons we live here! I've had the privilege lately to coordinate an intimate wedding on a plush estate with a valley water fall as backdrop, helped a last minute family find a vacation rental with shoreline access, arrange a beachside dinner for guests visiting off an anchored yacht, escorting a group of 20 down to
Hanakapiai beach to name a few. Its all about kokua"being of gracious service" and kahiau"selfless generosity" to ensure genuine moments of enjoyment while here! http://www.Kauaistyleconcierge.com lives the pulse of the island as we are born and raised and cherish presenting exceptional and personalized Kauai experiences. Mahalo and a hui ho! love to assist anyone with concerns, questions, vacation rentals, real estate interests, or just to "talk story"