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Where do savvy travelers go to escape the crowds and experience true local culture?
Sardinia, Italy
“Sardinia stands out as a pearl of the Mediterranean.
Villehardouin’s Castle on the Peloponnese peninsula in Greece.iStockphoto/Getty Images
Sardinia captivates visitors with its exceptional cuisine, high-quality wines, and genuine traditions.
There’s so much history to uncover.
Its also not on the euro, so still a fabulous value.
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Luxury hotels include aMandarin Oriental,Amanzoe,W, andRomanos.
ABanyan Treeis opening in 2025.
The Peloponnese also boasts some of the best beaches in Greece.
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“Mina Agnos, Travelive
Madagascar
“Madagascar remains a bit of a mystery to most people.
On my last visit, we walked near a large herd of buffalo and ran into three elephants.
It’s protected by Italy on one side, and the Croatian coast on the other.
A rock formation at Ennedi Plateau in Chad.iStockphoto/Getty Images
Merchants would stop here for a safe haven to rest, trade, and restock.
And with its ideal climate, more than 1,000 plants and an array of medicinal herbs can grow here.
It’s representative of how wellness can span an entire island.
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“Kristin Chambers, D.A.
In Chad, its a privilege to see a bewitching and beautiful desert, and on such a scale.
So many Instagram-worthy images of Italy have been taken here.
My favorite towns include Lecce and Monopoli.
Bahrain also has world-class hotels and beautiful beaches, and is safe and easy to navigate.
“Stuart Rigg, Southern Crossings
