TripAdvisor just published the winners of its 2012 Travellers’ Choice Awards for Best Destinations in the World, as awarded by millions of travellers. You can see the full list of top destinations here …

http://www.tripadvisor.ca/TravelersChoice-Destinations-cTop-g1

The top 10 travel destinations for 2012 are:

London, United Kingdom
New York City, New York
Rome, Italy
Paris, France
San Francisco, California
Marrakech, Morocco
Istanbul, Turkey
Barcelona, Spain
Siem Reap, Cambodia
Berlin, Germany

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Step aboard a 42-foot yacht for a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to witness the sailing events at the London 2012 Olympic Games. A limited number of Weymouth charter boats have been granted permission for spectator viewing during this historic event — and you could be on one of them, courtesy of Orange Tree Events, for £195 per person.

You would normally have to charter a whole boat from £1450 for a full day for this experience.

This exciting 8-hour sailing trip includes breakfast on arrival, with your choice of a Danish pastry or bacon roll, plus soft drinks and tea and coffee throughout the day.

You will board the yacht at Weymouth Harbour at 9am for breakfast and a safety briefing, then sail out to sea for the first few hours and get the opportunity to take the wheel and help the crew with manoeuvres. You will then return to the inner shore to motor or anchor around the Olympic sailing areas to watch the races.

After the events, you will head back out to sea for the afternoon, returning to Weymouth Harbour at around 5:30pm.

On return you will get the opportunity to visit the free beach sports arena and festival areas nearby.

This historic event is exclusively available to Travelzoo subscribers, daily, from 29 July-6 August.

Buy Now … http://www.travelzoo.com/uk/local-deals/Dorset/Other/17029

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Vacations aren’t just for vegging out anymore. Many travelers, serious about returning home with more than memories and a tan, expect to increase their knowledge while on the road. How to do it on a budget? “Try a hostel — they’re more than just cheap accommodations,” says Niamh Ni Mhir, director of marketing at hostelworld.com, which lists more than 9,000 hostel properties in 155 countries around the world. “So many of today’s hostels provide guests with the opportunity to engage with local communities and learn more about their culture and customs.” Here, Ni Mhir shares with USA TODAY’s Shawn Sell hostels where you can learn skills by day and still get an inexpensive night’s sleep.

Waidroka Bay Surf & Dive Resort 
Coral Coast, Fiji

“Waidroka (translation: fresh spring water) Bay on Viti Levu, Fiji’s largest island, gets its name from the spring creek which flows through the surrounding rain forest. Not far from the resort is Sunset Reef, which offers unforgettable snorkeling and diving. This hostel/dive school on the bay offers fully certified PADI (Professional Association of Diving Instructors) courses.” 011-679-330-4605; waidroka.com

The Arts Factory Backpackers Lodge
Byron Bay, Australia

Whether you stay in the lodge’s tepees, wagons or dorms, there’s a lot to learn at this secluded 5-acre tropical haven. “The lodge runs various workshops where you can make and play a didgeridoo (long wooden flute), learn African and Caribbean rhythms, massage, life drawing or try your hand at twirling fire (pyrotechnic dancing).” 011-61-2-6685-7709; artsfactory.com/au

Seven Suns 
Chiang Mai, Thailand

Just a few minutes’ walk from the city’s nightlife, “Seven Suns offers guests a one-day Thai cooking course from Smart Thai Cooking School, where you can learn how to make authentic Thai-style fried noodles, chicken in coconut milk and other local delights.” 011-66-53-814-325; sevensuns.net

Hôme Youth Hostel
Valencia, Spain

“According to the International Student Travel Confederation, nearly 30% of young travelers learn a language during their travels. So, when in Spain, learn Spanish. The Hôme hostel offers all-in-one packages which include both intensive courses and accommodation.” 011-34-9639-16229; likeathome.net

Rocky Mountain Inn & Hostel 
Fraser, Colorado, USA.

“Here at the youth hostel, accommodations (many rooms are private) are as reasonable as the ski instruction in Winter Park Ski Resort, just 20 minutes away via free shuttle bus. Choose from all-in-one packages (ski-pass/gear/lesson) for beginners or intermediate skiers.” 866-467-8351; therockymountaininn.com

K2 — The Killary Centre
Leenane, Connemara, Galway, Ireland

Combining great accommodations and adventure with terrific Western Ireland views, “Killary is a full-service hostel where you can learn how to kayak or rock-climb. There’s also archery instruction as well as skeet shooting (must be over 18).” 011-353-95-43411; killary.com

The Secret Garden
Quito, Ecuador

“Conveniently located down a cobbled street in central Quito, this colonial hostel offers Spanish lessons conducted by qualified teachers who not only teach in classrooms, but also bring students into the city for tours and to learn the city’s history in Spanish.” 011-593-2-295-6704; secretgardenquito.com

Hostel-Inn Tango City
Buenos Aires

There’s a lot to do and see in this never-sleep city. “Not only will you be treated to pleasant surroundings in San Telmo, Buenos Aires’ historical quarter, but you can also learn how to dance. Salsa classes, held every Wednesday at the hostel, are free and very popular.” 011-54-11-4300-5764; hostel-inn.com

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Just a short ferry ride from Seattle, explore Bainbridge Island, the Kitsap and Olympic peninsulas in spectacular Washington State. Surrounded by mountains with water in every direction, you’ll find an eclectic collection of communities including artsy and rural Bainbridge Island.

Travelling in a luxury mini-coach, the tours take in Suquamish, the home of the Suquamish tribe and burial place of Chief Seattle; Poulsbo, little Norway on fjord-like Liberty Bay, Port Gamble, an historic timber town with its roots in New England and the world renowned Bloedel Reserve, a 150 acre estate garden. Soak up the history and heritage, there are museums for every interest.
Kitsap Tours owners Jim and Jean Boyle would love to show you their beautiful and historic island. So join one of their day or half-day tours, or let them help you plan your own itinerary for your group, your club or your business away-day.

See more … www.kitsaptours.com

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The 11 best street foods worth blowing your diet over – lonely planet
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