6 amazing vacations to take as soon as it’s safe to travel

Feeling the urge to hop on a plane? You’re not alone. Research shows the ‘revenge travel’ trend is on the rise as homebound Canadians are starting to plan their extravagant post-vaccination vacations in foreign locales.

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From exotic adventures in scenic settings to gourmet getaways and lavish hotels, here are six unforgettable experiences to put on your international travel bucket list for when you’re ready to fly overseas.

1. Taste Italy’s best pasta
With cheap flights to Europe now available, there’s no better time to take your taste buds on a pasta pilgrimage to Italy, where you can swoon over spaghetti and go crazy for cavatelli. While delicious regional dishes can be found in trattorias across the country, the very best plates of pasta are served up at Osteria Francescana. Run by acclaimed chef Massimo Bottura, this award-winning restaurant has earned three-Michelin-stars and is consistently ranked as one of the top restaurants in the world.

2. Ride a bobsled in the Jamaican rainforest
White-sand beaches, turquoise waters, Reggae music, and the world’s best jerk chicken have made Jamaica a favourite Caribbean holiday destination, but did you know the island is also home to a thrilling ‘Cool Runnings’ inspired Bobsled track? At Mystic Mountain eco-adventure park, visitors feel the rhythm on a custom-built Rainforest Bobsled ride. The high-tech 1,000-metre track takes riders on an exhilarating journey full of twists and turns through the lush rainforest just outside Ocho Rios.

3. Enjoy a spa day at Iceland’s Blue Lagoon
Taking a soak in the mineral-rich waters of the Blue Lagoon is well-worth the airfare to Iceland. The geothermal hot springs are set amidst volcanic rocks in the heart of the Reykjanes UNESCO Geopark and are thought to have restorative healing powers. With in-water massages, a silica mud mask bar, saunas and steam rooms, and fine-dining options onsite, this otherworldly spa is a once-in-a-lifetime experience that delivers some serious relaxation.

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4. See a Broadway show in New York
Book a flight to New York to rediscover the magic of live theatre. From blockbuster Broadway musicals to quirky experimental plays, Manhattan is the place for culture vultures to take in dramatic stage shows and artistic performances. If you want to feel like a true VIP in NYC, check-in at The Plaza and soak up the opulent surroundings – you can even indulge in a pre-theatre Afternoon Tea service in the hotel’s elegant Palm Court.
 
5. Take a luxurious river cruise on the Amazon in Peru
Set sail on a five-star riverboat and get up close and personal with exotic animals and colourful flora and fauna as you navigate the heart of the Amazon Rainforest. Adventurous travellers can cruise along the Amazon River in Northern Peru while sipping Pisco Sours in well-appointed luxury vessels that offer first-class amenities and chef-led cooking classes onboard. A bucket-list attraction for nature enthusiasts, the Amazon’s biodiverse waterway is home to tropical wildlife, including fish, birds, pink dolphins, stingrays and manatees.

6. Let loose in Cancún
Ready to have some serious fun after more than a year in lockdown? Known for its warm weather, energetic beach parties and inexpensive all-inclusive resort options, Cancún the ultimate destination for party animals looking for a good time. Book a flight to Cancún for a much-needed dose of vitamin D and incomparable nightlife and entertainment options. Think nightclubs with celebrity DJs, daytime pub crawls, sunset booze cruises and even Cirque du Soleil performances.