places to go in the last 17 weeks of 2015

Compared to its luxury obsessed neighbors like Dubai and Abu Dhabi, Muscat is relatively modest. But what it lacks in superlatives and excessive glitz, it makes up for with a beautiful coastline and ancient charms. Plus, Oman remains captivatingly safe, despite the current political environment.?For timid explorers, consider the?Shangri La Barral Jissah Resort, which offers a variety of fine dining restaurants on site. ?",12.jpg,Places to Go in the Last 17 Weeks of 2026 4209,Mexico City,Densely populated?Mexico City?is a rising foodie hot spot, with numerous epicurean events throughout the year, including the upcoming?Wine & Food Festival.?For those more interested in art and history, the Aztec Empires ancient pyramids in?Teotihuacan?are just a stone throws away, as is the former home and current museum dedicated to?Frida Kahlo. ?",13.jpg,Places to Go in the Last 17 Weeks of 2027 4210,Losinj Croatia,This tiny Croatian Island of 7,500 residents sits in the northern Adriatic Sea, connected to the outside world by an even tinier bridge.?Visit for its stunning cerulean waters and charming atmosphere, and stay at the newly opened, former grand residence?Boutique Hotel Alhambra.

This miniscule island sitting about 1,200 miles off the southeast coast of Africa is home to soft white sands and barely touched aquamarine waters.?Kick back and relax at the luxurious?St. Regis Mauritius?with a refreshing cocktail, or get your heart pumping with some epic kitesurfing. ?",15.jpg,Places to Go in the Last 17 Weeks of 2029 4212,Congo,The Okapi Wildlife Reserve is home to some of the most threatened species of primates and birds, as well as about 5,000 of the 30,000 okapi surviving in the wild.?Plan an adventure to this breathtaking landscape to see waterfalls on the Ituri and Epulu rivers, while keeping your eyes peeled for the traditional nomadic pygmy Mbuti and Efe hunters.

The opportunity to eat a plate of authentic char kway teow (flat rice noodles) is reason enough to visit Singapore. But the fact that its botanic gardens are an important center for science, research and the conservation of the famous rubber plant dont hurt either.