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Dollars are dipping and pounds are precarious. But shaky economies can be a boon for budget travelers, as destinations and accommodations race to offer incentives such as gas cards, car rentals and specials to entice reluctant visitors.

Forgo dollar-chomping destinations and look both closer to home and farther away. Traveling strategically is key—make the most of your money and recession-proof your R&R time:

• Optforoff-seasonoroff-peakstays

• Don’tgosolo—travelwithfriendsorfamilyandsharecosts

• Bookearlyandlockinprices,soasnottobethwartedbyexchanged fluctuations

• Lookforroomswithkitchens,complimentarybreakfastsandmanager’s happy hour buffets

• Shopforcurrencybeforeleaving

• Downloadtokens,specialsandcouponsinadvance

• Buyvisitorcardsortransitpassesbeforeyougo

• Splurgeonairfarebuteconomizeonfoodandlodging

• Avoiddowntowndiningandexplorecheapereatinginotherneighborhoods

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1. BellagioFountains,LasVegas,Nevada

2. ArlingtonNationalCemetery,Arlington,Virginia

3. Waimea Canyon, Waimea, Hawaii

4. GoldenGateBridge,SanFrancisco,California

5. Angel’sLanding,ZionNationalPark,Utah

6. U.S.S.ArizonaMemorial,Honolulu,Hawaii

7. PacificCoastHighway,Route1,California

8. U.S.HolocaustMemorialMuseum,Washington,D.C.

9. FreedomTrail,Boston,Massachusetts

10. CentralPark,NewYork,NewYork

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� HOMESTEAD AUSTIN / ARBORETUM9100 Waterford Centre Blvd. 1 512 837 6677 | $80

� AUSTIN MOTEL1220 S. Congress Ave. 1 512 441 1157 | $80 - $100

� HYATT PLACE AUSTIN7522 North IH-35 1 512 323 2121 | $89 – 130

� EXTENDED STAYAMERICA AUSTIN - NORTHWEST13858 N US Highway 183 1 512 258 3365 | $90

� HAMPTON INN & SUITES AUSTIN CEDAR PARK – LAKELINE10811 Pecan Park Blvd. 1 512 249 0045 | $93 – 109

� COMFORT SUITES DOWNTOWN SOUTH1701 E. St. Elmo Road 1 512 444 6630 | $100

� WYNDHAM GARDEN HOTEL AND WOODWARD CONFERENCE CENTER3401 South IH35 1 512 448 2444 | $110

� OMNI AUSTIN AT SOUTH PARK4140 Governors Row 1 512 448 2222 | $120

� SPIDER HOUSE PATIO BAR & CAFE2908 Fruth St. 1 512 480 9562 | $3 - $7

� KERBEY LANE CAFE2111 Dickson Dr. 1 512 447 3767 | $5.50 – 12

� AUSTIN BATSCongress Bridge Admission free

� LYNDON BAINES JOHNSON LIBRARY AND MUSEUM2313 Red River St. 1 512 721 0200 | Admission free

“Austinisaveryinformalcity:Laid-back,butenergetic.Down-homebutcultured.Sophisticatedbutfunky.You’llfinditallhere.Austinisthe‘live-musiccapitaloftheworld,’withtheSouth-by-SouthwestandtheAustinCityLimitsmusicfestseveryyear.Aperennial‘BestPlacetoLive’winner,it’s also a great place to visit, offering a range of attractions, activities and friendly locals. The shopping, restaurants and nightlife offer world-class appeal with a Texas feel. Austin has a free trolley system called the ‘Dillo(shortforarmadillo!)thatrunsroutesarounddowntownandtheUniversityofTexasarea.”—TripAdvisorMembers,Texas

AUSTIN, TEXAS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

� MARQUIS OF DUFFERIN SEASIDE INNThe Marine Drive, Port Dufferin 1 902 654 2696 | $65 - $80

� VOYAGEUR MOTELMain Street, Route # 1, Yarmouth 1 800 565 5026 | $72

� SMUGGLERS COVE INN139 Montague St., Lunenburg 1 902 634 7500 | $80 – 134

� MERSEY RIVER CHALETSRR # 2, Caledonia, Queens County 1 902 682 2443 | $84

� ANTIGONISH EVERGREEN INN295 Hawthorne Street, Antigonish 1 902 863 0830 | $88

� SILVER DART LODGE257 Shore Road, Baddeck, Cape Breton Island, 1 902 295 2340 | $89 – 130

� HAMPTON INN & SUITES HALIFAX - DARTMOUTH65 Cromarty Drive, Dartmouth 1 902 406 7700 | $122

� COMFORT INN560 Bedford Hwy., Halifax 1 902 463 9900 | $125

� MAGNOLIA’S GRILL128 Montague St., Lunenburg 1 902 634 3287 | $5 - $11

� MCCURDY’S DINING ROOM257 Shore Road, Baddeck, Cape Breton Island, 1 902 295 2340 | $5 – 21

� CABOT TRAILCape Breton Island 1 902 224 2306 | Admission to Cape Breton Highlands National Park $6.50 per adult | $16.50 per family

� HALIFAX PUBLIC GARDENSSpring Garden and S. Park Streets, Halifax1 902 446 4232 | Admission free

“Quainttowns,scenicviews,shorthikesandhistoricsites.NovaScotiahassomanyareasthatfitthatbill,it’shardtoknowwheretostart.”Asampleitinerary:“WedrovetheLighthouseRouteandstoppedateverytownalongtheway.MahoneBayandChesterweremagnificent.Lunenbergwasjustbeautiful.Halifaxwasgreat.We came home exhausted, but happy with the conclusion that NovaScotiaisabeautifulplacetovisitwiththefriendliestpeople!”The best part? “Regardless of your budget and personal tastes, accommodationsareendless.”—TripAdvisorMembers

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� LAS GOLONDRINASTinoco y Palacios 411 52 951 514 2095 | $37

� HOTEL AZUCENASCalle Prof M Aranda 203 1 800 882 6089 | $50

� LAS MARIPOSASPino Suarez 517, Col. Centro 52 951 515 5854 | $50

� BAHIA DE LA LUNAPlaya La Boquilla 52 958 589 5020 | $50

� HOSTAL DE LA NORIAAv. Hidalgo 918, Col. Centro 52 951 501 5400 | $70 – 150

� PARADOR SAN MIGUELIndependencia 503, Col. Centro 52 951 514 9331| $74 – 107

� HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS CENTRO HISTORICO OAXACADiaz Quintas 115 Col. Centro 52 951 512 9200 | $99

� MARQUES DEL VALLEPortal de Claveria S N Centro, P.O. Box 35 52 951 514 0688 | $136

� LA OLLAReforma No. 402-1, Col. Centro, 52 951 516 6668 | $5

� VIEJA LIRAPino Suarez 100 52 951 516 1122 | $7 – 14

� MONTE ALBÁN52 951 516 1215 Admission $3; Guided Tour $15

� MITLASan Pablo Villa de Mitla, Accessible by busAdmission $2

“ThevariousindigenouscivilizationsinOaxaca,fusedwithSpanishandotherEuropeaninfluences,havecreatedavibrantMestizoculture that places great emphasis on the arts. The richness and quality of local hand-made crafts attract many visitors to the city. The various products, such as leatherwork, tin ware, pottery, textiles,tapestriesandjewelry,allreflectthehistoryandtraditionsofOaxacanpeople.InOaxacatherearehotelsandB&Bstomeetvirtually every budget, from $10 a night hostels to hotels well over $100,andeverythinginbetween.”—TripAdvisorMembers

OAXACA, MEXICO . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

� HOTEL TERRASOLAvenida Barricada, Antiguo Teatro Colonial 75 Varas al Sur 505 2552 8825 | $30 - $40

� LA ISLITADe la Alcaldía 2 Cuadras al Lago 1 y 1/2 al Sur 505 2552 7473 | $50 – 75

� HOTEL CON CORAZONCalle Santa Lucia 141 505 2552 8852 | $65

� HOTEL PATIO DEL MALINCHECalle Caimito, de Alacaldia 2 1/2c. al lago 505 2552 2235 | $72

� HOTEL COLONIALDel Parque Central 505 2552 7299 | $82

� LA GRAN FRANCIA Esquina Sureste del Parque Central 505 2552 6002 | $90 – 100

� HOTEL DARIOCalle La Calzada, Del Parque 1 cuadra al lago505 2552 3400 | $100

� HOTEL PLAZA COLONIn front of Parque Central 505 2552 8489 | $105

� NECTARCalle La Calzada 505 552 6095 | $1 – 7

� EL JARDIN DE ORIONAvenida El Palenque, 505 2552 1220 | $5 - $10

� MOMBACHO VOLCANOMombacho Volcano Natural Reserve 505 2552 5858 | Tour $5 - $10

� ANTIGUO CONVENTO SAN FRANCISCOCalle Corral 505 2552 5535 | Admission $2

“Granadaisanamazingplacetovisit:Theculture,architecture,historyandnightlifeareamazing.Inaddition,youcan’tbeattheprices.”There’snoendtoactivitiesfortheintrepidtraveler.“HikeMombachoVolcanofromnearthesummit, then come back down for the canopy tour. Kayak with a guide among theIsletasofGranada.RoundthisoutwithvisitstoMasayaArtisans’marketandCatarinaatLagunaApoyo.AlsothemuseumofConventoSanFranciscoisworthastop.”Andsaveyourcórdobasontransportation:“Onceyou’reinGranada,youcanwalktoeveryplaceintown.”—TripAdvisorMembers

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� HOTEL KAOBACalle Principal 1 809 571 0300 | $64

� CASA BLANCA HOTEL113 Main St., Cabarete 1 809 571 0934 | $31 - $42

� HOTEL ALEGRIACallejon de los Perez 1 809 571 0455 | $48

� EXTREME HOTELCarretera Sosua - Cabarete km 10.5 1 809 571 0880 | $55

� KITE BEACH HOTELKite Beach, Carretera Sosua 1 809 571 0878 | $72

� VELERO BEACH RESORTCalle la Punta # 1 1 809 571 9727 | $102

� VILLA TAINAApartado Postal 337 1 809 571 0722 | $68

� TROPICAL CASA LAGUNA BEACH CLUBMain Road 1 809 571 0725 | $134

� MARTINI’S BEACH BAR AND GRILLCabarete East, Cabarete 1 809 915 8815 | Happy Hour Menu $2.80

� ALEGRIA BISTROHotel Alegria, Between Velero and Sans Souci 1 809 571 0455 | $4 – 15

� KITE BEACHCarretera Sosua Admission free

� CABARETE CAVES,El Choco National Park Park fee $1.50, Tour $2 - $5

In the Dominican Republic, a multitude of natural habitats are waiting tobeexplored.“TheNorthCoastisbusyandactive,withgreatbeachesandaffordableresorts.SosuaandCabaretearegreatlittletowns where you can experience the local culture. Cabarete is a windsurfer’sparadise.Constantbreezesattractpeoplefromalloverthe world, and the waves are incredible. There are many budget hotels or condos where you can make your own food and have dinner under thestarsrightonthebeach.”—TripAdvisorMember,Freehold,N.J.

CABARETE, DOMINICAN REPUBLIC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

� OKI DOKI HOSTELpl. Dabrowskiego 3 48 22 826 5112 | $18 per bed, no breakfast; $75 per room with private bath

� SOFITEL VICTORIAUl. Krolewska 11 48 22 6578011 | $123

� CAMPANILE VARSOVIEul Towarowa 2 48 22 582 72 00 | $77

� MERCURE GRANDSt. Krucza 28 1 800 221 4542 | $102

� JAN III SOBIESKI HOTELPlac Artura Zawiszy 1 48 22 579 10 00 | $113

� HETMAN HOTELul Klopotowskiego 36 48 22 511 98 00 | $94

� HOTEL REYTANRejtana 6 48 22 201 65 00 | $96

� CASTLE INNul Swietojanska 2 | $114

� NONSOLO PIZZAGrojecka 20c 48 22 824 12 73 | $3 – 7

� PIEROGARNIABednarska 28/30 48 22 828 03 92 | $3.50 – 6.50

� OLD TOWN(Stare Miasto) Admission free

� WARSAW RISING MUSEUMul. Grzybowska 79 48 22 539 79 05 | Admission $0.65 – 1.65

“Publictransportischeap,quickandgoeseverywhereinWarsaw,”so getting around is easy and fun. “A short bus ride will take you to LazienkiKrólewskie,ahugeparkwithacastle,monuments,andlakes.”TheOldTownoffersopportunitiesforbothpeople-watchingand exploring the many historic sights of the city. “Go for a cheap ice cream and then walk the streets before settling down for a lovely Polishbeeronaswingingbarbench—yousitonthemandrocktoyourheart’scontent!”—TripAdvisorMembers

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� RIVERTIME RESORT AND ECOLODGENam Ngum River, Vientiane 856 20 5513672 | $8 dorm lodging; $28 room

� HOTEL KHAMVONGSAKhun Bu Lum Road, Ban Vat Chan 856 21 223257 | $30 – 37

� CHANTHAPANYA HOTELNo.138, Norkeokoummarn Rd., Van Mixay, Chanthabouli District 856 21 244 284 | $37

� KHAMPIANE HOTELHengboun Road, No 059, Unit 15, Chanthabouly District 856 21 241616 | $40

� HOTEL DAY INN 059/3 Pangkham Rd. Unite 1 Ban Sisaket 856 21 222985 | $45 – 50

� BEAU RIVAGE MEKONG HOTELFa Ngum Road, Ban Seetarn Neua 856 021 243350 | $57

� CITY INN VIENTIANERue Pangkham 856 21 218 333 | $60

� GREEN PARK BOUTIQUE HOTEL248 Khouvieng Road, Ban. Nongchanch 856 21 264097 | $120 – 175

� KUA LAO141 Samsenthai Road, Vientiane 856 21 215777 | $2 - $10

� LE SILAPA17/1 Sihom Road 856 21 219689 | $5 – 13

� COOPERATIVE ORTHOTIC AND PROSTHETIC ENTERPRISE (COPE)Boulevard Khouvieng, National Rehabilitation Centre, Vientiane 856 21 218427 | Admission free; Donations accepted

� BUDDHA PARK (XIANG KHOUAN)Southeast of Vientiane, accessible by Bus 14Admission $0.50 – 1

“Budgetbackpackersareplentiful”inLaos,particularlyinLuangPrabang,“aworldheritagecitywherethere’sanoldRoyalPalaceandmanyWatsinwhichyou’llseeLaohistoryandculture.There’samarketeverynight,withmanyhandmadeandinexpensiveitems.”Becauseitissopopular,“youwillhavetopayforit.”Sotrysomethingdifferent:“IfyouwanttoseerealLaoculture,gowhereLaopeoplelive,notonlytothetouristareas.YoucangotoLaorestaurants,templesandhistoricplaces.Laopeoplearefriendly.”Insmallervillagesoffthebeatentrack,“youcangetthesamethingforless.”—TripAdvisorMembers

VIENTIANE, LAOS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

� ISIS HOTEL33B Ramsis 20 2 2578 1895 | $26 – 40

� INVITATION HOTEL11 Ramsis St., Abdelmonem Riyad Square 20 2 2576 8001 | $28 – 34

� HOTEL LONGCHAMPS21 Ismail Muhammad, Zamalek 202 2735 2311 12 | $30

� WINDSOR HOTEL CAIRO19 Alfi Bey St. 20 2 2591 5810 | $46 – 67

� OSIRIS HOTEL49 Nubar, Bab el Louk | $52

� HAVANA HOTEL26 Syria St, Mohandseen 202 3749 0758 | $72

� CONCORDE EL SALAM HOTEL65 Abdel Hamid Badawi St. 20 2 2622 6000 | $100 – 160

� THE KARVIN HOTEL11 Ebeid, Off El Nozha St., Heliopolis 202 2690 6453 | $102

� EGYPTIAN PANCAKE HOUSEMidan Hussein, Khan el-Khalili | $1 - $3

� CORTIGIANO44 Michel Bakhoum St. 20 2 3336 0620 | $5 – 10

� KHAN AL-KHALILIal-Azhar Street Admission free

� SAQQARA (SAKKARA) PYRAMIDSEl Maryouteya Road | Admission free; transportation or guided tours vary

“Egyptisverycheap.”Thoughit’s“nottoohardonyourbudget,itiseasytooverspendbuyingallthebargains.”Cairoishometonumerous archaeological and historic sites, some more affordable thanothers.“Entrancefeescanbecomeexpensive,soyouhavetobeselective.YoucanhavealotoffunjustwalkinginIslamicCairoandmarketareas—thiscanbeaverycheapday.Usinghostelswillmakeyourvisitquiteinexpensive.EspeciallyindowntownCairo,therearealotofoptions.”—TripAdvisorMembers

CAIRO, EGYPT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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� INKARRI HOTELCollacalle 204 51 84 242692 | $40

� NINOS HOTELCalle Meloc 442 | $45

� AMARU HOSTALCuesta San Blas 541 51 84 223521 | $45

� HOSTAL MARANICarmen Alto 194 51 84 249462 | $47

� HOTEL EL ROSALCalle Casccaparo 116, San Pedro 51 84 257536 | $60

� HOTEL TORRE DORADACalle Los Cipreses N-5, Residencial Huancaro51 84 241698 | $85

� HOTEL AGUSTO’SHipolito Unanue 155, Distrito de Wanchaq51 14 953566 | $86

� HOTEL TAYPIKALA CUSCOCalle Ahuacpinta 625 1 800 790 2961 | $90

� GRANJA HEIDICuesta San Blas 525 51 84 238383 | $2.50 – 8

� EL GUSTO ES NUESTROTecsecocha 420 51 84 255060 | $8 - $10

� PRE-COLUMBIAN ART MUSEUMPlaza de las Nazarenas 51 84 233210 | Admission $6.50 Adult; $5. Student

� IGLESIA DE SANTO DOMINGOAvenida El Sol and Calle Santo Domingo, Koricancha | Admission free

High up in the Andes, the city of Cusco is a dense blend of ancient and modern cultures. With so much to see and do, save money and purchase the boleto turístico: “You’ll get one free entrance to 16 selectedattractions;thepassisvalidfor10days.”Youcan“seethebestofCuscoonfoot.UsethePlazadeArmasasahomebase.It’sboththeoldcenterofthecityandthecurrentcenterofactivity.”If the hills get to be too much, “taxis are very cheap. To travel anywhereinCusco,ataxicoststwosoles.”—TripAdvisorMembers

CUSCO, PERU . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

� TREKS BACKPACKERS1278 Haupapa St. 64 7 349 4088 | $12 - $18 per bed; $36 - $41 per room

� ASCOT ON FENTON247 Fenton St. 64 7 348 7712 | $58

� IBIS ROTORUALake End Rangiuru Street 64 7 346 3999 | $62

� UNION VICTORIA MOTOR LODGE26-30 Victoria St. 64 7 348 1050 | $69 – 82

� SIX ON UNION6 Union St., Glenholme 64 7 347 8062 | $72

� BEST WESTERN BRAESIDE RESORT4 Barnard Road 64 7 347 9497 | $72

� TE NGAE COUNTRY LODGE54 State Highway 33 64 7 345 4153 | $89

� NOVOTEL ROTORUA LAKESIDELake End Tutanekai Street 64 7 34 6388 | $107

� FAT DOG CAFÉ & BAR1161 Arawa St. 64 7 347 7586 | $5 - $12

� RELISH1149 Tutanekai St. 64 7 343 9195 | $6 – 21

� KUIRAU PARKRanolf Street and Lake Road 64 7 348 4199 | Admission free

� LAKE TARAWERA’S HOT WATER BEACHTe Rata Bay, Lake Tarawera 64 7 348 3610 | Admission free; permits for vehicles, animals, etc. from $1.65

“TourismcapitalandMaoriculturalcenterfortheNorthIsland,Rotoruais a city like no other. At 900 feet above sea level and boasting 16 freshwater lakes within 20 minutes of the city, a fantastic museum, more hotel,motelandbackpackerbedsthananyothercityinNewZealandandahostofactivities,thereistrulysomethingforeveryone.Itreallyjustdepends on what you want. For scenery, not only are there lakes, but forest trails, scenic gardens and of course the thermal areas. For those on a budget, bubbling mud can be seen for free at either Government GardensorKuirauPark.”—TripAdvisorMember,Rotorua

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“Plan ahead for hotels and trains. When doing your research, look for hotels that are in sight of the train station. This eliminates the taxi to and from the hotel—it’s very nicetobeabletosay,‘Nothanks,Icanseemyhotelfromhere.’”—TripAdvisorMember,Tucson,Ariz.

“If you don’t want to spend too much for a show, you can ask the theater’s box officefor‘StandingRoomOnly’tickets”or‘Rush’ticketsforlessmoney.Orskip the big shows: “Check out some of the local theaters and keep an open mind. The experienceispriceless!”—TripAdvisorMembers

“Whenyou’relookingforahotel”inamajortourist city, “extend your search area. You’llfindmorehotelchoicesthatmaysavesomeofyourvacationbudget.”Also,“eatand drink a little outside of the main tourist areas—it’scheaperandmoretraditional!”—TripAdvisorMembers

“Stretch out your $$ by doing a couple of picnic lunches. The wine and dine can add up fast! You may consider bringing a cooler and hitting the local grocery for picnic items and bottled water. A bottle of wine purchased for what a glass costs at a restaurantisjustasgoodwhilewatchingthesunsetinanicecourtyard.”—TripAdvisorMember,SanFernando,Calif.

Manyrestaurantswillallowyoutobring your own wine. “Bring a bottle and stretch yourbudget!”—TripAdvisorMember,Napa,Calif.

“Forsavingmoneyontouristattractions,”look for multiple-day or multiple-attraction passes.Often“youcanskipticket lineups and get discounts or free admissiontomanyattractionsandplaces.”—TripAdvisorMember,Vancouver,BritishColumbia

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Don’t “spend big bucks on a fancy hotel, when all you’re doing is sleeping there. You can save a lot of money by staying at a no-frillsbudgethotel.”Hostels,pensions,B&Bsand campgrounds can also provide budget-friendlyoptions.—TripAdvisorMember,Memphis,Tenn.

“Don’t pay full price for anything until you check out the millions of coupons,”oftenavailableonlineorattourist information centers, “for darn near everything from dining to helicopter tours.”—TripAdvisorMember,Lancaster,England

Don’t go during peak times or seasons . “The price of hotel rooms triples or more at the weekend so stay during the week instead. You’ll get the same great service androomatafractionoftheprice.”Also,

“the low season can be a highlight if you’re lookingforacozygetaway.Hotelpricesare usually greatly reduced and the scene is quiet.“—TripAdvisorMembers

“Don’t be persuaded to spend loads of money on sightseeing tours, when you can doyourownthingquiteeasily.Publictransportis cheap—you’ll save a fortune! And it’s more fun.”—TripAdvisorMembers

Don’t get scammed out of your hard-earned money! “Beware the touts, no matter how helpful and well presented they are. There are so many scams, and some of them could land you in serious and very expensivelegalproblems.”—TripAdvisorMember,Bangkok

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TOP 10 Free European Attractions 1.Pantheon,Rome,Italy

2.NationalGallery,London,England

3.MuseumoftheJewelleryQuarter,Birmingham,England

4.NotreDameCathedral,Paris,France

5.St.MichaelandSt.GudulaCathedral,Brussels,Belgium

6.Duomo-CathedralofSantaMariadelFiore,Florence,Italy

7.RetiroPark,Madrid,Spain

8.WestminsterAbbey,London,England

9.St.Mark’sBasilica,Venice,Italy

10.Giant’sCauseway,Bushmills,NorthernIreland

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