Experts were asked to choose their top 10 vacation experiences from a list that included such options as hiking up Machu Picchu, being serenaded in a gondola in Venice and wandering the ancient ruins in Pompeii. Following the trend toward educational vacations, four of the five top picks were visits to ancient civilizations, with Egypt ranking first.
Adventure travel is also hot.
Surprisingly, many European hot spots scored low, including skiing the slopes of St. Moritz, Switzerland, viewing the Blue Grotto in Capri and running from angry bulls in Pamplona, Spain. The site offers travel deals, features from Cond Nast Traveler, advice, discussion forums, maps and photos. This fall, new features will be added, providing a more personal experience for users.