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Paros – destination dupe for Santorini
A hidden gem of the Aegean, Paros is a place of beautiful, secluded bays and the most delicious seafood. It’s also gained a reputation for being one of the friendliest of the Greek islands.
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Perth – destination dupe for Sydney
Perth is the largest city in Western Australia, but its vibrant street art scene and abundance of creative restaurants give it a village feel. It also combines soft sandy beaches with pretty parks.
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Palermo – destination dupe for Lisbon
In the inspiration stakes, you can’t beat Sicily’s capital, Palermo. Dramatic scenery provides a beautiful backdrop for a heady mix of grand design and irresistible grittiness.
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Liverpool – destination dupe for London
Everyone loves London, but don’t overlook Liverpool in the north west of England. Famously, this is the hometown of The Beatles, and the cultural legacy is alive and well in the city today.
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Curaçao – destination dupe for St. Martin
This Dutch Caribbean island is known for its blissful beaches and expansive coral reefs that teem with marine life, but also for the beautifully bold architecture in its capital, Willemstad.
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Quebec City – destination dupe for Geneva
Set your sights further afield than Switzerland and head for Quebec City in Canada, full of cobbled streets and architectural masterpieces (the city itself is a UNESCO World Heritage Site).
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Memphis – destination dupe for Nashville
The beat of blues music on Beale Street, the sweet scent of smoky pork ribs, the lure of fascinating history: Memphis has got it all for an authentic trip through American history.
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Taipei – destination dupe for Seoul
Friendly and vibrant, the capital city of Taiwan blends Chinese culture with Japanese, American and Southeast Asian influences, luring travellers with a kaleidoscope of cultural intrigue.
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Sapporo – destination dupe for Zermatt
Sapporo is located in Hokkaido, Japan’s northernmost island. With ski slopes, neon nightlife and a thriving food scene, it’s a popular winter destination.
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Pattaya – destination dupe for Bangkok
Just 150km southeast of Bangkok, Pattaya was historically known as a city for nightlife, but there’s a rapidly growing family-friendly scene in this beautiful city and its nearby beaches.
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