Top Travel Destinations of 2010

2010 will surely be a great year for travel enthusiasts. A lot of big events will be held in different countries around the world. Flip compiled the top events and destinations for 2010.

Lexington, Kentucky, USA (World Equestrian Games)

For horse lovers and equestrian enthusiasts, why not head to Lexington, Kentucky, USA. Lexington is known as the Horse Capital of the World where you can marvel at thoroughbreds. The 2010 games leave Europe for the first time and come to Kentucky, USA.

Tentative Schedule: September 25-October 10, 2010

Haridwar, India (Kumbh Mela 2010)

This would definitely be one of the biggest and most interesting event this 2010. The Kumbh Mela is said to be the largest religious gathering in the world and it will take place in India.

Some facts about the Kumbha Mela by Wikipedia

“The Ardh Kumbh Mela is celebrated every six years at Haridwar and Prayag, while the Purna (complete) Kumbh always takes place at Prayag every twelve years. Over 45 days beginning in January 2007, more than 17 million Hindu pilgrims took part in the Ardh Kumbh Mela at Prayag, and on January 15, the most auspicious day of the festival of Makar Sankranti, more than 5 million participated . The Maha Kumbh Mela (‘Great’ Kumbh Mela) which comes after 12 ‘Purna Kumbh Melas’ which is after every 144 years is also held at Allahabad. The 2001, Maha Kumbh Mela was attended by around 60 million people, making it the largest gathering anywhere in the world.”

Schedule: January 14 – April 28, 2010

Check out various internet resources for future updates.

Hanoi, Vietnam (Thang Long or Millennial Anniversary Celebration)

Hanoi has been gearing up towards their anniversary celebration on October 10, 2010. The coming year will also serve as their National Tourism Year. This would definitely be one of the most unforgettable events for Vietnamese and tourists alike.

FIFA World Cup (South Africa)

The FIFA World Cup would probably be the most anticipated event of 2010. A lot of tourists will be flying in to South Africa just to support their favorite teams. This will be one heck of a party for all travelers in South Africa.