The Ultimate Travel Guide: 10 Unique Places And Stores You *Need* To Experience Around The World

From a water park in the Mayan jungle to a giant zipline across Montreal, it's time to start wandering.

After two years at home, we just know you're ready for your next adventure. And whether that's in your own Canadian backyard or a 14-hour flight away, we're ready to help you pack your bags.

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So grab your luggage and check out our guide filled with wonderful (and absolutely FOMO-inducing) places and stores to visit all across the globe.

But wait, one more thing before you jet off: PayPal is your perfect travel companion. All of these adventures can be checked out securely from around the globe using PayPal. Okay, now onto the exploring! 

1. Not sure where to head first? TourRadar has you covered with once-in-a-life adventures in over 160 countries, like this magical trip to the Maldives.

According to Millennials on the Map, a travel survey done by PayPal in May 2022, almost half of Canadian millennials surveyed make travel plans based on their bucket list...and TourRadar is a fab place to start checking things off! Choose from liiiiiterally thousands of organized adventures all over the globe. A three-day safari in Nairobi? Check. A Halloween party at Dracula's actual castle in Transylvania? Yup. A surfing retreat in Indonesia? We'll see you there. 

Plus, if you're looking to be savvy travellers (and PayPal's survey found most millennials are), download the Honey extension for your browser. It'll automatically check for deals on TourRadar (and any other site you're on!). 

2. But let's start right here in Canada first with the giant MTL Zipline.

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This incredible 1,200-foot zipline will have you sightseeing Montreal in a totally unique way (seriously, it's the first urban zipline circuit in a Canadian city). Grab onto your harness because you'll be saying bonjour as you soar through amazing spots like the famous Bonsecours Island in the Old Port of Montreal. 

Hot tip if you're planning on flying with buds: After you grab tickets, you can split the cost with them on the PayPal Mobile App. 

3. For stunning views on the ground level, the Royal Botanical Garden in Ontario is blooming just for you.

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This garden is Canada's largest at 2,700 acres! 2,400 of those are nature sanctuaries, while the other 300 include cultivated gardens and an arboretum. Now that's a lot of wildlife. Not only will this make your Insta look good, but it’ll make your heart feel good too thanks to it being a registered charity! By visiting, you'll help conservation efforts. It's a gorgeous trip in more ways than one.

4. Head West and live your Californian dream by taking surf lessons in San Diego.

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Hang ten with Everyday California, an ocean-based adventure hub! Surf, snorkel, paddleboard, and kayak in sea caves no matter your experience level. They also have lessons that'll help you feel like a West Coast native and an online apparel shop so you can look the part, too. 

5. If Mexico is on your travel bucket list, Xcaret theme park in the Riviera Maya is nothing like anything you've ever experienced.

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Discover Xcaret— Mexico's Majestic Paradise! Swim in underground rivers, enjoy over 50 natural and cultural attractions, or fly over the Maya jungle in Xplor and Xplor Fuego, the most visited zip-line park in the world. You can also live an authentic Mexican fiesta in Xoximilco, get a tour with the experts in the Maya world, or be amazed at Xenses where nothing is what it seems. Plus, there's more (yes, more) here. 

6. Going down unda? Explore the best of Australia with Welcome to Country and get hanging with emus.

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Welcome to Country is Australia’s only not-for-profit marketplace for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander products and experiences. Deepen your appreciation of your trip down under with unforgettable adventures like the Karijini Glamping Experience in the outback or hang with emus at the Wuddi Aboriginal Art Gallery. 

A bonus? Every purchase on Welcome to Country directly supports Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, businesses, and communities.

7. If you're looking to wander off the beaten track in Australia, you can always Stay in the Bush.

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Have the urge to escape the city? Wanna head somewhere that's not totally packed with hoards of tourists? Then you should Stay in the Bush (yup, we're serious!). Find stays that satisfy your wanderlust, like this family-owned sheep station in Flinders Ranges in South Australia or this eco-friendly, off-grid villa in Kangaroo Island. 

8. So ready to get packing? Throw in some Camp Brand gear for adventures in the great outdoors.

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No matter if you're hitting up the Canadian Rockies or travelling to the Australian Bush, you're gonna need a few outfits for the trip! This is where Camp Brand Goods comes in. 

Quality-tested in the Canadian Rockies and made from sustainable and recycled materials, these outfits will make you feel super comfortable even when you're on day five of tent sleeping.

9. Speaking of outdoor adventures, you'll need something refreshing to keep you going as you globe-hop, like Rally.

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If you're an outdoor adventurer, throw in some Rally Beers into your cooler. They're a Canadian brewery that crafts beers that are high in electrolytes and low in calories. (There's even a nonalcoholic brew, too!) Beer made for an active lifestyle? Pass us the surfboard. 

10. No matter where you head, be prepped for the sun by packing skincare from Matter Company.

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Toronto-based Matter Company creates plant-based wellness products that are perfect travel buddies. From sun care creme that's chemical free to bug repellent made with eucalyptus and lavender essential oil, Matter has everything to stay healthy away from home. 

Whether you're preparing your next adventure or already off on one, travel with PayPal.

With secure transactions, pre-saved billing info, flexibility to use your bank account or credit cards, and discounts with Honey, it's never been easier to see the world. Plus, on the PayPal mobile app, you can split costs with your travel buddies. Now, what are you waiting for? Get out there and explore!