Well, 2 cyclones have put a dampener on our planned Vanuatu trip from 29/3 to 5/4. If it becomes unviable, looking for other alternatives for our family of 4 (including 2 teenagers). Any ideas?
Looking for an Holiday Destination Alternative to Vanuatu
RangaWal on 06/03/2023 - 21:13
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Switzerland then. You are further away from Putin's nuclear explosion tsunami
You have given very vague requirements therefor i say you should holiday in Ethiopia
I tend to disagree - I gave dates, ages and initial idea of location. But if that's not enough, looking for SE Asia or Pacific island preferably, but open to other ideas.
What activities or particular interests are you after? Budget?
Fiji is one nearby alternative. Without knowing anything else, you could really go anywhere in the world.
Are you after a resort, sit by the pool and have drinks brought to you; somewhere with a bit of watersports ie something similar to Vanuatu
Or somewhere that is interesting?
Or a bit of both, hit up Vietnam resort and go for a little wander into the countryside
There are the Cook Islands (Aitutaki), Fiji obviously. resort and pool sitting places
Japan. Vietnam. Malaysia. Interesting places
Bali with the Russians. A bit of everything
Guam?
Thanks for the helpful suggestions, but I guess the main reason for posting here is to see what bargains are out there, given the really short time to departs
Vietnam - luxury escapes
What's the budget? Similar tropical experience?
Similar experience. Budget around $4k for flights & accommodation
ChatGPT says:
I'm sorry to hear that your Vanuatu trip has been affected by the cyclones. Depending on your interests and budget, there are several alternative travel destinations you could consider:
New Zealand - With beautiful scenery, outdoor activities, and a rich culture, New Zealand is a popular destination for families. You could explore the cities of Auckland and Wellington, hike in the mountains, or visit the beaches.
Japan - Japan is a great destination for families interested in history, culture, and food. You could explore Tokyo and Kyoto, visit ancient temples and castles, and try delicious Japanese cuisine.
Hawaii - Hawaii is known for its beautiful beaches, surfing, and outdoor activities. There are also cultural experiences like hula dancing and traditional Hawaiian music.
Australia - Australia has a diverse range of attractions, from the Great Barrier Reef to the Outback to cosmopolitan cities like Sydney and Melbourne. There are also plenty of opportunities for outdoor activities like hiking and surfing.
Costa Rica - Costa Rica is a great destination for families who love adventure and the outdoors. You could go zip-lining, hiking, or surfing, and visit the country's many national parks and wildlife reserves.I hope this gives you some ideas for alternative travel destinations. Whatever you choose, I wish you a safe and enjoyable trip!
Chatgpt didn't realise that Auckland was also recently affected by natural disasters.
Score: B-
Malaysia, Thailand, Vietnam all have tropical type destinations without heading to the Pacific
Then there's Bali as well of course
Genuinely appreciate the replies, but curious whether anyone has seen any actual sales they could point me at?
We have been in Vanuatu 2 times, and sad to what happened. I just recently removed New Caledonia ( because of shark attack ), so I would have to agree with people saying FIJI.
I just recently removed New Caledonia ( because of shark attack )…
Because sharks only stay close to New Caledonia, not anywhere else in the ocean
Why don't you go to South Africa or Perth then, if water is water for you. Tzk.
I'm not the one worried about shark attacks. You may want to review this:
http://www.sharkattackdata.com/place@GG57: Humans attack. Sharks do not attack, nor do crocodiles. They see you as food. Snakes also do not attack. They defend themselves.
Ipswich.
Inala.
Ireland. If WWIII breaks out you'll at least in be a neutral country.