When you decide to travel, what makes you choose that city or country?

When I have to decide which country or city I want to visit, I usually choose places where I have never been, because I would like to see something new and something that I don't already know. One exception is Italy, I have lived there and I have already spent quite a lot of time there, but I would still like to go back one day. Italy will always have a special place in my heart. I have visited many countries in Europe, but there are still some places where I haven't been, and I would like to visit those places or countríes. One of my dreams is to visit Bulgaria and Romania.

I have seen pictures in books and programs on television of places that I haven't yet been to. I saw some celebrations happening in Australia on television and traveling around Europe I made an Australian friend. We become pen friends and she sent me photos and postcards. I was so keen to go there and did on my trip around the world. When I was 19 I went to St Lucia and since then have been to lots more tropical islands. I have a good knowledge of flights and which destinations are possible, cheap to get to or expensive to travel to. I am attracted my wildlife and superb landscapes. I will be going to Cape Town this month. The flight was quite pricey but my toddler son is going for just 10% of the fare. So it is wonderful to travel before he is two years old. In his younger days I thought I would see how he got on during shorter flights. So I took him to Portugal and the Baltic Countries because they seemed lovely and they were. 2009 it is time to take my toddler son to Africa. I have to make sure where I travel is appropriate for him.

phalz81, For me it would be those travel magazines, destination documentaries, friend's travel pictures and recommendations. I like to try out new destinations and experience the various cultures and lifestyles. E.g. Thailand - I have covered quite a bit of the country and have been to literally almost every province there. Traveling for me is beyond the shopping, food and ambiance. I just like the complete experience. I do hope that you will be able to travel to Johannesburg eventually and maybe to Kruger National Park as well. It will be worth the experience. Have a nice day.

Hi phalz I like to go places that are clean and where they speak something I can understand. Portuguese, Spanish and English speaking countries are my only considerations. That's why I have Puerto Rico and Rio high on my to-do list, alhtough I'd never turn down another trip to Portugal. I love Portugal. Anyway, I've got other ideas and fun stuff written down. Check out my article: http://www.helium.com/items/1322134-travel-in-the-united-states-why-not