No one can argue with the building’s visual appeal but unfortunately the Sydney Opera House is not as appealing to the ears.
The concert hall is known for its terrible acoustics, with major renovations taking place to address the problem. In the meantime, you can still enjoy the view.
Reality: Machu Picchu, Peru
Machu Picchu has remained in great condition for centuries, but that may soon change due to massive tourism and economic and environmental issues.
The United Nations report that trash left by visitors is becoming a real problem, meaning your hike through the mountains may become a smelly and dirty affair.
Fantasy: The Sydney Opera House, Australia
The Sydney Opera House perched on the Sydney Harbor in Australia is one of the most famous and distinctive buildings in the world.
The performing arts center hosts over 40 shows per week including music, theater, dance, comedy, lectures and of course opera. A fascinating tour of this incredible building will definitely be the highlight of any trip down under.
Fantasy: Yosemite National Park, United States
Yosemite National Park in California’s Sierra Nevada mountains in the perfect place for hiking and camping. The park is known for stunning vistas, amazing waterfalls and ancient sequoia trees of enormous size.
This is truly a wonderful place to get away from it all, rock climb, picnic, go for a horseback ride or just sit around and absorb the beauty of nature.
Reality: Yosemite National Park, United States
When arriving at the park in the summer, expect two to three-hour delays just to enter the valley. Even worse, the sheer number of tourists have unfortunately caused habitat loss and damaged the scenery.
If you decide to go after the summer peak, the trails are worn from overuse with park personnel not yet able to clean everything up. And with controlled forest burning taking place around the reserve, you may be in for a smoky hike.