If you’re the type of person who elbows the shopper in front of you to grab that great pair of shoes, or takes the sign that says “Sale” to be synonymous to “Open,” then this is for you. Listed below are five great shopping destinations for those who travel and shop at the same time.
- Hong Kong. Known as the Shopper’s Paradise, Hong Kong has always been a popular tourist destination and their annual Hong Kong Shopping Festival draws a massive number of tourists who want to be part of the shopping bonanza.
- Thailand. In Thailand, there’s an incredible array of items, and at great prices. Thailand has been known to have the cheapest rates and prices for goods around the globe and offers a lot of great bargains. Thai Silk is one of the most popular products sold in the country, and pearls are abundant as well.
- Paris. Often referred to as the most romantic city in the world, Paris is home to high-end shopping districts and neighborhood chocolate shops. In Paris, high-end shopping spots like the famous rue du Faubourg St-Honoré (one of the most fashionable streets in the world ) and avenue Montaigne are well-known destinations for shoppers. The grand magasins or department stores in Paris are also well worth the visit.
- Buenos Aires, Argentina. There are a lot of activities tourists can do in Argentina, and one of them is shopping for leather in Buenos Aires. The city of Buenos Aires is known for its high-quality leather goods sold at really affordable prices. Although the majority of the shopping activity in the city is in its downtown region, high-end fashion shops like Armani and Cartier are located in the upscale neighborhood of the Recoleta.
- New York, USA. New York offers high-end fashion as well as bargain discounts, cosmetics, jewelry, houseware, books, and almost everything one could possibly shop for. What’s even better is that shopping for clothing and shoes priced under $110 is tax-free.