Travelers: We Want To Know About The Most Disappointing City You've Ever Visited Vs. Underrated Destinations People Are Missing Out On

Who doesn't love a vacation? There's nothing like disconnecting for a few days and exploring a new destination. Unless, of course, it turns out that said destination is highly overrated...

A woman, smiling, is standing outdoors reading a map. Palm trees and buildings are in the background
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Sometimes, an iconic city or location doesn't live up to the hype surrounding it. Maybe it's too busy, commercial, or even too dangerous, but something about it disappoints you. However, with an open mind and a little bit of adventure, perhaps you've discovered your new favorite spot is just off the beaten path:

Man sits on ruins at Machu Picchu, wearing a hat, t-shirt, and backpack, smiling and extending one arm toward the camera
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Maybe you visited France and felt that Paris didn't live up to the hype, so you decided to check out Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Rouen in Normandy or sample wine in Sancerre?

Eiffel Tower stands tall in Paris, with a vibrant garden of blooming tulips in the foreground and a partly cloudy sky above
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Maybe you were taking a cross-country road trip of the United States and weren't impressed by major cities such as NYC or LA, so you decided to check out national parks or small towns across the country?

Person standing on the roof of a car, looking at a sunset over a misty landscape. The car is parked in a grassy field with mountains in the background
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Maybe you visited the UAE and thought Dubai was too commercialized, so you decided to visit Oman for a more authentic experience?

Dubai skyline with tall skyscrapers and the beach during sunset; a Ferris wheel is visible in the background
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Maybe you visited South Korea, and Seoul wasn't your speed, so you decided to get a better glimpse of the local culture and scenery in Busan or Sokcho?

Aerial view of a densely packed village with houses of various shapes and sizes, showing vibrant and diverse architecture on a hillside. No people are visible
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Or perhaps you vacationed in Italy and, although you visited the tourist destinations, such as Rome or Milan, you enjoyed exploring Piazza della Cisterna in San Gimignano or the Blue Grotto in Capri more?

A panoramic view of the Colosseum in Rome at sunset, with surrounding ruins and cityscape visible in the background
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No matter where you have traveled, we want to hear all about it! Which is why I'm asking: What was the most overrated city you've ever visited, and which underrated destinations would you recommend others visit instead and why? Tell us in the comments! (or, if you prefer to stay anonymous, use this Google Form.) Your response could be featured in an upcoming BuzzFeed Community post.