Some destinations are endlessly hyped on social media, but disappoint in practice because of crowds, prices or sky-high expectations. These are the holiday destinations most often called overrated.
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Venice
Beautiful architecture, but overrun by tourists and sky-high prices, so many visitors get a less authentic experience than expected.
Bali
Once a hidden paradise, now mainly known for busy hotspots like Canggu and Kuta, where the quiet island feeling is hard to find.
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Ibiza
World-famous for its nightlife, but outside the party circuit the island disappoints many visitors.
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Paris in High Season
Long lines at every sight and packed streets can seriously dampen the magic of the 'city of love'.
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Machu Picchu
Impressive, but the massive flow of tourists and strict time slots make a visit less serene than the photos suggest.
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Santorini
The iconic white houses are beautiful, but the island is overcrowded and expensive in high season.
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Times Square (New York)
Brightly lit and busy, but experienced by many visitors as chaotic and not very authentically New York.
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Cancún
The beaches are beautiful, but the tourist zone feels to some visitors more like a resort bubble than a real Mexican experience.
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Phuket
Once a quiet Thai gem, now one of the most touristy places in the country, with the crowds to match.
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Barcelona in Summer
Gorgeous Gaudà architecture, but in summer it's flooded with cruise ship tourists and crowds on every corner.
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