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Alberta of Canada
Alberta of Canada
Alberta, Canada, may not be the first idea that comes to mind when you think of booking your next vacation.
But here's a reason to consider it: The western province is full of amazing scenery that travel photographers — both professional and amateur — take advantage of every day.
We took a look at #explorealberta on Instagram and scoured Instagrammers' accounts to find the pictures that come closest to doing the area justice.
From waterfalls to mountains to wildlife, here's Alberta in all its spectacular glory.
12 Top-Rated Tourist Attractions in Singapore
1. Marina Bay Sands
The opulent Marina Bay Sands resort complex includes a hotel, high-end luxury brands, a mall with a canal running through it, the ArtScience Museum, and the Marina Bay Sands Skypark - a vantage point for taking in the entire city. The Skypark's viewing deck and infinity pool are found in the ship (yes, ship) that tops the hotel. Only hotel guests are allowed to use the infinity pool but anyone can visit the observation deck. From the skypark, you can see the innovative double helix bridge, the port, the Gardens by the Bay, and the impressive skyline. While up there on top of the city, guests can grab a snack or a coffee at the rooftop restaurant or pick up some keepsakes from the souvenir stand. You can purchase a photo of yourself green-screened in front of the massive hotel as it's all lit up at night, but the cost is steep: 50 Singapore dollars. Better to ask a fellow tourist to snap a photo of you. The luxury and elegance of the Marina Bay Sands exemplify Singapore's taste, and help designate a major international city in Southeast Asia.
Observation deck hours: Mon-Thur 9:30 am-10 pm; Fri-Sun 9:30 am-11 pm
Admission: S$23 dollars for adults, S$20 for seniors, S$17 for children aged 2-12
Address: 10 Bayfront Avenue, Singapore
Official site: http://www.marinabaysands.com
2. Singapore Flyer
If the observation deck at the Marina Bay Sands doesn't quite do it for you, try taking in high tea while looking out over the city from the Singapore Flyer, the world's largest giant observation wheel. Choose from several different packages that allow you to be served and pampered while enjoying a view that encompasses not only the Singapore skyline, but reaches to the Spice Islands of Indonesia and Malaysia's Straits of Johor. There are several different ticket packages to choose from, and each includes access to the multimedia Journey of Dreams exhibit that delves into Singapore's history and the creation of the Singapore Flyer. Flights last 30 minutes each and run from early morning until late at night, so you can choose which view of the city you want to enjoy: the beginning of another bustling day or when Singapore is aglow after dark
Hours: 8 am-10:30 pm
Admission: S$33 for adults, S$21 for children aged 3-12, S$24 for seniors
Address: 30 Raffles Ave, Singapore
Official site: http://www.singaporeflyer.com/
3 Gardens by the Bay
Once you've glimpsed this beautifully designed green space (from the top of the Marina Bay Sands, perhaps) you won't be able to stay away. Wander through the Bay East Garden, perfect for enjoying the vibrant plant life and escaping the city bustle for a moment. You won't want to miss Supertree Grove, where you'll find a cluster of the iconic, futuristic structures designed to perform environmentally sustainable functions. Then, head to the Cloud Forest Dome to see the world's tallest indoor waterfall and learn a bit about biodiversity. Check the website for final ticket sale and tour times.
Hours: 5 am-2 am for outdoor gardens; 9 am-9 pm for conservatories and OCBC Skyway
Admission: Free for outdoor gardens; S$28 for adults, S$15 for children for conservatories; S$5 for adults, S$3 for children for OCBC Skyway
Address: 18 Marina Gardens Drive, Singapore
Official site: http://www.gardensbythebay.com.sg/en.html