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1New

York City, New York, United States

Perhaps the world's top shopping spot, the Big Apple

hardly needs an introduction. Fifth Avenue. Madison
Avenue. Soho. Times Square. The list of stellar
shopping destinations and famous names is almost
endless, so pack light and stock up on everything from
2Paris,

Ile-de-France, France

The world capital of Haute Couture, Paris is a

shopper's dream. Legendary addresses like Avenue
Montaigne and Rue du Faubourg Saint-Honore tempt
the glitterati. Ancient flea markets perch at the city's
hems, offering chaotic atmosphere and fascinating

treasures, plus a peek into the real personality of

Paris.
3Milan,

Lombardy, Italy

The high fashion capital of Italy, the northern

metropolis of Milan is one of the world's premier
shopping destinations. Ostentation, splendor and near
otherworldly glamour beckon from the glitzy windows
of Milan's flagship design houses, the sleek fashion
temples of Armani, Versace and Dolce & Gabbana.
4Tokyo,

Tokyo Prefecture, Kanto, Japan

Shopping amidst Tokyo's infinite options can be

dizzying, so knowing the neighborhoods is crucial: Go
to Ginza for upscale boutiques and department stores,
Akihabara for electronics, Omotesando and Aoyama
for high-end fashion, Harajuku and Shibuya for young
trendy clothing, and Kanda for bookstores.
5San

Francisco, California, United States

The choice of distinctly different shopping districts in

San Francisco is almost overwhelming. Whether you
want to opt for the opulent Westfield Center or go
funk fantastic in the eclectic Mission or tourist
traditional in Union Square, you'll definitely need to
bring an empty suitcase when you visit.
6London,

England, United Kingdom

One of the world's top shopping cities, there's really

nothing that you can't buy in London. Big name stores
line Oxford and Regent Streets. Luxury items abound
in upmarket Knightsbridge. For a distinctive London
spree, head north to Camden Market and wander
among stands of clothing, crafts and bric-a-brac.
7Miami

Beach, Florida, United States

The epicenter of cool has all the shopping options a

fashionista could ever want. The Collins Avenue
Fashion District boasts designer labels from Armani to
Versace. Ocean Drive caters to the younger, funkier
beautiful people, while Lincoln Road draws the artistic
crowd to its galleries and boutiques.
8Dubai,

Emirate of Dubai, United Arab Emirates

With an ever-booming population, shiny Dubai has

emerged as the shopping capital of the Middle East,
with more than fifty malls and counting (many ultraupscale), and outdoor markets peddling everything
under the sun. Stores citywide slash their prices
during the month-long annual Dubai Shopping
Festival.

9Rome,

Lazio, Italy

Italian retail chains line charming medieval shopping

streets in the vivacious capital. Family-run outfits still

flourish and street market stands are laden with fresh

fruit. Upscale fashion palaces are poised at the foot of
the famed Spanish Steps, with looks fresh off the
world's catwalks.
10Barcelona,

Catalonia, Spain

You'll be spoiled for choice in bargain-crammed

Barcelona, where designer names jostle for attention
in the city's thrilling array of stores. If you're in the
market for some picnic shopping, trot to La Boqueria a rambunctious market - and stock up on almonds,
cherries and other tasty delights.
11Beverly

Hills, California, United States

Developed as a shopping district in the 1970s, Beverly

Hills' high end Rodeo Drive is a ritzy throwback to the
halcyon days of Main Street shopping. Celebrities stalk
the sidewalks, big name bags in hand. More than 60
elite clothing and jewelry stores line this main affluent
shopping artery.

12Minneapolis,

Minnesota, United States

Home to the country's largest shopping mall, the 520store Mall of America, as well as historic Southdale,
the first mall to be built in the U.S., the Minneapolis
area is an enticing shopping destination. No tax on
apparel makes the better known half of the Twin Cities
an even more enticing option.

13Bangkok,

Thailand

A mind-blowing delight, Bangkok shopping runs the

gamut from ultra-chic malls to energetic street
markets hawking everything imaginable. For an
experience unlike any other, check out the Chatuchak
weekend market, the largest in Thailand and the
world, with a staggering 15,000 stalls covering 35
acres.
14Bahamas,

Caribbean

Unique shopping opportunities can be found across

the Bahamas' many islands, but the biggest
concentration is along and around Bay Street in
downtown Nassau, where you'll find department
stores, boutiques and duty-free shops, as well as a
lively straw market selling art, crafts and designer
knock-offs.
15Puerto

Vallarta, Mexico

Thanks to the steady stream of cruise ship passengers

passing through its harbor, Puerto Vallarta is geared
toward the shopper, with virtually anything Mexicanmade being readily available. The marina boardwalk,
its nearby market, and the surrounding streets are full
of shopping opportunities.
16Chicago,

Illinois, United States

Amid downtown's gleaming skyscrapers lies

Magnificent Mile, the Michigan Avenue strip that's long
been Chicago's shopping heart, boasting swanky chain
stores and the famous Water Tower Place. Further
afield, the Bucktown, Lincoln Park and Wicker Park
neighborhoods offer some extraordinary boutiques.
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17Hong

Kong, China

Hong Kong is definitely a destination for the

experienced bargain shopper. Tsim Sha Tsui offers the
densest concentration of shops in the crowded city.
Shoes, watches, luggage, clothes and myriad more
items cram shops and stands in the frenetic area. For
more elegant attire, try the Central area.
18Montreal,

Quebec, Canada

Shoppers of all budgets can find a lot to love in

Montreal, from the March Jean-Talon farmers market
to the mid-range trendy shops and department stores
along rue Ste-Catherine, to the more cutting edge
fashions of rues St-Denis and St-Laurent, to the high
end luxury boutiques on rue Sherbrooke.
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19Singapore,

Singapore

Whether you want to sashay through a slew of

gargantuan malls or sidle down side streets in the
hopes of a bargain, Singapore is sure to satiate the
appetites of the most jaded shopper. Choose from
local crafts in Chinatown, Little India and Arab Street,
or find upscale attire along Orchard Road.
20Toronto,

Ontario, Canada

A smorgasbord of scintillating shopping experiences

awaits in Canada's largest city. Intrepid shoppers can
sashay along up and coming Queen West, with its
independent boutiques and funky, trendy galleries, or
strut through flagship stores and big name emporia in
chic, sleek, star-studded Yorkville.
21Sydney,

New South Wales, Australia

Boisterous Sydney offers every kind of shopping for

visitors, with the heart of the action centred on the
tourist-thronged Rocks district and along George and
Pitt Streets. A distinctive Sydney shopping experience
can be had at the Queen Victoria Building, where 200
boutiques compete for attention.
22Madrid,

Spain

Boasting a slew of intriguing boutiques - 50,000 of

them, no less - Madrid can fulfill your every shopping
desire and then some. El Centro teems with tempting
opportunities. For intrepid shoppers and hagglers, El
Rastro, which takes place every Sunday, is Spain's
largest and most varied flea market.
23Buenos

Aires, Capital Federal District,

Argentina

Latin America's shopping capital offers exciting

experiences along its grand, wide boulevards. Galleria
Pacifico and Patio Bullrich are upmarket malls,
crammed with Argentine fashions. You'll find fabulous
shoes, bags and other items for appealing prices
throughout the city, known for its leather goods.

24Marrakech,

Marrakech-Tensift-El Haouz
Region, Morocco

One of Marrakech's main and most fascinating

attractions is Djeema el Fna, its sprawling labyrinth of
vendors selling everything from crafts to rugs to
clothing to spices. Other souks specialize, with
Siyyaghin concentrating on jewelry and El Kebir
focusing on the leather goods for which Marrakech is
famed.
25Vienna,

Austria

Traditional crafts, such as hand-painted porcelain,

ceramics, wrought iron and leather goods, are
Viennese classics. While the bulk of stores are situated
in the city center, chic Vienna's most elegant shopping
avenue is Mariahilferstrasse, a perfect spot for picking
up jewelry, accessories and fashions.
26Athens,

Attica, Greece

Known as a place to acquire antiques and leather

goods, the Greek capital also has a famed flea market
in Monastiraki. Chic neighborhood Kolonaki teems with

cafes, stores and restaurants. Situated within this

fashionable suburb, Tsakalof Street is among the
world's most expensive shopping addresses.
27Beijing,

China

An exploding commercial giant, Beijing abounds not

just with big street markets (avoid the overpriced and
touristy Silk Market and instead check out Panjiayuan,
sometimes called Dirt Market), but also higher end
areas like downtown's Wangfujing, a pedestrian mall
flanked by two Western-style shopping centers.
28Cairo,

Cairo Governorate, Egypt

Cairo's bazaars (called souks) are among the world's

most famous, where almost anything fathomable even live camels - is for sale. Be ready for sensory
overload, and be ready to haggle, as starting prices
are generally double the expected sales price. Khan
el-Khalili is one of Cairo's most popular souks.
29Rio

de Janeiro, State of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

A proliferation of malls makes shopping a breeze in

affordable Rio. Try Barrashopping, a vast complex of
more than 600 stores. At Galleria River in Arpoador, a
dozen stores cater to surfers and skaters.
Alternatively, get a taste for Brazilian beach life and
score souvenirs from vendors strolling the sands.

30Cape

Town Central, Western Cape, South

Africa

Victoria and Albert Waterfront, South Africa's most

visited attraction, offers more than 400 shops for all
tastes and budgets. St. George's Mall is a popular and
very central pedestrian shopping avenue, with arts,
crafts and jewelry among the wares. For antiques it's
Long Street, one of the city's oldest.