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eTurbo News recently listed the 10 most disappointing tourist spots in the world. TravelPodders seemed to disagree with all but one of the 10 on the list. Here’s what they have to say:

1. The Eiffel Tower – TravelPod verdict: Not so disappointing

“I then headed to the Eiffel Tower lawn to enjoy some vino and watch the sunset.  After a bottle of wine and a spectacular view, I headed for the top to the Eiffel Tower.” – Jcharwell

2. The Louvre (Mona Lisa) – TravelPod verdict: Not so disappointing

“A week or so ago, I had he pleasure of finally seeing Leonardo DaVinci’s Mona Lisa.  Admire from afar, like a true beauty, is all that one can do – but it was amazing none the less.” – Klauridsen
3. Times Square: TravelPod verdict – Not so disappointing

“We had a wander around all the streets, we went to M & M World, possibly the best place on Earth!!” – Kristenjohn
4. Las Ramblas, Spain: TravelPod verdict – Not so disappointing

“We all loved the area around the Museum of Modern Art, Las Ramblas -artsy, small winding cobblestone streets, shops, cafe’s, old, young – fantastico!” – Kwt1981

5. Statue of Liberty: TravelPod verdict – Not so disappointing

“Today we went to see the Statue Of Liberty and the Ellis Island Immigration Museum on the ferry. Not the best day weather wise – very overcast and hazy. Very interesting though and worth the trip.” – Paulandcarolyn
6. Spanish Steps, Rome: TravelPod verdict – Big disappointment

“We walked to the Spanish Steps, not a very big deal,  just a bunch of kids sitting on an really big staircase.  Stairs were about the last things we wanted to see at that point.” – Christineraymo

7. The White House: TravelPod verdict – Not so disappointing

“Architecture here is magnificent.  The Capitol, White House, Museums, Treasury Department, National Archives, National Gallery of Art, Old Post Office, to name a few of the best.” – Nietsreuef
8. The Pyramids, Egypt: TravelPod verdict – Not so disappointing

“There’s no denying that The Pyramids are spectacular. It is just astounding how the Ancient Egyptian managed to construct such enormous monuments.” – Justinrowe
9. The Brandenburg Gate, Germany: TravelPod Verdict – Not so disappointing

“From there we headed through the impressive Brandenburg Gate to the Reichstag, the German Parliament.” – Meganandkevin

10. The Leaning Tower of Pisa: TravelPod verdict – Not so disappointing

“Chris and I were the very first people to climb the tower today and what a spectacular sight it was to behold Tuscany at such a young hour of morning.” – Katieandchris