Varadero, Cuba

Sunshine hours: 3,285 per year
Average annual temperature: 27 °C

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Beach fans go into raptures at the thought of Varadero. Because the dream destination beckons with brilliant white specimens. In addition, youLl see palm trees gently swaying in the wind. 200 sunny days per year guarantee that you can enjoy the beach to your heart's content, whether you go kite surfing, swimming or snorkeling. Active people should roam Península de Zapata with its mangrove forests and swamps. It's ranked 7th for sunniest places in the world!

Nicosia, Cyprus

Sunshine hours: 3,650 per year
Average annual temperature: 26 °C

Underrated travel destination. © Shutterstock

In the last divided capital of the world, the sun shines from the sky for an average of 9.1 hours. During the summer months it is even up to 12.8 hours daily. If you come here for sightseeing, you should pack the passport. Because the city divides into a Turkish and a Cypriot half. On the to-do list are visits to the Hala Sultan Camii Mosque, the Selimiye Mosque and Ledra Street. The latter is known as a shopping mecca.

Dubai, UAE

Sunshine hours: 3,885 per year
Average annual temperature: 27 °C

There is more than enough to experience in Dubai. © Shutterstock

Dubai is a city of superlatives in every respect. The weather is no exception. It rains a maximum of six days throughout the entire year. During the summer months it's often too hot for European travelers. But Dubai is a top destination for sun-seekers in spring, autumn and winter. It never gets really cold here.

Las Vegas, USA

Sunshine hours: 3,800 per year
Average annual temperature: 19.2 °C

For a long time it's only a party destination anymore: Las Vegas! © Shutterstock

Viva Las Vegas! When you think of Sin City you immediately think of casinos, nights made into day and spontaneous weddings. In fact, however, Las Vegas is also developing more and more in the direction of afamily destination and destination for foodies. In addition, natural attractions such as the Grand Canyon, the Bryce Canyon National Park and Joshua Tree National Park are not far away. But don't forget sunscreen! Vegas occupies place 4 on the list of the sunniest places in the world.

Calama, Chile

Sunshine hours: 3,900 per year
Average annual temperature: 14.2 °C

Calama is often the starting point for tours to the Atacama Desert. © Shutterstock

Sunny doesn't have to mean hot. Calama proves that. The city is located at an altitude of 2,260 meters in the middle of the Atacama Desert. It's an important transportation hub. It practically never rains here. Nevertheless, people usually want to stay here only to leave for other destinations. Because there are practically no sights except for the breathtaking nature.

Marsa Alam, Egypt

Sunshine hours: 3,945 per year
Average annual temperature: 25.3 °C

Sprawling sandy beaches in Marsa Alam © Shutterstock

Fans of colorful underwater worlds have long had Marsa Alam on the Red Sea on their bucket list anyway. No wonder, after all, the sun shines almost daily here. In the small town live just 1,918 people; so peace seekers are also in good hands here. Among the sights are dugongs, sea turtles and dolphins. Above the water surface, the Temple of Sethos and the Wadi-al-Gamal National Park are worth a visit.

Yuma, USA

Sunshine hours: 4,015 per year
Annual average temperature: 23.4 °C

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The city in Arizona is a record holder. It's not just one of the sunniest places in the world. It's THE sunniest place in the world. There is only 81 millimeters of precipitation throughout the year. The result is sparse vegetation. Of all things, it's this that has made the place a popular film set. Parts of the Star Wars films were shot in the desolate landscape. Regarding sights there's, among other things, the old prison. This place is said to be haunted! In addition, Downtown has retained much of its original charm.