World's Top 10 Destinations for Shopping

1. Paris 

Paris is a city that smells like Chanel, and the Parisian lifestyle features the finest shoes, gowns and cafés. It has been known to be one the most popular shopping cities in the world for decades. Walking down the Avenue des Champs-Elysees is a great place to begin your journey of shops, boutiques and more.

Need a new Christian Dior mascara? Printemps has the world’s largest cosmetic department and, is filled with French perfumes and a 360-degree view of Paris. There is also the infamous Le Bon Marché, which features Louis Vuitton and more.

Want vintage? Ding Fring is one of the few thrift shops in Paris featuring designer garments at affordable prices. And Shoes by Andre is where Parisian women buy their shoes and boots. Full of Swarovski crystals, it’s no wonder that the City of Light sparkles when it comes to shopping.

2. Milan

Italy’s second largest city is home to models, designers, fashionistas and more. It breathes Armani, tastes like Versace and speaks Missoni. Milan’s semi-annual fashion week (spring and autumn) features some of the biggest names in the industry. It is a great place to be when spending and spending big. Milan boutiques are found in the Quadrilatero d’Oro, or the "Rectangle of Gold." If you crave Prada accessories, Cavalli or Marni, then be sure to go to Via Della Spiga, one of Milan’s most upscale shopping streets, which features all the names associated with fashion. And Via Montenapolene is perhaps the city’s most fashionable street. Be sure to take a break at Caffe Cova, which serves traditional Milanese cakes and desserts.

3. Dubai

When people think of the United Arab Emirates, shopping might not be at the top of their list. However, the Mall of the Emirites is the world’s largest shopping mall with thousands of duty-free shops, outlets and places to explore. It is a testament to opulence, and nowhere is this more apparent than Ski Dubai—an indoor ski resort with 22,500 square meters of indoor ski area. The mall also features Candylicious, the world’s largest candy store, with more than 10,000 square feet of sweet treats.

But Dubai is not a one-hit wonder. The WAFI Mall in Wafi City is styled after ancient Egypt and features more than 200 stores, as well as a theme park. Deira City Centre is also a great spot, with more than 370 stores, and during the Dubai Shopping Festival in January, shops offer deep discounts on merchandise.

4. New York

When shopping in the city that never sleeps, it’s easy to forget to take a break from conquering Saks Fifth Avenue, Tiffany and Co., Henri Bendel and Bergdorf Goodman. But be sure to sip a vanilla latte in the original cafeteria at The Bloomingdales Café. It packs enough pop to keep even the most experienced shopper alert.

Fifth Avenue has always been known for its diversity and style, and its uncanny ability to keep up with the latest trends. For vintage finds, head over to Loveday31 in Astoria. Barneys, Macy’s, H&M and FAO Schwartz are just a few stops ideal for busting out your gold card. New York City will always be a sparkling shopping city for millions.

5.  Beverly Hills

Lights, camera, action! Los Angeles is not only home to Hollywood, but to some of the best shopping on this planet, right in Beverly Hills. This glamorous city is home to Rodeo Drive, as well as Cartier, Yves Saint Laurent, David Yurman and Dior. Bumping into celebrities or paparazzi is not uncommon, but shopping on a budget is easy to do. Vintage stores like The Paper Bag Princess offer vintage couture and luxury collections like: Worth, Adrian, Chanel, Dior, Yves Saint Laurent and Givenchy.

6. Tokyo

Tokyo’s Shinjuku ward is one of the city’s most famous shopping districts, and home to the world’s busiest train station. The Isetan flagship store in Shinjuku is one of the most influential department stores in Japan. It’s a gorgeous place for shoppers to visit, with shopping consultants that treat customers like royalty. Tokyo is the perfect city to shop on a budget, and still divide and conquer.

7. Madrid

Spain’s capital city has the best prices on general luxury items in the Globe Shopper Index. At Capas Seseña, pick up one of their famous capes—it’s a great item to wear, bring back home or save for your collection. Famous for its umbrellas, Casa de Diego features fans, mantillas and a number of souvenirs for friends and family back home.

8. Kuala Lumpur

Malaysia’s most populous city is lush, beautiful and relaxing. It is also a great hot spot for retail rock and roll. It houses Utama, one of the largest malls in the world, with more than 650 shops and an indoor rock climbing area. Petaling Street in Chinatown is the place for classics like Cartier and Rolex. Chinatown can also be a great place to find designer shoes and handbags galore, and the food stalls that litter the street serve a variety of local fare.

9. London

Next to Paris, London will rock your world when it comes to snapping up brand names. Shopping in the United Kingdom’s capital city is a fabulous and international experience. Oxford Street alone has more than 300 shops and outlets from which to choose.

London’s designers include Jimmy Choo, All Saints, Ted Baker, Burberry and House of Fraser. For fashion-savvy shoppers, Bond Street is the place to find Donna Karan, Prada, Louis Vuitton, Nicole Fahri and Ralph Lauren.

10. Hong Kong

Hong Kong is known as the best Asian shopping destination in The Globe Shopper Index. Fang Fong Projects has beautiful women’s clothing, and menswear can be found at The Armoury. Festival Walk is an enormous shopping mall near Kowloon Tong that is a definite must. Because of its compact neighborhoods, Hong Kong is a fabulous place to shop. It should be high on your list when planning your next shopping getaway.