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Tourist Destinations For Cannabis Enthusiasts

07/08/2018 Culture and Cannabis

Cannabis tourism is on the rise. Here we guide you through all the best destinations to enjoy superb marijuana, and to explore the unique vibe of the location.

Traveling is an important endeavor practiced by plenty of cannabis aficionados. Exploring the intricacies of various destinations enriches our soul. Marvelous smoke spots, head shops, coffeeshops, cannabis clubs, dispensaries, cannabis farms—many cannabis destinations are rising to the surface as the era of marijuana prohibition is coming to an end. Here we provide you with the ultimate list of cannabis destinations to take your herbal adventures to the next level.

Ámsterdam


Let’s begin with the most legendary and famous cannabis destination in the world, Amsterdam. It’s the capital of The Netherlands and the cannabis capital of Europe. During the 70’s, coffeeshops were allowed to operate in an attempt to lower the heroin epidemic by separating cannabis from heroin on the black market. Today, this city comprises all the cannabis strains you desire.

You can purchase and consume high-quality buds in coffee shops, with your family, friends, and loved ones. To access a coffeeshop, the legal age requirement is +18. Amsterdam is also the city where the High Times Cannabis Cup began and became the pioneering event celebrating cannabis. Famous artists, actors, and celebrities arrive every year to the Cannabis Cup in Amsterdam to support the pro-cannabis initiative by getting elevated on supreme herb. This city has also plenty of museums such as the Van Gogh and Rembrandt museum, comprising mind-boggling art which mediates its expression in a powerful manner under cannabis intoxication.

Barcelona

Under the Iberian sun, cannabis flourishes with a powerful essence. Barcelona is the perfect destination for the cannabis consumer who enjoys a hot climate, beautiful beaches, relaxed culture, and plenty of amazing cannabis varieties. It’s one of the best destinations for cannabis tourists because its abundant in cannabis clubs. When you enter the cannabis club, you have to show your ID or Passport to sign up as a member, then you’ll be able to enjoy some of the finest herb, hash, and concentrates present in Europe. If you wish to explore the city during your psychedelic journey, go to Sagrada Familia and Park Güell, the most trippy architectural designs that exhibit the spirit of Barcelona.

Also, you can go to the Picasso museum and plenty of art galleries which shall inspire your creativity like a kaleidoscope ornamenting your vision. You can also go to the Spannabis fair which is held every year in Barcelona.

Colorado

Colorado is one of the first states in the US to legalize the recreational use of cannabis. This state became known as the Amsterdam of the United States.

The world is watching Colorado under scrutiny for its cannabis practices and events, to determine whether cannabis legalization is a smart decision. So far, the legalization brought an abundance of resources, love, and optimism. Generally speaking, the US has a very powerful engine behind cannabis. The regulation of the growth, transportation, and sales of cannabis is better defined than in any other country in the world. Growers in the US develop extremely strong weed varieties such as Gorilla Girl®(SWS74), Indigo Berry Kush® (SWS63) and San Fernando Lemon Kush® (SWS62).

Colorado possesses beautiful mountains and smoke spots, where one can relax with some weed, a pipe, and beautiful nature.

Christiania

This is the most enigmatic place in Europe when it comes to cannabis. Located in Denmark, Christiania is a small city where cannabis is virtually allowed to be sold and purchased.

It’s one of the best destinations for cannabis consumers because it’s like entering the Scandinavian version of Alice in Wonderland, but instead of creepy cats, you can bask in plenty of hash, edibles, and herb, covered in a blanket of crystals. This city is inhabited by approximately 1000 citizens, who experience struggles with biker gangs and the law. It’s not as liberal as one may think, however it’s still the most historical cannabis spot in Europe.

Canadá

Famous for ice-hockey, maple syrup, curling, and nice people, Canada has legalized cannabis for medicinal and recreational use.

Canada has beautiful nature, where the infamous BC Bud blossoms under the cool summer sun. Places like Toronto and Vancouver are being covered with an abundance of cannabis. It’s the second country in the world, after Uruguay to legalize the consumption of cannabis nationwide. There is absolutely no better destination in terms of cannabis coupled with breathtaking smoke spots. Canada has amazing mountains, fresh air, and superb marijuana.

Alaska

AlaskaThe neighbor of Canada, Alaska, legalized the recreational and medicinal use of cannabis on a state level. If you’re into cold climates, filled with awe-inspiring landscapes and plenty of cannabis, this is a great destination. This cannabis destination is not crawling with tourists, so if you wish to consume some bud like an introvert with some nice people, Alaska is the spot.

It’s also the birthplace of the famous strain Alaskan Thunderfuck, that comes from the Matanuska Valley region in Alaska. In 1975 Irwin Ravin arrested himself on purpose to show that the laws of Alaska were enforced on faulty grounds. After a series of events, Alaskan Thunderfuck came to light, illuminating this perfect cannabis destination with an abundance of trichomes.

Jamaica

Welcome to Jamaica, the most well-known cannabis destination. It’s impossible to mention this Caribbean paradise without mentioning Bob Marley, who was the most famous cannabis consumer in the history of mankind. According to the teachings of the Rastafarian religion, Rastas use cannabis as a sacrament, for enlightenment and bonding with fellow worshipers in “reasoning sessions”.

Bob Marley who was a Rasta himself, was one of the most famous musicians of all time, who advertised cannabis as the ultimate herb. Now, Jamaica is known as the place where the cannabis culture is abundant. They have special resorts for tourists, who can purchase an all-inclusive ganja experience, to enjoy this paradise with some local weed.

Best Cannabis Spots For Tourists

It will be interesting to see how the political climate surrounding cannabis will establish new and interesting cannabis destinations. As California is beginning their recreational cannabis sales, we can imagine that they’ll become one of the most famous cannabis destinations in North America. Many other places like Uruguay and Australia also have the potential of establishing a tourist cannabis destination. Travel to all the aforementioned places, and enjoy the company of the sweet Mary Jane.