1/ Cologne
Chances are you'll get a good downpour on a trip to Cologne, but don't stress there are things to do!
The funicular allows you to admire the city and Cologne from the sky whether it is raining or not, it is breathtaking. Once up there, it is impossible to miss the cathedral, the largest Gothic church in Europe, and visit it in the rain because of its charm.
Then we will discover at the Perfume Museum how the Italian perfumer Johann Maria Farina developed the very famous eau de Cologne.
2/ Portland, Oregon, USA
The Powell's City of Books, more than 6300 m² distributed in a huge building, proclaims itself the largest independent bookstore in the world. You can also attend readings by authors and reading for children
The children will also be very happy to go to the Oaks Amusement Park which has a beautiful wooden skate track on which you can play Beyoncé in her Blow clip, or take lessons in Jam Skatting (acrobatic rollerblading), roller derby or freestyle slalom.
3/ Hong Kong
The city has many indoor activities:video game rooms, virtual shopping centers and cybercafés.
There is the Hong Kong History Museum to learn about the cultural heritage of the city but do not miss an "afternoon tea" break. A tradition that dates back to the British colonial period.
4/ Rotterdam, Netherlands
Rotterdam at its covered market. The Markthal market has the size of a football field with its dozens of stalls of fresh produce scattered under a psychedelic ceiling.
Finally, attending a live concert at Jazzcafé Dizzy is a good way to end a rainy day.
5/ Vancouver, Canada
Rain doesn't mean everyone is stuck at home.
The temperate environment of the Bloedel Conservatory is ideal for viewing colorful macaws, African parrots and finches flying above the lush rainforest.
The Vancouver Art Gallery and its 10,000 works occupy hours with exhibitions, talks and other events.
6/ Edinburgh, Scotland
If someone says Scotland, you think of Scottish Whisky. For fans, discover the history and secrets of making the malt drink during a tour of the Scottish Whiskey Experience, a walk that ends with a tasting.
7/ Oahu, Hawaii, USA
Yes, even in Hawaii it rains!
The first thing to do is to bathe in the rain. Air and water - at the same temperature - make the experience pleasant.
The semi-covered Waikiki Aquarium is fascinating if you're traveling with children, while Shangri La, the house built by Doris Duke in the 1930s, displays a large collection of Islamic art in the form of paintings, mosaics and more precious objects.
