First of all, I realize that this list is highly subjective. In fact, depending on the day, I may swap out one or two of these places add and add something else. But I think it will point you in the right direction. Whether you are thinking of a quick trip here in the U.S. or somewhere international, I think you'll enjoy these. You get to choose among spectacular mountain ranges, sparkling emerald lakes, thundering waterfalls, dreamy ancient towns perched on high cliffs, and parks that attract people from all over the world.

Best Places to Visit Around the World:

Hike to Maroon Bells, USA

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Hike to Maroon Bells, USA -                                     

Tour the Grand Canyon, USA

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Tour the Grand Canyon, USA -                                     

Enjoy spectacular sunsets in the Blue Ridge Mountains, USA

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Enjoy spectacular sunsets in the Blue Ridge Mountains, USA -                                     

Feel the magic of Oia, Santorini, Greece

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Feel the magic of Oia, Santorini, Greece -                                     

Take photos of the stunning Plitvice Lakes, Croatia

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Take photos of the stunning Plitvice Lakes, Croatia -                                     

Take in the coastal beauty of the Amalfi Coast, Italy

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Take in the coastal beauty of the Amalfi Coast, Italy -                                     

Dive into the Great Barrier Reef, Australia

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Dive into the Great Barrier Reef, Australia -                                     

Discover stunning mountain views of Torres del Paine National Park, Chile

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Discover stunning mountain views of Torres del Paine National Park, Chile -                                     

Capture the breathtaking mountain scenery of the Garden of the Gods, Colorado, USA

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Capture the breathtaking mountain scenery of the Garden of the Gods, Colorado, USA -                                     

Take photos of Moraine Lake, Canada

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Take photos of Moraine Lake, Canada -                                     

In Summary...

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