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1. Admire fall foliage in the Poconos ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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2. See the views in Big Sur ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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3. Discover Brisbane, Australia

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4. Charleston

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5. Charlottesville

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6. Faro, Portugal

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7. Galapagos Islands, Ecuador

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8. Lampang, Thailand

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9. Las Vegas, USA

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10. Mauritius

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11. Miami

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12. Ocho Rios, Jamaica

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13. Paris, France

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14. Queenstown, New Zealand

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15. Rocky Mountain National Park

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16. Austin

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17. Bar Harbor, USA

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18. San Juan

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19. Sardinia, Italy

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20. Antigua, Antigua

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21. Seville, Spain

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22. Zion National Park

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23. Zurich, Switzerland

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Summary and Frequenly Asked Questions:

  • October, a month that brings to mind fall festivals, leaves changing color, Columbus Day weekend, and cooler weather, is also a fantastic time to take a trip.
  • Head to places like Bar Harbor or The Poconos, where fall foliage is at its best during this time of year.
  • If you’d rather escape the sometimes chilly weather and head someplace warmer, options include Antigua, Ocho Rios, and San Juan.

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