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Easter Island, Chile -

Marvel as the setting sun creates silhouettes out of the mysterious moai, the monumental statues this destination is famous for.

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Maldives, Indian Ocean - Banish stress and instead soak in the serenity of this turquoise-colored destination.

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Prague, Czech Republic - The historical capital of Bohemia mesmerizes with its rich history and unmissable cultural attractions.

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Kilimanjaro, Tanzania - Be humbled by the grandeur of nature while reminding yourself of how precious this unique environment is.

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Ushuaia, Argentina - Journey down to Tierra del Fuego and the world's southernmost city, nicknamed the "End of the World."

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Kyoto, Japan - In spring, Kyoto shimmers under a delicate canopy of lilac cherry blossoms. But Fall is an equally enchanting time to visit.

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Paris, France - Stroll the Left Bank before heading for the Eiffel Tower after it's illuminated. Not for nothing is Paris known as the "City of Lights."

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Yunnan Province, China - Embrace the picture-book location that is the mighty Jade Dragon Snow Mountain and the charmingly named Black Dragon Pool.

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Venice, Italy - Experience the Grand Canal by gondola and admire the views from the beautiful Rialto Bridge.

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Koh Tao, Thailand - Palm trees and reefs make this island getaway a place of peace and tranquility.

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Moselle River Valley, France - Relax and uncork a bottle of wine in this green valley of vineyards.

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Bora Bora, French Polynesia - The sun-kissed South Pacific provides a glorious setting for this remote and luxurious island.

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Bruges, Belgium -

Medieval in character and utterly charming to explore, West Flanders's capital city enchants with its canals and cobblestone streets.

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Hamilton Island, Australia - Say "G'day" to this scenic getaway, nestled among the Whitsunday islands near the Great Barrier Reef.

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Old Strasbourg, France - Better known as Petite France, the Old Town's collection of timber-framed buildings and magnificent Gothic cathedral is medieval Europe personified.

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Victoria Falls, Zambia - You'll be wide-eyed and open-jawed standing in front of this huge curtain of water.

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Lake District, England -

Breathe in the great outdoors during a hike through the dramatic Lake District National Park.

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Fernando de Noronha, Brazil -

If you're looking for pristine, near-empty beaches lapped by the blue waters of a protected national maritime park, then this eco-sanctuary is for you.

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Santorini, Greece - This white-washed town sits like a sapphire in the Aegean Sea. Its collection of sugar-cube dwellings and blue-domed churches will take your breath away.

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Victoria, Canada -

Set on Vancouver Island, the destination is known as "The Garden City" for its acres of parks and show gardens. Outdoor types will love the watersport options.

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Cliffs of Moher, Ireland -

A breathtaking Atlantic Ocean view rewards those visiting this natural attraction located in County Clare.

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Florence, Italy -

Cradle of the Renaissance, this superstar of Italian cities will leave you breathless with its astonishing collections of art and seductive architecture.

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Painswick, England - This village is nestled in the rolling Cotswold hills and surrounded by a patchwork quilt of fields and meadows.

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Lake Wanaka, New Zealand - South Island's alpine Wanaka region has a skyful of stars as its roof—billions of them at that! This area is a stargazer's paradise and you'll spend all night wishing upon them.

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St. Petersburg, Russia - Once the capital of Imperial Russia, the city is full of head-turning visitor attractions, many of them quite staggering in their beauty and prestige.

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New York City, United States - Head to the top of the Empire State Building and go weak at the knees over the diamond-like city sparkling below.

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Heidelberg, Germany - The city's 13th-century Old Town is a cluster of historic "must-sees:" it includes an imposing castle and the oldest university in Germany.

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Savannah, United States - Georgia's oldest city is also its most charming. Romantics are drawn to its leafy, laid-back charm and that good old southern hospitality.

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Bazaruto Island, Mozambique - A string of sand dune islands anchored off the country's southern coast, the Bazaruto archipelago is a wilderness that answers only to nature. Privacy and seclusion are what you'll find here.

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Burgh Island, England - The Devon island is famous for its Art Deco hotel with its 1930's glamour. The island is reached by sea tractor.

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Jodhpur, India - Feeling blue? This place will cheer you up! Set within 15th-century walls, the landscape of blue cubes is absolutely enchanting. Go on and lose yourself in this medieval maze.

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Sintra, Portugal -

UNESCO has acknowledged Sintra's romantic castles, and it's no wonder! This pretty town is dotted with royal retreats, grand palaces, and an ancient castle.

See also: Portugal's picture-perfect towns and villages

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