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Bonsai Rock - Believe it or not, Lake Tahoe isn't just a getaway for wild college students on spring break. If you visit outside of peak tourist season, this stunning spot is the epitome of peace and tranquility.

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Bonsai Rock - Other than being a picturesque place to soak up the sunset, this Instagram-worthy rock formation between Sand Harbor Overlook and Hidden Beach is the perfect sunbathing spot to rest after a dip in Lake Tahoe's crystal clear waters.

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Multnomah Falls - If this waterfall isn't the living manifestation of what dreams are made of, then what is? Otherwise known as Bridal Falls, this colossal cascade is the tallest in all of Oregon, at a height of 620 ft.

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Nestled between two basalt rocks draped in a layer of luminous green moss is the  Historic Columbia River Highway, which looks quite possibly like the motorway to heaven. If you want to discover more idyllic locations in the Pacific Northwest has to offer, click here.

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Aspen - Though this mountain town in Colorado is famous around the world for its ski resorts, its iridescent lakes and fantastic fall foliage make Aspen a must-see destination all year long.

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Beyond the awe-inspiring resorts and iconic Maroon Bells lake, this town nestled in the Rocky Mountains is home to endless woodlands for outdoor enthusiasts to fall in love with. That's not all! Click here to uncover Colorful Colorado's most charming mountain towns. 

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Bamboo Forest - This may look like an enchanted forest in the heart of China, but in fact, you can find this magical place in the Aloha State. It's a one-mile hike to get to Maui's majestic Pipiwai Trail, but it's well worth the journey.

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Bamboo Forest - There's a lot more to this forest than just sky-high bamboo stalks! The natural area also showcases the 200-ft-tall Makahiku Falls with an "infinity pool" at the very top. Though it is not safe to swim in, the view from the top of the falls is too beautiful for words.

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Boldt Castle - Who said you need to fly to Europe to see a captivating castle? Located in the 1000 Islands, right near Alexandria Bay, stands an architectural marvel built in 1904.

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Boldt Castle - Though it has gone on to become a tourism hub, the six-story castle was originally made as a testament of love and a gift from designer and millionaire George Boldt to his wife Louise Kehrer Boldt. Construction on the landmark abruptly ended when she died in 1904, but it was eventually bought and restored by The Thousand Islands Bridge Authority.

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Midway Ice Castles - If you're searching for a winter wonderland experience straight out of a storybook, look no further than this spellbinding site in northern Utah.

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Midway Ice Castles - These otherworldly ice castles are made by artisans molding together thousands of icicles into spectacular sculptures which weigh approximately 25,000,000 lbs each. If you're a 'Frozen' fan, be sure to snap a picture with the landmark's ice princesses.

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To say this cottage in Tyringham is straight out of a storybook would be an understatement. The colonial home was made from a barn dating back to 1739, when the town was originally settled. 

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The hobbit-like home was designed by the famous English sculptor Sir Henry Hudson Kitson. In 1920, he began transforming the barn into a sculpting studio and spent the last 25 years of his life completing it. Today, the breathtaking property can be rented out at a steep price for weddings and a variety of other events.

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Bellagio Conservatory & Botanical Gardens - Fantasies come to life at these glorious gardens inside the luxurious Bellagio Hotel in Las Vegas. Here thousands of flowers are harvested and transformed into mesmerizing works of art beyond your wildest dreams.

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Bellagio Conservatory & Botanical Gardens - The botanical gardens showcase dazzling displays that change with the seasons, such as collections of cherry blossoms and wildflowers in the spring and its famed Christmas display in the winter.

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Glacier Bay - This marvelous marine park is home to a diverse array of rich wildlife waiting to be discovered. The exploration opportunities are endless, from hiking through emerald green forests to whale watching in sparkling turquoise waters.

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Glacier Bay - If you want to go off the grid and leave the rest of the world behind, this is the place to be. Take a boat trip and see the glorious glaciers up close and personal at one of the most stunning natural parks in the United States.

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Biltmore Estate - This enormous estate in Asheville, NC, is widely regarded as one of the most impressive examples of classic French architecture in America. At 178,926 sq ft, it is also the largest privately owned home in the country.

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Biltmore Estate - This Château-style mansion was built by George Washington Vanderbilt II in 1895, and it remains a momentous landmark of the Gilded Age. If you want to feel like royalty for a day,  be sure to take a tour of these gorgeous grounds.

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Dog Mountain - This picturesque trailhead overlooking Washington's lovely Columbia River Gorge looks as though it could be in 'The Sound of Music.' It is especially stunning during springtime when red, blue, and yellow wildflowers dot the cliffside.

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Dog Mountain - This exceptional 6.9-mile hiking trail rises up to 2,948 ft at its peak, and provides incredible views of the famous Gorge down below. Some of the most popular attractions in the area include Mount Hood and Mount St. Helens.

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Cleveland Botanical Garden - Though there is a variety of lovely gardens scattered throughout the US, the Cleveland Botanical Garden has a special 'Secret Garden' quality to it that is hard to top.

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Cleveland Botanical Garden - The park is home to 350 different types of plants, 50 animal species, and expansive fields of tulips that are truly to die for.

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The Newport Mansions - Yet another example of an architectural masterpiece built by the famed Vanderbilt family, this grand collection of magnificent mansions takes visitors back to the glitz and glamour of aristocratic life during the Gilded Age.

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These extraordinary estates from the 19th and 20th centuries blow thousands of visitors away yearly with their extravagant arches, breathtaking ballrooms, and glorious gardens. Some of the most popular houses include The Breakers, Rosecliff, and The Elms.

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