Photo Tour: 13 Amazing Places to Visit
Looking for a new place to visit or just satisfying your wanderlust? This list will help!
U.S. News & World Report recently talked to travel experts and came up with a list of favored travel destinations.
Whether its hitting the beach for some sun, exploring a sleepy mountain village, visiting a famous capital or getting lost in nature, this list has it.
For the rest of the list as well as some fun things to do in each place listed, click here and travel to U.S. News.
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- 1. Paris, France – The popularly known City of Love tops this list. Paris has wonderful sites to see such as the Eiffel Tower or museums like The Louvre. And when that isn’t enough, the rich culture and vast history should settle you! (iStockphoto)
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- 2. London, England – The London Eye, West End Theater, Wimbledon! You’ll never be bored here! London is not only gorgeous, but has something for every person. Ace! (iStockphoto)
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- 3. Barcelona, Spain – There’s not another city like Barcelona, tucked away in the northern corner of Spain. Barcelona also sits on the edge of the Mediterranean Sea and was named “Best Beach City” by National Geographic. Better get your tickets soon! (iStockphoto)
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- 4. Maui, Hawaii – Live out your vacation dreams at this island paradise! Not only does Maui have spectacular beaches and amazing sites, but did you know that there a national park called Haleakalā National Park that sits above the clouds? How amazing is that?! (Joe Parks/Flickr.com)
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- 5. New York, New York, USA – One of the most famous cities in America, New York lives up to its nickname, The City That Never Sleeps. But that’s good news for you! Visit Times Square, Central Park, and Broadway, some of the most popular spots in the city!
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- 6. San Francisco, California, USA – Any Californian city has that unique vibe, and San Francisco is no different. Home of the Golden Gate Bridge as well as the Giants Baseball team. Experience some great things that you can’t find anywhere else! (Sudheer G/Flickr)
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- 7. Puerto Rico – Snorkling, salsa dancing, and no passport required! What else could you want from an island paradise! Puerto Rico gives its vistors countless things to do so you’ll never be bored. (Breezy Baldwin/Wikimedia)
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- 8. Sydney, Australia – Of course, the most iconic stop in Sydney is the Sydney Opera House, but this city has so much more to offer. Luna Park, Taronga Zoo, Sydney Harbor Bridge; take your pick! (iStockphoto)
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- 9. Rio de Janario, Brazil – Christ the Redeemer is a site to see in Rio.On top of that, visit the multiple museums and natural wonders to get a full appreciation for the Brazilian culture. (Wikimedia)
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- 10. Bora Bora – This seems like the perfect place to just get away! November and April are said to be the best times to visit Bora Bora, so clear those months off on your calendar. (Didierlefort/Wikimedia)
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- 11. U.S. Virgin Islands – I have three phrases for you: Cheap flights, perfect weather and no passort required. Sounds perfect, right? Well, they all describe the U.S. Virgin Islands! (iStockphoto)
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- 12. Vancouver, Canada – This Canadian Gem sits on the coast of the Pacific, just to the north of America. Not only is Vancouver gorgeous, there are plenty of places to ski, great food, and countless ways to get fit while you visit! (James Z/Flickr)
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- 13. Edinburgh, Scotland – Do you like castles? Well, Edinburgh has tons! Also, the festival scene here is amazing! Learn a bit of Scottish history by day and hang out with the locals by night! (Hansueli Krapf/Wikimedia)
Don’t agree with this list or can think of some other places that would be better? Let us know in a comment below!
