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Paris, France
Could there be anything more romantic than Paris? With its picture perfect avenues, glistening landmarks, and the Seine running right through it all, this city was built for lovers. Le Bristol took the opportunity during Covid-induced closure to renovate the hotel's luxurious rooms and suites—and add in a lovely courtyard garden strewn with roses. For the ultimate in Parisian glamour, book the palatial Honeymoon Suite, located on the top floor with panoramic views of the city.

Masai Mara, Kenya
Masai Mara is arguably the most renowned safari destination in Africa, home to the big five and stage to the great annual wildebeest migration. Conservation-led travel company andBeyond has already crafted tailor-made honeymoon itineraries in each of their destinations (which span the world from Chile to Sri Lanka). Its Bateleur Camp epitomizes old world glamour and romance. Nestled in a private corner of the Masai Mara, it has just 19 tented suites, each equipped with hardwood floors, a private butler, silver and copper polished bathtubs, antiques, Chesterfield leather sofas, and outdoor showers. Cue the Out of Africa references.

Champagne, France
What better way to toast your marriage than in the birthplace of bubbly? The Champagne region of France boasts miles of UNESCO-certified vineyards, Michelin-starred restaurants, and hot air ballon or boat rides down the Marne River. The Royal Champagne Hotel & Spa is a 49-room boutique hotel with Biologique Recherche spa treatments and private terraces overlooking the surrounding vineyards and villages. It's also just a 30-minute drive to Reims, the de facto capital of the region, and its many historic sites (the Notre-Dame cathedral, for instance, was where French kings were crowned for more than 1,000 years).

Carmel-by-the-Sea, California
Voted one of the best cities in the U.S. by our readers—and easily one of the most beautiful towns in America—Carmel-by-the-Sea is dotted with European-style cottages that house art galleries and specialty boutiques, and serves as the perfect starting point to explore greater Monterey County. You probably already know about the town’s famous California beaches and drives on Highway 1, but there’s a lot more to Carmel than coastlines: think excellent local cuisine, boutique hotels, and a burgeoning wine scene. Retreat to L’Auberge Carmel, an intimate stucco inn, built in 1929 and now run by Relais & Chateaux, with a beautiful central courtyard that feels straight out of rural France.

Paia, Hawaii
It’s all about indulging your castaway fantasies in this small village on Maui’s North Coast. Sure, the town center is sweet, even a little hip: It boasts a tattoo parlor and boutiques selling stylish, locally made beachwear. However, insiders know that Paia is all about the beach—namely, Ho’okipa Beach Park, beloved by locals for its white sand and by surfers, wind-surfers, and kite-surfers for its near-perfect breaks. Tip: Grab a plate lunch at the Paia Fish Market to fortify you before a big day on the water.

Sedona, Arizona
Set in the shadow of red-rock monoliths, Sedona benefits from its striking location—visitors often beeline for its buttes, canyons, and spires. On clear nights, take in the region’s dark skies and a dazzling display of stars. A must-stay here is L’Auberge de Sedona, a favorite of our readers. The hotel is set in the heart of Red Rock Country, which means beauty abounds everywhere you look.

Friday Harbor, Washington
This beautiful hamlet sits in the farthest northwest reaches of Washington, with a marina at Roche Harbor that serves as a jumping off point for cruising around small, uninhabited islands. Friday Harbor was once a major produce provider for the state, but these days, the economy is centered around tourism—sea kayaking and orca-watching are the biggest draws. Year-round ferries from Anacortes (on the mainland) make it easy to visit in every season.

Camden, Maine
This classic New England seaside town is so picture-perfect, it was the primary filming location for the 1957 movie Peyton Place (a film about—surprise!—a seemingly idyllic town.) The motto of Camden has long been “Where the mountains meet the sea,” and indeed, Mount Battie and Bald Mountain rise up above the harbor and the village; a hike to the top of the former will reward you with a stellar view. Though most of the village’s commerce is aimed squarely at tourists, there are some gems, like boutique hotel Whitehall.

Cannon Beach, Oregon
Drive about 80 miles northwest of Portland and you’ll wind up on one of the most beautiful stretches of sand in the country: Cannon Beach. Known for Haystack Rock, a 235-foot monolith protruding out of the water best viewed from nearby Ecola State Park or the guest rooms at Stephanie Inn, the eponymous village on the shore was officially incorporated in 1957. It's popular today for its cute chocolate shops, art galleries, microbreweries, and cozy vacation rentals.

Taos, New Mexico
The lovely high-desert town of Taos has a long and fascinating history. The Taos Pueblo, which is three miles from the center of town, has been home to native peoples for nearly a millennium, making the community one of the oldest continually occupied places in the U.S. (it is also an UNESCO World Heritage site). Today, the town is known for its culture: Painters, sculptors, and writers began to come here in 1899, and Taos now has a thriving artists’ colony. The town’s natural beauty—with red-rock canyons, clear blue desert skies, and snow-capped mountains on the horizon—inspires creative people of all types.

At the Top, Burj Khalifa
The world's tallest building is, unsurprisingly, visible from almost everywhere in Dubai. Taking in the site is thrilling enough from the street, but you can also visit the top of the 160-story behemoth—brace yourself for the thrill of the high-speed elevators, followed by complete awe the moment you step onto the observation deck. Buy tickets online in advance for a specific time slot. Most first-time visitors to Dubai go to the top.

Ski Dubai
In the middle of a mall in the desert, the world's third-largest indoor ski slope is a sight to behold. A daily lift ticket will run you about $138 (excluding equipment rentals), while a Snow Daycation pass, which primarily provides access to the non-skiing parts of the mountain like tubing, costs $75 per person, and you should plan to get there early. The place is filled with families with kids, most of whom are taking part in various rides, penguin visits and the Snow Cinema instead of skiing. If you're here to shred, there are two runs and a dedicated freestyle area (but Vail this is not).

Al Seef
From its location within the emirate's cultural epicenter, Al Seef marries the city’s heritage with contemporary offerings. The 1.1-mile precinct that hugs the Dubai Creek is split into two areas: one dedicated to the past and another to the future. Meander through the charming laneways, stop and have a coffee or a meal at one of the many restaurants and cafes, or simply sit and watch the activity on the creek from one of the tranquil public spaces.

Abra Ride Across Dubai Creek
Riding an abra, or traditional wooden boat, is one of the most low-key ways to get a feel for life in Dubai. The boats gather on either side of Dubai Creek—in Deira or Bur Dubai—and can carry about 20 people. Many locals use the boats to get across the creek quickly and to avoid traffic, but you'll also see lots of tourists, especially at dusk. Given that it's quick and cheap, an abra ride is a must if you plan on spending any time at all in Old Dubai or visiting the QE2.

Reynisfjara, Iceland
If the moon had a shoreline, it would probably look something like Reynisfjara. Just a 20-minute drive from Vik in southern Iceland, jet-black sand and spectacularly shaped basalt columns make this beach one of the most impressive sites in an already impressive country.

Namib Desert, Namibia
With its otherworldly landscapes and isolated luxury lodges—not to mention populations of rhinos, giraffes, and elephants—Namibia is like nowhere else on Earth. In fact, its red sand dunes and skeletal trees might make you think you’ve been transported to Mars instead of Southwest Africa.

Blue Lake Luzern, Switzerland
Lucerne, a city in Central Switzerland, without a doubt, justifies the claim of the most lovely city in Switzerland and also the most beautiful vacation spots in the world.

Every year more than 9 million tourists witness this beautiful place. It is a paradise for newlyweds and you will often observe couples there.

Moreover, the blue waters in the city and the greens together synergize into making this one of the most visited places in Switzerland. Lucerne is famous for its postcard views and lovely weather.

Milford Sound, New Zealand – Explore the 8th Wonder of the World
Formed by glaciers during the Ice Age, the scene around Milford Sound still bears proof of its creation as an epic landscape: Cliffs rise from fjords crowned by mountains and waterfalls.

After the experience, the water from the surface goes underneath to visit the main coasting, submerged observatory in New Zealand, Milford Discovery Center and Underwater Observatory. You can go more than 30 feet somewhere down in the water and get 30 deg of submerged condition.

Singapore – City of Garden
From a fishing village to one of the most developed places in the world, Singapore is the best vacation spot in the world. Singapore is also known as the Garden City because there are trees everywhere which makes it like a Garden. The delicious food, picturesque sightseeing, adventurous activities and splendid charm of this place would entice you forever.

Singapore is famous for its beautiful place like Garden by the Bay, Marina Bay Sands, Singapore Flyer, Sentosa, Chinatown and Merlion.

Cape Tribulation, Australia
Queensland's Cape Tribulation is great fun for adventurous children, and adults too. With both lush forests and palm tree-lined beaches, there are plenty of activities on offer. From here, you can also take a boat trip out to the barrier reef or trek through Daintree Rainforest on the look out for prehistoric cassowaries, avoiding crocodiles, spiders and snakes along the way. The brave might want to try a night-time rainforest walk, or a thrilling tree top jungle zip wire.

Tokyo, Japan
There are loads of kid-friendly destinations in Japan, but when it comes places with activities all the family will enjoy – as with everything – you're spoiled for choice in Tokyo. The Ghibli Museum and Odaiba are highlights, and the city has plenty of huge parks and interactive museums to explore together. Tokyo Disneyland is also nearby, while Yokohama (for Chinatown and yet another ferris wheel), Kamakura and Nikkō (more nature and history, less neon) are all visitable on a day trip.

Maastricht, the Netherlands…for a Different Dutch Experience
Visiting the southern city of Maastricht almost never makes sense as part of a Dutch itinerary.

Located in the ‘appendix’ of the Netherlands, at the southernmost point of the country, it’s a perfect stop en route from Brussels in Belgium to Cologne in Germany.

In fact, Mastricht is so far removed from the rest of the Netherlands that even Dutch citizens consider it a getaway “abroad”, thanks to its unique language, culture, and cuisine.

Dumfries and Galloway, Scotland…for colorful villages and dramatic scenery
Tucked away in the southwest of Scotland, Dumfries and Galloway is within easy reach of Glasgow, yet tourists often give it a miss in favor of the more well-trodden route north to the Scottish Highlands.

Don’t miss this region rich in historical, cultural and natural attractions.

Dumfries and Galloway serve up all the traditional Scottish favorites…from impressive castles and whiskey distilleries to standing stones, red deer and stunning scenery.

Rio de Janeiro, in full Cidade de São Sebastião do Rio de Janeiro, byname Rio, city and port, capital of the estado (state) of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. It is located on the Atlantic Ocean, in the southeastern part of the tropical zone of South America, and is widely recognized as one of the world’s most beautiful and interesting urban centres. Although Rio de Janeiro continues to be the preeminent icon of Brazil in the eyes of many in the world, in reality its location, architecture, inhabitants, and lifestyle make it highly unique when compared with other Brazilian cities, especially the country’s capital of Brasília or the much larger city of São Paulo.

SAINT LUCIA IS NO ORDINARY ISLAND
Equal parts beauty and mystique, Saint Lucia captivates anyone who sets foot on her coastline. Always evocative, she welcomes visitors with her soothing waves, warm beaches, and hospitable people. The only sovereign nation to be named for a woman, the island personifies adventure and inspiration. Her visitors invariably find themselves reluctant to leave and eager to return.

Yosemite
Not just a great valley, but a shrine to human foresight, the strength of granite, the power of glaciers, the persistence of life, and the tranquility of the High Sierra.

First protected in 1864, Yosemite National Park is best known for its waterfalls, but within its nearly 1,200 square miles, you can find deep valleys, grand meadows, ancient giant sequoias, a vast wilderness area, and much more.

Reine, Norway
This fishing village sits above the Arctic Circle in Norway’s Lofoten Islands and has a population of about 300. Just imagine the northern lights from here.

Milford Sound, New Zealand
Within Fiordland National Park you’ll find Milford Sound, the poster for New Zealand’s South Island. (You might recognize the landscape from The Lord of the Rings.)