Categories: Wanderlust

10 Places to Visit Before You Die

1. Santorini, Greece

Santorini is a beautiful city on the Aegean Sea. Known for its white houses, Santorini is a beautiful escape on the water with loads of history to be explored. The best time to visit to avoid an over-abundance of tourists is between April and July.

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2. Amalfi Coast, Italy

This beautiful attraction is a 50-kilometer long road that extends from Salerno and Sorrento. The coastline can be traveled by bus, car or even hiking and is best known for its welcoming hostels and beautiful vineyards.

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3. Glacier Bay, Alaska

This 1,375 square mile wide ice land is filled mountains covered in glaciers and snow. Although it is beautiful to see year round, the best time to visit and get a tour is from July to August.

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4. Mackinaw Island, Michigan

Mackinaw Island is an island located between the upper and lower peninsula in Michigan. Recognized by its use of horse and buggy, it has beautiful landmarks all along its 8 mile trails. A beautiful summer getaway, but an even cooler winter wonderland.

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5. Dublin, Ireland

Dublin, the capital of Ireland, is popular for travelers of all ages. With its historic buildings such as the Dublin Castle, and exciting nightlife, it is an amazing place to travel. Make sure to check out Grafton Street, known as being the city’s principle shopping area.

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6. Lucerne, Switzerland

Surrounded by ice-capped mountains, Lucerne is a 14th century city known for its colorful old town. It gets the name as the storybook Swiss town and can be remembered for its amazing skiing and hiking.

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7. Foz do Iguacu, Brazil

This city in Brazil is a prime spot to visit the Iguacu Falls, one of the world’s largest waterfalls. These falls also contain the 80-km Devil’s Throat. Although the main attraction is the Iguacu Falls, the city also offers 80 different types of culture and interesting architecture.

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8. Cairns, Australia

Cairns is the city that allows you to leap into the Great Barrier Reef and the Daintree Rainforest. Enjoy the popular nightlife or take a day trip to see platypus play in the Atherton Tableland. Whatever you are looking for, Cairns is most likely to have it.

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9. Stirling, Scotland

Clustered around a large fortress and medieval town, Stirling is located in central Scotland. Visit Stirling castle, the Smith Art Gallery and Museum, and the National Wallace Monument to make your trip worthwhile.

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10. Banff, Alberta

Banff is a town in Banff National Park known for its beautiful mountains and untouched nature. Seeing the mountains through a gondola ride and river rafting/tubing will make sure to get the most out of your trip to Banff.

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Haley Marentette

Red-headed physical therapy student wanting to change the world. Lover of her dogs Bear and Puppers (no, her mother named her that). Enjoys jazz music, a fuzzy blanket, and a good hockey game.

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