33 Holiday Destinations Everyone Should Visit At Least Once

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We recently asked members of BuzzFeed Community the one destination they think everyone needs to visit at least once. Here are the answers:

1. The Solomon Islands

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"I've been twice in the past few years and have experienced some of the best snorkelling/diving of my life!"

–zoenicoll

2. Yosemite National Park, California

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"The size and beauty of it will leave you speechless."

–elliew4fa1c00b5

3. The Caribbean Islands

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"The scenery is beautiful and there is so much to do: Swimming with dolphins, tubing through caves, walking through monkey sanctuaries and being able to interact with them, and the beaches are amazing."

–Beth Munchkin Garnham, Facebook

4. Rome, Italy

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"Rome has amazing restaurants and places to eat gelato, and is filled with loads of history. The people are also really nice and welcoming."

–crazysimsimmer

5. Samoa

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"It’s a beautiful island in the South Pacific which gets overlooked next to its flashier neighbours Fiji and Tahiti. Tourism is also relatively new there so you can have a really authentic Polynesian experience."

–lindas4f36f052e

6. Ireland

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"Ireland still retains its mystical qualities and you can have your share of culture, adventure, history, nature, and fun in a short amount of time! Highly recommend the Wild Atlantic Way for stunning scenery and amazing food."

–Ryan Reid, Facebook

7. Cairo, Egypt

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"Standing in front of the Pyramids of Giza and the Sphinx was an almost surreal experience."

–ravenbard

8. Cancún, Mexico

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"The beaches are absolutely stunning, the food is great, and there is so much to do. Also, the hotels are gorgeous and the people are super friendly."

–lexi3832

9. Iceland

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"Everything about the place is incredible."

–Dustin Carey, Facebook

10. Lake Catatumbo, Venezuela

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"Huge lightning storms for most nights of the year. You can stay in a hammock in an abandoned fishing lodge in the middle of the lake, and spend the entire night surrounded by silent but spectacular lightning storms."

–audreyd4fa8dfd70

11. Elephant Nature Park in Chiang Mai, Thailand.

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"It’s absolutely gorgeous and you get to help feed, wash and take care of rescue elephants."

–happygirlh4025

12. Costa Rica

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"It is the most laid-back and amazing country in the entire world."

–kelseyl4d4c74da7

"Ziplining alongside the Arenal Volcano is a must, as well as whitewater rafting."

–xodancerxo312

13. Disneyland, Paris

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"I truly believe that your inner child comes out when you walk through those gates. The sights, the smells, the music... it’s all so mesmerising. Magic at its absolute best."

–emilyw47d8096f9

14. Pompeii, Italy

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"It's extremely interesting and very easy to get lost in for hours!"

–LaCoseMigliori

15. The Northern Beaches, Papua New Guinea

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"Although it’s quite tricky to get there, (the closest airport is a three-hour drive on a bumpy mountain road), it is well worth the trip. Black sand beaches, with clear warm water, and beautiful huts to sleep in amongst a postcard jungle backdrop."

–bambakedbeans

16. Bermuda

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"With the pink sand, clear blue waters, and pastel buildings, the entire island is Insta-worthy. Plus, all of the locals are so friendly and fun to talk to."

–emireeshigfreed

17. Sapa, Vietnam

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"Sapa is located high in the mountains of northern Vietnam, surrounded by rice paddies and small villages. Hiking, exploring the paddies, and staying with locals makes this place a one-of-a-kind experience for any adventurer!"

–kaitlyna4ff3e678c

18. Jamaica

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"We stayed at the Grand Palladium, but the real fun is the experiences outside of the resort. Deep sea snorkelling, going into town, eating right off the trees where the people will just cut fruit down for you, hiking the land, parasailing, and the food is legit."

–Anna J Pittman

19. Southern Germany (Bavaria)

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"Beautiful, friendly people, great food, and beer! Bonus if you go for Oktoberfest. But don’t just stick around Munich, rent a car and get out to the country and the small towns. Amazing!"

–Mcfly7719

20. St. John, US Virgin Islands

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"75% of the island is a national park, very lush and green. The north beaches are the touristy beaches, and are very beautiful and well kept, but the south beaches are more interesting for snorkelling. Driving around the island is an adventure in itself, with steep hills and blind corners, but certainly worth it to explore the island’s hidden gems."

–Grant101010

21. Cape Town, South Africa

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"Cape Town is the most beautiful place in the world with endless amounts of places to explore!"

–sabrinas4f92db908

22. Santorini, Greece

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23. Aarhus, Denmark

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"It’s the second-largest city behind Copenhagen and even more vibrant. Aarhus is about as pedestrian-friendly as it gets and the culture is very different, but easy to navigate as almost everyone speaks English fluently."

–bailreckin

24. Lake Atitlan, Guatemala

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"It’s without a doubt the most magical place I have ever been to. The views are gorgeous no matter where you are and the locals are very welcoming. It’s tourist-friendly (and very safe) without being a tourist trap, all the unique towns/villages are easily accessible, and the weather is like late spring-early summer all the time."

–sunshinepills

25. Curaçao

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"One of the most chilled and prettiest places I've been to, it’s truly amazing. The people of the island are super chill, friendly, and make amazing food. The beaches are beautiful and the city has some great restaurants and shops."

–lauraded

26. Blue Lagoon, Bahamas

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"It is so pretty, and they have stuff like swimming with dolphins, sea lion encounters, and a water park in the ocean!"

–Puglover63

27. Annecy, France

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"It is absolutely breathtaking and my favourite place I have ever been to."

–haleym47f476f13

28. The Orkney and Shetland Islands

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"You'll learn a tonne about bits of history very few people know about and be able to see some of the oldest buildings in Europe. Plus the amazing people, the amazing food, the amazing wildlife and the amazing scenery. The weather can be a bit damp though."

–Tom McAteer, Facebook

29. Havana, Cuba

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"It is filled with rich, colourful architecture, and a vibrant population of locals. It’s the one Caribbean island that truly gives you that “foreign” experience, not to mention how fascinated you’ll become when hearing the history of country itself."

–Cierra Michelle

30. Istanbul, Turkey

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"So much to see and do there, it’s a city full of amazing history, culture, people, and food. Hands down the one place I would go to every year if I could."

–badas

31. The Scottish Highlands

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"No matter how often I visit, it always leaves me wanting more."

–Jolanda Witvoet, Facebook

32. Prague, Czech Republic

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"Rich in history, home of Alphonse Mucha, and also a city with a vibrant nightlife."

–Tammy Cham, Facebook

33. Maldives

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"It’s expensive af but if you only take one vacation in your life, make this it. You feel like you’ve died and walked into Google Images, everything is so picturesque and beautiful."

–Lola2902

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