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When Should I Take My Dream Vacation?

Tired of the daily grind? Ready to get away from it all with that vacation you've always wanted but never quite put into motion? The first step is deciding where, exactly, you'd like to travel. You can't make your escape until you know where you're going!

The Exotic Getaway

If your dreams are full of palm trees and white sand beaches, aim your compass at island areas like the Bahamas and the Philippines. It's here you'll find your picturesque paradise with miles and miles of coastline and the ocean in every direction. The Dominican Republic, for example, is famous for its clean, tranquil beaches, and you won't find livelier crowds than the ones at the bonfire parties of Brazil. And don't forget Hawaii, the motherland of everyone's imagination!

Bahamas
The Jungle Adventure

If your tastes involve a little less sunbathing and a little more adrenaline, consider somewhere like Peru, Thailand or South Africa. These exciting locales offer everything from mountain climbing to deep-sea diving for all manners of extreme living in both land and air. 

A good trick for the adrenaline adventure is to decide what activity you're most interested in, then research the best places in the world for achieving it. For example, surfers will love the wild waves of Australia's Gold Coat, while hikers will probably prefer something dryer, like the ancient remains of Machu Picchu.


The Winter Wonderland

Maybe beaches and skydives aren't your thing. Maybe you'd prefer to travel somewhere with snow, skiing and cozy cottages that serve six different types of hot chocolate. If this sounds like your version of heaven, check out places like the Swiss Alps or the Hokkaido area of Japan. There are no shortage of resorts and hideaways where you can unplug from the rest of the world and enjoy a few stolen moments of mountaintop serenity.


The Trailblazer

What if these options still aren't enough? Or what if you want them all? If your feet are too itchy to settle on just one travel destination, consider a long, sprawling tour of Europe or South America. These are places without strict visa laws, so you'll be able to move somewhat freely between borders and cultures. You can linger where you like or leave as you see fit. You can travel by foot, wheel or wing, either backpacking or looking into charter jet companies to get you around. 

For the traveler who truly wants to get away, an extended vacation is the only way to go.