Canceled journeys. Dashed plans to see household and mates. Missed alternatives to discover totally different locations and cultures. 

It was a yr of disappointment for vacationers because the COVID-19 pandemic swept the world. Health officials’ advice to not journey, private considerations and government-imposed travel restrictions to stem the unfold of the coronavirus that causes COVID-19 have been an inconvenient backdrop to a way more sinister actuality, with greater than 81.6 million instances and 1,780,710 deaths worldwide as of Tuesday, in accordance with Johns Hopkins information. The U.S. accounts for 19.Three million of these instances and 336,325 deaths.

However as COVID-19 vaccines begin to roll out, we’re hopeful that 2021 will carry extra alternatives to journey the globe – to the locations we have been wanderlusting after throughout this making an attempt yr.

Listed below are the locations that workers and contributors throughout the USA TODAY Community, together with journey website 10Best.com, wish to journey in 2021 – or when it is safer to take action. Once we’ll make it to those spots is but unknown, however we’re holding on to hope for a brighter yr of journey forward.  

1. Grand Canyon Nationwide Park, Arizona: With plunging depths and spectacular vistas, this is without doubt one of the nice wonders of the world and certainly one of America’s hottest nationwide parks. The Grand Canyon has impressed marvel since Indigenous individuals first farmed there centuries in the past. I adore it a lot that I celebrated my bachelorette get together there.

2. Madagascar: Possibly I’ve watched the DreamWorks film too many occasions with my youngsters in quarantine, however Madagascar looks as if the right respite from Zoom conferences to get reacquainted with nature.

3. Hawaii: Since shifting to the West (that means cheaper Hawaii flights), I’ve been dreaming of a seaside trip in Hawaii. It simply is perhaps time to drag the set off after the yr we’ve had.

– Thompson

4. So far as my saved-up Delta miles will take me: I used to be saving Delta miles for one more journey to Europe in 2020 with my college-age son and hope to take that journey in 2021 as a substitute. If not Europe, perhaps the Canadian Rockies.

5. Wherever my mother desires to go: I used to be lucky to see my 78-year-old mother greater than as soon as this yr, however a hoped-for journey over Thanksgiving didn’t materialize after she had a coronary heart assault. As quickly as COVID-19 clears and he or she’s able to journey, we’re hopping on a aircraft.

– Gilbertson

6. Paris: The quote “we’ll at all times have Paris” from “Casablanca” wasn’t true for my cousin and me this  yr. We deliberate to have fun my birthday and her graduate faculty acceptance there, however with an early-April departure date it was inevitably canceled, and I’ll have binged “Emily in Paris” greater than as soon as as a substitute sightseeing choice. I’ve my journey credit able to rebook ASAP.

7. Prague: I studied overseas within the Czech Republic in 2015, and 5 years away from the Metropolis of a Hundred Spires looks as if too lengthy an absence. My two girlfriends from this system and I’ve been itching for our post-college lives to align for a return –perhaps in 2021!

– Hines

8. Washington, D.C.: Since I graduated from Georgetown, I haven’t missed a yearly (or extra) likelihood to return to my alma mater – till 2020. Whereas D.C. is acquainted, it at all times offers a brand new, thrilling alternative within the type of a restaurant, espresso cease or museum.

– Hines

9. A COVID-19-free cruise: After a yr of reporting on cruises, primarily overlaying the COVID-19 pandemic, I’d prefer to get on a cruise ship and see for myself what it’s prefer to be on board with new well being and security protocols and restrictions.

– Hines

10. Amalfi Coast, Italy: After a 2019 journey to go to my brother, who was learning in Rome, offered a chance to see Naples and Capri, I’m itching to see extra of Italy, particularly the shoreline, ideally with an Aperol spritz in hand.

– Hines

11. Croatia: It’s been on my record for some time, and the wanderlust is actual. Will likely be ticking off as many spots as attainable in 2021.

– Hines

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12. Greece: I’ve by no means been to this European getaway, and dwelling some sort of “Mamma Mia” fantasy sounds simply what the physician ordered proper about now. When you’re studying this, you’re most likely saying “right here David goes once more,” or one thing. You’re proper, and ABBA.

13. Randolph, New Jersey: Possibly that is too easy or cliche, however I wish to go house to New Jersey. I haven’t been again for the reason that pandemic started, which pained me this fall. Nothing compares to the autumn foliage resulting in the home the place I grew up – cozy canopies of purple, yellow and orange. Plus, who wouldn’t wish to stroll via a picturesque strolling path whereas listening to Taylor Swift’s “Folklore” and “Evermore” albums? A rollicking European getaway is subsequent on the record, to make certain, however a cease in exurban ecstasy sounds preferrred first.

– Oliver

14. Australia: The entire nation is a mecca for swim nerds (I qualify). I imply, you may swim laps just a few toes from Sydney’s Bondi Seashore after which go bodysurf within the waves.

15. Cape City, South Africa: To borrow from Joey Tribbiani from “Friends”: Mountains, good. Seashore, good. Penguins, good. Incredible white wines, good.

– Deerwester

16. Ha Lengthy Bay, Vietnam: Along with resuming swimming to take care of my sanity throughout the pandemic, I additionally took up kayaking. I first realized of this spot east of Hanoi via a 2008 episode of “High Gear” and have been low-key obsessive about it ever since. It’s thought-about one of many new seven wonders of nature and a bucket-list vacation spot for a lot of paddlers because of its labyrinth of limestone monoliths, inlets and sea caves. And after an extended day of paddling, there’s even a hidden bar and restaurant the place I can indulge my love of Vietnamese meals.

– Deerwester

17. Salzburg, Austria: That is the place I did my examine overseas, and I haven’t been again since, though I nonetheless love the city and be in contact with a pal there. Conveniently sufficient, my previous dorm is a resort now. I’d prefer to bike across the Lake District and have a pint on the Augustiner brewery. And perhaps substitute my ceramic steins, which I’ve misplaced since my scholar days.

– Deerwester

18. Glacier Nationwide Park, Montana: The summer time earlier than beginning school, I labored at Lake McDonald Lodge in West Glacier. I used to swim throughout that stunning lake a few occasions every week. I wish to do this once more and pay one other go to to Sperry Chalet, which is accessible solely by foot or horse. This spot, the place I spent my 18th birthday, burned down within the 2017 wildfires and was not too long ago rebuilt. I additionally wish to take the reward store T-shirts up on their problem to “go climb a glacier” earlier than local weather change renders that choice inconceivable.

– Deerwester

19. Poland: In an effort to attach with our Polish heritage, I needed to take my dad on a visit to Poland this yr – however well being challenges and the pandemic put our planning on maintain. So, Kraków, Warsaw and Białystok, we’ll see you after we can (and we’ll be hungry for pierogies)!

20. Montreal, Canada: My mates and I deliberate to make a journey to Canada this spring or summer time, however, after all, the pandemic had different plans. Hopefully we’ll be consuming poutine and having fun with exploring this metropolis someday quickly.

– Moniuszko

21. France: Final yr, a few of my mates from France got here to the U.S. for a street journey, and we made a pact to begin alternating visits to 1 anothers’ nations yearly. So, 2020 was presupposed to be my yr to go to them in France and go on a street journey to Poitiers, Bordeaux and extra. However for now, all I can do is say, à bientôt (see you quickly)! (Hopefully!)

– Moniuszko

22. Japan’s Kii Peninsula: I used to be presupposed to take a self-guided strolling journey on the Kumano Kodō pilgrimage trails of the Kai Peninsula within the lead-up to the Tokyo Olympics. I’m hoping to expertise the redwood forests, shrines, scorching springs and solitude as quickly because it’s protected.

23. Coast of New England: Pre-pandemic, I had fantasized about driving the coast of New England, from Rhode Island to Maine. After having numerous time to analysis it extra (and take a look at loads of restaurant menus), the need to discover that area on a street journey has solely grown.

24. Japan for the Tokyo Worldwide Nice Quilt Competition: Over the previous a number of months, I’ve centered on my passion as a contemporary quilt maker as a distraction from the information and isolation of quarantine. I’ve at all times needed to expertise the websites, meals and tradition of Japan – what higher method than viewing the intricate work of Japanese quilters at this famous show?

25. Eire: My sister, cousin and myself have been organizing a giant household reunion in western Eire to happen in July when COVID-19 hit in March. We have been anticipating a big contingent of siblings and cousins to return and go to the small city the place our grandfather was born. Sadly, we needed to put the reunion on maintain and hope to make it to Eire quickly.

26. Portugal: An expensive pal immigrated to Portugal earlier than the pandemic, and it has a wonderful digital nomad group in addition to a number of paths towards prolonged residency for expats. The second I get caught with a vaccine, that’s the place I’m headed – the cliffs, wine, mates and tradition are ready!

27. French Polynesia: My husband and I grew up close to the Jersey Shore. We acquired married this yr in October and had deliberate to spend our honeymoon on the fabulous islands and seashores of French Polynesia. We like to journey and needed to go to a good looking location to calm down and spend our first few weeks as a married couple collectively. Possibly we’ll go for our one-year anniversary!

28. Russia and Georgia: My pal moved to Russia final yr. I had huge plans to go to her in 2020, however – yeah. I need her to indicate me round Moscow, take the prepare to St. Petersburg and finally head to Georgia as a result of 🍷.

29. Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ontario, Canada: That is our go-to summer time getaway spot, with fantastic boutique resorts, nice meals, wine and the world-famous Shaw Competition, a magnet for theater-goers all through North America.

30. Cameroon and Guinea-Bissau: I took photographs with a Cameroonian journalists who visited the newsroom final fall, and my father seen how remarkably related our faces have been. A DNA take a look at confirmed that my mom’s ancestors have been from what’s now Cameroon whereas my father’s ancestors have been from the world of Guinea-Bissau. I wish to discover these locations and as rather more of Africa as I can.

31. Madrid: After I’m feeling sorry for myself, I watch Pedro Almodovar’s “Girls on the Verge of a Nervous Breakdown.” I wish to go to this stunning metropolis to remain in Pepa’s penthouse condo, entertain crazy girlfriends after which race via the streets in a mambo taxi.

– Nichelle Smith

32. Belgium and the Netherlands: I’ve acquired a dream spring journey to Belgium to catch the spring biking season with the Ronde van Vlaanderen and standing atop the well-known Koppenberg. Then we’ll head as much as the Netherlands to see the tulips at Keukenhof – ingesting scrumptious beers of Northern Europe and driving ourselves.

33. Dollywood: The least I can do to pay my dues to the woman who funded one of the COVID-19 vaccines – the identical icon who wrote “I Will All the time Love You” and “Jolene” in the identical day – is to make a journey right down to Pigeon Forge, Tennessee, get myself some cinnamon bread and take a spin on the Tennessee Twister at Dolly Parton’s theme park. (Possibly not in that order.)

34. Germany: One in all my mates was supposed to maneuver to Germany after commencement, however her program acquired placed on maintain – and so did our hopes for an Oktoberfest women’ journey. Possibly subsequent yr we will begin planning a visit and all journey collectively once more. We at all times have the perfect time after we’re touring collectively.

35. Japan and Korea: My mates and I had already began planning an in depth itinerary via the gorgeous seaside metropolis of Busan in South Korea, the colourful Seoul, the attractive Jeju island, after which on to discover Japan’s colourful capital metropolis of Tokyo, see cherry blossoms in Yoshino and take a look at the gardens and palaces in Kyoto. Then the pandemic hit, and a visit we as soon as noticed in our close to future feels additional away. Possibly (quickly) we will begin dreaming of it once more.

36. Thailand: Is there wherever I’m not wanderlusting about proper now? No. But when I needed to choose one place, I might select Thailand. There may be loads of nice meals, tradition and historical past to find, whereas the seashores would provide some much-needed relaxation. And, after all, will probably be simpler to pop over to different Asian nations as soon as I am there.

37. The mountains: I am probably not a skier, however I can not consider a greater balm for 2020 than mountain air and a bloody mary (or two). Any mountains will do, however Crested Butte, Colorado, has a particular place in my coronary heart. It nonetheless feels a bit like an previous ski bum city, not overly haughty, and there is a Waffle Cabin. Sufficient mentioned. 

38. Grand Teton Nationwide Park: After spending the higher a part of 10 months in a 600-square-foot condo, I’m craving a visit to a sparsely populated mountain wilderness someplace. And it does not get a lot better than the majestic views at Grand Teton.

39. Glacier Nationwide Park: I’m decided to get myself and my household to Glacier as a result of it is stunning and since I’m terrified local weather change will soften it earlier than we get there. We spent the vacations final yr planning a visit that included Banff, Yellowstone, Grand Tetons and Glacier that sadly did not materialize. footage of it on Instagram amid pandemic has been a much-needed psychological break. Hopefully subsequent yr I will be capable of submit my very own.

40. Vietnam: We hope to take our 4 youngsters, ages 14-23, my mom and my parents-in-law whereas my mother can nonetheless deal with worldwide journey. We’d begin in Hanoi, the place my mother was born, and go to ancestral locations that my youngsters are named after. We’d find yourself in Saigon, the place I used to be born and from the place my household fled towards the top of the Vietnam Struggle.

41. Galway, Eire: The west coast of Eire is house to miles of untamed and forbidding panorama, and the warmest most hospitable individuals on the planet. An Irish hug together with a dose of Irish wit (in a comfortable pub with a pint in hand) would do us all a world of excellent when that is over.

42. Treasure Seashore, Jamaica: This nook of Jamaica isn’t ridden with high-rise resorts or vacationer points of interest. It’s a sluggish commune with nature, Caribbean delight and the recentering I lengthy for in 2021. Time slows right here and is precisely the kind of intimate journey I crave and might’t wait to return to. 

43. London: It’s arduous to imagine that I’ve by no means been to London. I had deliberate to go, and for one cause or one other it hasn’t labored out. My plan could be to do just a few cities in Europe as soon as issues quiet down.

44. Margate, New Jersey: It’s my favourite Jersey Shore seaside city, only a few miles from Atlantic Metropolis. I met my husband there and am trying ahead to spending lengthy weekends there within the spring and summer time.

– Lamberg

45. Israel: My husband and I’ve been speaking about this journey for a number of years. We had significantly mentioned going throughout the summer time of 2020, and that didn’t occur. I hope to go there in 2021, and a bonus could be to carry our kids. I might e-book a curated tour for positive.

– Lamberg

46. Greece: Everybody who visits the Greek islands says they’re life-changing. I wish to see the splendor of all of it in the summertime of 2021. That is certainly a bucket journey for me!

– Lamberg

47. Wales: Caught contained in the previous yr, I’ve transported to this small, fascinating nation with works like Joe Dunthorne’s novel “Submarine” and the “Collected Poems” of Dylan Thomas. A number of hours west of London, Wales and its craggy peaks is loaded with well-known historic landmarks, castles and otherworldly seashores. 

48. Crested Butte, Colorado: I like summer time within the laid-back ski city. I miss its Rocky Mountain wildflower hikes, its epic mountain-bike trails and free outside live shows. Subsequent yr, I’ll savor all of it.

49. Snowboarding in Japan: My journey this winter was canceled, however they’ve the perfect snow on the planet, the perfect meals and a slew of latest slopeside resorts. I like every little thing about Japan, however the powder is epic!

50. Namibia: I’ve been on safari throughout southern and jap Africa many occasions and adore it. However I haven’t been to Namibia, the place the wildlife is extraordinary however there are additionally deserts of towering dunes, seashores, mind-numbing shipwrecks and many new lodges.

– Olmsted

51. Turks and Caicos Islands: A much-needed breath of contemporary air is unquestionably so as, and this British territory will do exactly tremendous. A second tour to this nature wonderland will embody images, snorkeling, parasailing and sampling all-inclusive gourmand meals.

52. South Seashore, Miami Seashore, Florida: This winter I dream of enjoyable on the huge white-sand seaside after a swim within the ocean, coconut daiquiris by the pool, walks via city to admire the artwork deco structure and nice meals. I wish to keep at a good looking boutique resort or a grand extravaganza. On a cloudy day, I’d go into Miami to see modern artwork at Pérez Artwork Museum or Institute of Up to date Artwork. I lengthy to stare upon palm bushes.

53. Dunedin, New Zealand: I’m craving hikes via inexperienced grass and lengthy walks in gardens, dolphins leaping within the sunshine and a view of the ocean from a sheep-covered hill. After a go to in 2016, Dunedin grew to become my favourite place on the planet, and it doesn’t harm that it’s mainly assured to be COVID-free.

54. West Coast of Australia: I lived in Sydney in my early 20s and have lengthy dreamed of taking my three youngsters there, renting a camper van, parking up at attractive seashores, watching kangaroos hop alongside and browsing the coast. I by no means made it to western Australia and would like to expertise it with my youngsters.

55. Viking World Cruise: After a yr of seeing the identical view out my home windows, I wish to get up in a distinct metropolis – nay, nation – daily. I wish to preserve shifting, to satisfy and dwell with a wide range of individuals from throughout and share new experiences in numerous cultures. This looks as if the perfect method to see the world and make up for a misplaced yr.

56. St. Maarten: I’m an island woman at coronary heart born in Manhattan, dwelling now in Montreal and overlaying the Caribbean islands for longer than a number of the resorts have been open. Lacking the nice and cozy vibe, cosmopolitan allure and a few of my dearest friends, my best choice in 2021 is St. Maarten and the opposite Dutch Caribbean islands close by.

57. Denmark: I’ve lengthy needed to go to two historic amusement parks in Denmark: Tivoli Gardens, which dates to 1843 and is claimed to have impressed Walt Disney as he developed Disneyland; and Bakken, which (amazingly) first opened in 1583 and is the world’s oldest still-operating park.

58. Any airport on the planet: I stay up for arriving early for a flight, getting espresso and an I-only-eat-this-when-I-travel muffin and watching waves of vacationers heading off to nice adventures and into the arms of these they love.

59. The Arizona Path: This 800-mile gem will get you from the Mexican border throughout the Sonoran desert, the Grand Canyon and all the way in which to Utah, all on foot. Two months beneath the celebs and amongst the cactus are the right treatment for being locked in and down perpetually. 

60. Thailand: My spouse and I have been in Cuba when COVID-19 hit and have been caught within the Americas ever since. A brief trip has was a sojourn removed from our Bangkok residence, so we is perhaps the one of us hankering simply to go house. 

– Stamboulis

61. Camino de Santiago, Spain: I’ve churned via a prolonged record of books from individuals who have walked the historic pilgrimage to Santiago de Compostela, which is house to the tomb of St. James. I’m nonetheless deep in analysis mode, pondering whether or not to take the Portuguese Means or French Means. Nonetheless, with each Google search, I’m romanticizing the journey, imagining savoring the meals of northern Spain and having fun with the comradery of the albergues as soon as I’m able to journey to Europe once more.

62. Germany: A pal in Berlin requested me if there was a care package deal she may ship me of the issues I miss from my time dwelling in Germany. The issue is every little thing I miss can’t be shipped: the sound of the German language clattering round me; a Sunday wandering the flea market stands in Mauerpark; contemporary bretzel and a radler in a biergarten; a late-night doner kebab from a stand by the U-Bahn; or the luxurious of sitting on the sidewalk patio of a restaurant for hours, leisurely having fun with an excellent meal and good firm. I can’t wait to return.

– Yeager

63. British Columbia: I really feel a pull to return to this beautiful Canadian province ASAP. Visiting the Haida Gwaii archipelago and glimpsing an elusive spirit bear are excessive on my dream record. Maybe afterward I will pop as much as the wide-open areas of the Yukon, one other gem that has captured my coronary heart.

64. Cruising round New Zealand: I might have been photographing the fjords of New Zealand’s Milford Sound from the deck of a cruise ship nearly now, have been it not for the pandemic. Cruising is expensive to my coronary heart, as I can {photograph} each from land and sea and seize the elegant great thing about our world. And I solely have to unpack as soon as.

65. Oman: Upon my first journey to the Center East, I used to be instantly entranced, so it’s a no brainer that I’m craving to go to the oldest unbiased state within the Arab world. Wealthy historical past, off-road adventures into otherworldly landscapes, ornate structure, plus a aspect of zesty delicacies? Sure please.

66. Canada: I’m an enormous fan of Canada and have been eagerly awaiting the nation to reopen its borders to Americans, however I perceive why they’re being extra-careful. I had a number of journeys to the Nice White North deliberate in 2020, together with a rail journey on the Rocky Mountaineer. My final worldwide journey was to Tofino, British Columbia, in March earlier than the world shut down, so I’ve lasting reminiscences of spending carefree days eating at fabulous eating places, having fun with storm watching and driving up and down Vancouver Island. I can’t wait to return to my favourite nation and expertise the beluga whales of Manitoba, the northern lights of the Yukon and the grandeur and great thing about Banff and Jasper nationwide parks.

67. Oaxaca, Mexico: After my dad died, my mother and I began taking a yearly trip collectively. My mother was born in Oaxaca, and we’ve by no means been there collectively. We’ve made a dedication that this might be our subsequent journey, and we wish to be there to have fun Día de los Muertos in 2021.

68. Memphis, Tennessee: I’ve been listening to numerous Elvis music whereas working from house for the previous 9 months, and I’m discovering this burning need to revisit his Graceland mansion. I first noticed Graceland in my 20s, after I most well-liked the younger Elvis; now that I’m older, I really feel extra in tune with the fried-peanut-butter-and-banana-sandwich man within the white jumpsuit. I’d prefer to expertise being completely immersed within the King of Rock ‘n’ Roll.

69. Prince Edward Island: Earlier than my spouse and I have been married, in 2005, we fell in love with Prince Edward Island. I’d like for us to return with our two youngsters (ages 14 and 12) and camp out in a seaside home for every week to discover this splendidly pastoral setting: the purple soil, the freshly hung laundry blowing within the breeze and the welcoming hominess of a lobster supper.

– Michael Pramik, USA TODAY journey contributor

70. The Seychelles: As a result of they’re heat, attractive and fragile. 

– Scott Stein, Content material Ventures

71. Sicily: It’s a part of Italy however much more magical and historical and touring there stirs the center, thoughts and abdomen. Plus it’s the house of the Targa Florio, one of many oldest races in motor sports activities. Think about bombing across the previous course in a brand new Targa.

– Stein

72. Tucson, Arizona: Some vacationers comply with their hearts, I comply with my intestine. Meals is my focus after I journey, and Tucson has a meals heritage that dates again 4,00Zero years. The distinct delicacies has earned them a Metropolis of Gastronomy designation from UNESCO, and it is so well-deserved.

73. Corsica: I’ve at all times needed to see Corsica for its coastal cities, craggy mountains and pure bounty. Due to fragrant herbs and flowers, this French island has earned the moniker Scented Isle, and I’d like to indulge in all that rugged, sensual abundance. Plus, I’m dying to go to the vineyards and expertise the two,000-year-old wine tradition.

74. New York Metropolis: Simply earlier than the pandemic, my 8-year-old daughter was actually excited for her first journey to the Huge Apple. She needed to stroll among the many concrete jungle, expertise wonderful purchasing and meals and attend a Broadway efficiency. All these needs elevated as soon as “Hamilton” was released on Disney+. We’re hoping we’ll be capable of take her earlier than she turns 10.

75. St. Lucia: A favourite vacation spot for its (inactive) volcanoes and black-sand seashores, it’s far much less overrun with vacationers like me than different Caribbean islands. However I haven’t been in practically 20 years and am dying to return.

76. Ann Arbor, Michigan: All I wish to do after we get again to some sort of regular is head to Michigan to see my sister, brother-in-law, niece and new nephew, born in October, who I’ve solely met on FaceTime. And since they dwell in a cute school city, I’ll fortunately hit up the eating places I’ve beloved whereas visiting earlier than, and naturally the legendary Zingerman’s Deli. 

77. London: Talking of visiting household at nice areas, I additionally wouldn’t thoughts seeing my different sister in London. The pandemic has prevented seeing my expat sister, and any excuse to go to certainly one of my favourite cities is welcome. 

– Lawler

78. Palm Springs, California: All I’ve needed to do for the reason that pandemic began is lay out by a pool surrounded by good meals, drinks and mates. Palm Springs looks as if the right place to make that occur with its seemingly good climate all yr. It’s a peaceful vacation spot that will really feel like a protected area to assist get me into the swing of touring once more.

79. Positano, Italy: I had simply began kicking across the thought of a visit with mates when quarantine started, so I’m decided to make this occur finally. And name me fundamental, however I am eager for the day my Instagram can exhibit someplace extra thrilling than my neighborhood park. 

80. Mount Desert Island, Maine: I visited my boyfriend and his household right here, and it was one of the crucial stunning locations I’ve ever been. I do know – Maine can get absurdly chilly (and darkish) within the winter. However the high-quality seafood, the Downeast Maine coast, Acadia Nationwide Park and the historic structure of the homes are well worth the journey. 

81. Scotland: After I lived in London, I met up with a pal in Edinburgh and fell in love with it (and Glasgow) on that journey. I’m desirous to lastly go to the Scottish Islands and Aberdeen, the place my maternal grandfather’s household is from. 

82. Napa Valley, California: What do I need for a 2021 escape? A beautiful Napa winery trip the place I sip wine, nibble charcuterie, snicker with my greatest mates and don’t wash a single dish for 4 days.

83. Aokigahara forest, Japan: Final yr, I went to Tokyo. It was my first-ever worldwide journey, and I performed it fairly protected, sticking to temples, cafes and arcades, marveling on the metropolis’s measurement and effectivity. It was marvelous. However what I actually needed to do was go mountain climbing in Aokigahara forest, a mossy, misty sea of bushes that appears like one thing out of legend. I believe on my second journey, I’ll be courageous sufficient to enterprise into the wild.

84. Middleburg, Virginia: This isn’t removed from my home, and I preserve daydreaming about this small city surrounded by vineyards with sweeping mountain views. I took a visit with mates there final yr, and I do know already these reminiscences will final me a lifetime. I had my first baby in July, so it could simply be pure that I don’t really feel able to go too far simply but. The sleepy fashion of a quaint predominant road looks as if will probably be simply the suitable pace. 

85. Paris: My husband and I have been engaged there, and our 2020 plan had been to have fun my milestone birthday there – and present our 9-year-old daughter the Metropolis of Lights. She already has an ideal French accent when she pronounces the identify of her favourite pastry: croissant.

86. Austin, Texas: I’ve already acquired the tickets! They have been bought Jan. 20, 2020, for an Easter trip to see household. As soon as we’re ready, we plan on ready within the lengthy line for Franklin Barbecue, two-stepping on the Damaged Spoke and listening to no matter nice band is enjoying The Continental Membership. And I’m positive there’ll be some bespoke store or restaurant we’ll have to go to. An island of blue in a sea of purple!

– Johnson

87. Sessa Cilento, Italy: I’ve cousins dwelling on this distant mountain high in Palermo, a spot I solely visited as soon as as a tween. So a few years later, I lengthy to return with my Italian-speaking husband and my very own teen sons, and to carry my dad so he would possibly extra simply converse along with his kinfolk. I not too long ago found a pal in my South Jersey hometown is from Stella Cilento, one mountain high to the south, so now the area intrigues me much more.

88. San Diego: I’m itching to go paddleboarding in La Jolla, paragliding at Torrey Pines and mountain climbing alongside the coast. I regularly discover causes to return time and again. 

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89. Waikiki Seashore, Oahu, Hawaii: With heat turquoise ocean waves and luxurious sunsets, Waikiki Seashore is certainly one of my favourite spots on Oahu. I like the mix of metropolis and seaside life – and having fun with the good eating places, bars and legendary resorts close by. I cowl Hawaii typically and might’t get sufficient! 

90. Wailea, Maui, Hawaii: I’m lacking that aloha spirit – particularly strolling alongside Maui’s picturesque Wailea seaside stroll that winds alongside the dramatic shoreline. It’s my high Wailea morning ritual after I’m on the island. In laid-back Wailea, spectacular seaside days are assured.

– Cimini

91. Lisbon, Portugal: I completely love exploring Portugal, with its rugged shoreline, pleasant wine areas and beautiful seashores. It’s particularly enjoyable to wander round Lisbon, with its hills, cleverly designed tiles and fountains. The culinary scene is wonderful – particularly the seafood. 

– Cimini 

92. Southern California’s seaside cities: California is my “house away from house,” and I’m trying ahead to returning to a number of SoCal beach towns: La Jolla for its beautiful shoreline and tide swimming pools, Santa Monica for a motorbike trip, Venice Seashore for skateboarding and Huntington Seashore (Surf Metropolis, USA) for the waves.  

– Cimini 

93. ​​​​​​​Loire Valley, France: The actual reply is wherever I can use my passport, however France’s Loire Valley is an early contender for the primary journey. A school classmate talked about that he took a incredible week-long biking tour via the medieval monuments just a few years in the past, and I’m desirous to comply with his lead. It’s been a reasonably sedentary few months, so the thought of biking from chateau to chateau seems like a dream. See you on the street!

94. ​​​​​​​Eire: Our April bucket journey was canceled because of COVID-19. I’m jonesing for that verdant magnificence that has been talking to me for many years.

95. ​​​​​​​Marquette, Michigan: The Higher Peninsula’s greatest small city for fall foliage, clear air and outside journey, Marquette is on bracing Lake Superior. Unequaled mountain climbing, biking, fishing, golf, waterfalls, specialty retailers, breweries and indie eating make the Higher Peninsula a Midwestern mecca for journey. 

96. ​​​​​​​Barcelona, Spain: I fell in love with Barcelona after taking a quick journey there whereas learning overseas in Europe my junior yr of school. The climate, the meals and the artwork all made it a dream vacation spot I’ve needed to journey again to ever since. Hopefully, someday I can.

97. ​​​​​​​Oxford, England: Oxford grew to become my favourite place on the planet after I studied for a summer time at Magdalen School. I nonetheless daydream about my days spent with mates, getting misplaced within the magical structure and exploring the college. Plus, Oxford is particularly cool for fellow e-book nerd: It has the lamppost that supposedly impressed C.S. Lewis, the pub the place J.R.R. Tolkien would seize drinks and a few “Harry Potter” movie areas.

– Trepany

98. ​​​​​​​Texoma: After spending a lot of 2020 quarantined at house in Los Angeles, I’ve been eager for a visit to a small city, crammed with pure magnificence. In researching locations all through the nation, I got here throughout Texoma, an interstate area between Oklahoma and Texas that has a big lake for fishing and loads of cabins – good for a romantic retreat post-pandemic.

– Trepany

99. ​​​​​​​Common Studios (or any theme park, truthfully): The coronavirus pandemic meant my favourite occasion of the yr, Halloween Horror Nights at Common Studios, couldn’t go on this yr. However that’s OK. It simply means I’ll should scream twice as loud when this fright fest comes again sooner or later.

– Trepany

100. ​​​​​​​Mars: Actually, at this level, why not? After spending most of 2020 quarantined at house on Earth, I’m wanderlusting for wherever within the galaxy.

– Trepany

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