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The town sits surrounded by some of the UK's most spectacular coastal scenery, with beaches, coast walks, seafood, and picture-perfect views all around.
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Bay Area baby boomers have set their sights on this scenic city near the Sierra Nevada Mountains, and its appeal goes well beyond the mountain views.
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Explore covered passages filled with Victorian history, and then head for waterside restaurants and dramatic cliff walks in this fascinating city.
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Crete and other Greek islands might get the most attention when it comes to retirement, but this fascinating European destination is an excellent alternative.
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It doesn't get much more spectacular than a shimmering high-altitude lake with crystal-clear waters located high up in the magnificent mountains of France.
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Vail, Colorado, may be what comes to mind when thinking of ski trips, but this region of three semi-connected ski towns in South America is gaining traction.
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Sweden is a lake lover's paradise, but one of the country's largest high-elevation lakes comes with a fascinating history. You just need to get there.
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Scotland is famous for its magnificent lochs, so we've gathered up the biggest that this spectacular country has to offer.
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This Welsh county holds a special allure for travelers looking for walking adventures to enjoying nature, with national parks, forests, breweries, and whiskey.
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A small French township sits dramatically along a rocky mountain in a national park, perfect for hikers and visitors seeking fairytale charm.
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This village has the makings of a perfect getaway: shopping, markets, and tearooms aplenty, plus a fish-loaded river with walking paths in every direction.
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Wales is a real wonderland for lovers of natural scenery and outdoor adventure, and you'll find all that and more at its largest natural lake.
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Surrounded by mountains in Eryri National Park, this stunningly clear lake is easy to reach via a short 20-minute walk through the wilderness.
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Wonderful Wales is home to one of the most magnificent stretches of coastline in Europe, where you'll find a national park to fall in love with.
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One of the most iconic beaches in the United Kingdom sits on its southern shores, where some of the clearest waters in the country are found.
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If the idea of a gorgeous town on the Welsh coast surrounded by a national park and packed with history floats your boat, then this is the place for you.
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It's a cozy 13th-century town in the heart of Wales that blends medieval markets, quirky antiques, and artisan cafés with easy access to the Eryri peaks above.
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Dog walkers have been banned in the U.K. for much of this year, but thankfully, restrictions have now been lifted, and pups can return to the sand.
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Explore the fascinating industrial history and the magnificent mountains of South Wales in this gorgeous region not far from the nation's capital.
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England has its own version of Switzerland’s mountainous landscapes and quaint villages at this coastal escape inside an underrated national park.
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This teeny village is everything you hope for: cottages nestled right on the sea, fishing boats bobbing offshore, and a welcoming pub right on the sand.
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This Bavarian market town is world-known for its winter sports on Germany's highest peak, but the cute town and summer hiking a good reasons to visit, too.
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Down in the southwestern corner of England is a darling coastal town with all the delights of a quintessential British seaside destination.
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Tucked in the Bavarian Alps in the southeast corner of Germany, this crystal-clear lake has been a go-to getaway destination for generations.
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The oldest university in Wales and some of the country's best beaches can be found in a gorgeous Mid Wales town that buzzes with culture and cuisine.
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England's Lake District National Park is a treasure trove of stunning landscapes and gorgeous towns, but few are as quintessential as this darling destination.
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This delightful medieval town near the border with England is known as much for fantastic food as for its history, mountain walks, and scenery.
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