<strong>Antarctica: </strong>Making the planet's southern reaches even more enticing in 2021 is a December 4 solar eclipse that will darken the seventh continent, creating a major event for Antarctic cruise lines to trumpet. Click through the gallery for 20 more destinations to consider when the pandemic eases up:
Antarctica: Making the planet's southern reaches even more enticing in 2021 is a December 4 solar eclipse that will darken the seventh continent, creating a major event for Antarctic cruise lines to trumpet. Click through the gallery for 20 more destinations to consider when the pandemic eases up:
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<strong>Canada: </strong>The 13 provinces and territories that make up the world's second-largest country by total area has something for every type of traveler -- and plenty of fresh air and wide-open space.
Canada: The 13 provinces and territories that make up the world's second-largest country by total area has something for every type of traveler -- and plenty of fresh air and wide-open space.
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<strong>Disney parks: </strong>Walt Disney World in Florida reopened in July, and while not every Disney park has welcomed back guests, it's safe to say kids -- and adults -- all over the world will be ready for some fun in 2021.
Disney parks: Walt Disney World in Florida reopened in July, and while not every Disney park has welcomed back guests, it's safe to say kids -- and adults -- all over the world will be ready for some fun in 2021.
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<strong>Dubai:</strong> The glitziest of the United Arab Emirates is welcoming almost all global tourists, and some travel companies are covering costs for Covid-19 testing, health expenses and quarantines.
Dubai: The glitziest of the United Arab Emirates is welcoming almost all global tourists, and some travel companies are covering costs for Covid-19 testing, health expenses and quarantines.
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<strong>Egypt: </strong>Visitors are likely have a little more breathing room around the Giza Pyramids and the Great Sphinx in 2021. Nearby, the massive new Grand Egyptian Museum is expected to finally open its doors this year.
Egypt: Visitors are likely have a little more breathing room around the Giza Pyramids and the Great Sphinx in 2021. Nearby, the massive new Grand Egyptian Museum is expected to finally open its doors this year.
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<strong>France:</strong> The mesmerizing textures of Southern France's fields and vineyards never get old. And the country's world-class museums, cathedrals and cuisine will also rev up the world's appetite for this beautiful country.
France: The mesmerizing textures of Southern France's fields and vineyards never get old. And the country's world-class museums, cathedrals and cuisine will also rev up the world's appetite for this beautiful country.
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<strong>Ghana:</strong> Ghana in West Africa is continuing to bank on diaspora tourism with a new campaign, Beyond the Return. Its Year of Return initiative in 2019 targeted international visitors of African descent.
Ghana: Ghana in West Africa is continuing to bank on diaspora tourism with a new campaign, Beyond the Return. Its Year of Return initiative in 2019 targeted international visitors of African descent.
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<strong>Greece: </strong>Meteora's monasteries are among Greece's many showstopping wonders. And in 2021, Greece will have more reason than most to celebrate -- it's marking its 200th birthday as an independent, modern nation.
Greece: Meteora's monasteries are among Greece's many showstopping wonders. And in 2021, Greece will have more reason than most to celebrate -- it's marking its 200th birthday as an independent, modern nation.
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<strong>Grenada: </strong>While Grenada's nickname comes from its famous nutmeg industry, the "Isle of Spice" is packed with flavor in every way possible. St. George's is its most vibrant and picturesque parish.
Grenada: While Grenada's nickname comes from its famous nutmeg industry, the "Isle of Spice" is packed with flavor in every way possible. St. George's is its most vibrant and picturesque parish.
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<strong>Hawaii: </strong>Kauai's Nāpali Coast is the kind of screen-saver paradise we'd all like to experience in person in 2021. And the state's beauty goes much deeper than its preternatural appearance.
Hawaii: Kauai's Nāpali Coast is the kind of screen-saver paradise we'd all like to experience in person in 2021. And the state's beauty goes much deeper than its preternatural appearance.
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<strong>Italy: </strong>The towns of Italy's popular Cinque Terre may be less jam-packed in 2021, and there are hundreds of less-visited towns and villages across the Italian countryside waiting to be discovered.
Italy: The towns of Italy's popular Cinque Terre may be less jam-packed in 2021, and there are hundreds of less-visited towns and villages across the Italian countryside waiting to be discovered.
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<strong>Japan: </strong>The rescheduled Olympic Summer Games are set to kick off in July 2021. While the games are being held in Tokyo, attendees won't want to miss Kyoto's spectacular temples and gardens.
Japan: The rescheduled Olympic Summer Games are set to kick off in July 2021. While the games are being held in Tokyo, attendees won't want to miss Kyoto's spectacular temples and gardens.
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<strong>Maldives: </strong>Luxury Maldives resorts such as Velassaru have provided naturally socially distanced getaways during the pandemic. Cravings for this kind of paradise will no doubt stretch into 2021 and beyond.
Maldives: Luxury Maldives resorts such as Velassaru have provided naturally socially distanced getaways during the pandemic. Cravings for this kind of paradise will no doubt stretch into 2021 and beyond.
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<strong>Mexico: </strong>With few Covid-related travel requirements, Mexico has been largely open for business, whether it's at popular beach resorts or the peaceful cenotes outside of Chichen Itza.
Mexico: With few Covid-related travel requirements, Mexico has been largely open for business, whether it's at popular beach resorts or the peaceful cenotes outside of Chichen Itza.
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<strong>New Zealand: </strong>Otherworldly landscapes such as this view of Lake Wanaka are a big part of New Zealand's allure. Its remarkable success at containing Covid-19 will be another selling point when borders reopen.
New Zealand: Otherworldly landscapes such as this view of Lake Wanaka are a big part of New Zealand's allure. Its remarkable success at containing Covid-19 will be another selling point when borders reopen.
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<strong>New York City:</strong> Reports of New York City's "demise" have been grossly exaggerated. The city that never sleeps has high hopes for a better 2021.
New York City: Reports of New York City's "demise" have been grossly exaggerated. The city that never sleeps has high hopes for a better 2021.
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<strong>Singapore:</strong> Changi Jewel at Singapore's extraordinary airport makes for impressive entries and exits. The city-state is also home to a UNESCO-listed botanical garden, one-of-a-kind Peranakan culture and some of the world's most spectacular luxury hotels.
Singapore: Changi Jewel at Singapore's extraordinary airport makes for impressive entries and exits. The city-state is also home to a UNESCO-listed botanical garden, one-of-a-kind Peranakan culture and some of the world's most spectacular luxury hotels.
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<strong>Spain: </strong>Spain has always been an unmissable travel destination, and many of its tourism hotspots are preparing to wow visitors again. Barcelona has taken the time out to reevaluate how visitors can continue to enjoy the city without making it uninhabitable for locals.
Spain: Spain has always been an unmissable travel destination, and many of its tourism hotspots are preparing to wow visitors again. Barcelona has taken the time out to reevaluate how visitors can continue to enjoy the city without making it uninhabitable for locals.
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<strong>Thailand:</strong> For more than a century, Thailand has woven its spell on the masses with its glittering temples, fiery food, stunning beaches and mountainous landscapes. All of that's still there -- plus a little more.
Thailand: For more than a century, Thailand has woven its spell on the masses with its glittering temples, fiery food, stunning beaches and mountainous landscapes. All of that's still there -- plus a little more.
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<strong>United Kingdom: </strong>The UK's recent Brexit from the EU will see the country's tourism sector happier than ever to host foreign visitors, who will find plenty of space to explore -- such as the picture-perfect Lake District.
United Kingdom: The UK's recent Brexit from the EU will see the country's tourism sector happier than ever to host foreign visitors, who will find plenty of space to explore -- such as the picture-perfect Lake District.
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<strong>Uruguay: </strong>As neighboring countries have struggled to contain the pandemic, laid-back little Uruguay has kept infection rates down -- and as South America starts reopening for travel, that will serve it well.
Uruguay: As neighboring countries have struggled to contain the pandemic, laid-back little Uruguay has kept infection rates down -- and as South America starts reopening for travel, that will serve it well.
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