The 5 Best Vacation Destinations According to World Traveler

(KNUE-FM) Have you ever had one of those moments when you're starting to think about where to go on vacation, and then you feel overwhelmed with all the possibilities?

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Just last weekend at home near Tyler, Texas, I was sitting in front of my computer looking through saved photos and notes I've made over the years about places I might want to visit when time and money allow.

As fun as it can be to plan a trip, the sheer number of options is mind-boggling. So, I was thankful to run across some expert advice from Insider.

Why Choosing a Vacation Destination Feels Overwhelming

Honestly, I'm grateful we have access to so many beautiful places on this little blue planet of ours. At the same time, there is no way most of us would ever have the opportunity to get close to seeing all of them.

How do we ever decide which countries or cities to visit when our time and money are limited?

How Experienced Travelers Narrowed Down Their Top Picks

So what do we do when we want to make the most of our vacation budgets and days off? Well, why not ask people who have traveled to 80 places and have shared their findings with the rest of us?

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We all have different ideas of what makes a great vacation. We have different vibes and interests. So, one person may love the fast-paced vibes of a big city, while someone else may want to stay in the English countryside or visit the Scottish Highlands.

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Even those of us who love all kinds of different places know that it's unlikely we'd ever be able to see all that we want to see.

The 5 Must-Visit Destinations You Should Consider

So let's look at the five places the extremely well-traveled set says are must-visits, according to Insider.