Aren’t we all yearning to go out and travel after the COVID pandemic ends? While the pandemic has made many of us sit and dread at home for over a year now, many nations have opened up for tourists, who are fully vaccinated or have put in place other safety guidelines for COVID-19. 

So, if you are ready to finally step out, travel and splurge on a well-deserved vacation but confused about where to go, relax, we have got you covered. Below listed are our top five picks for you to splurge on a vacation.

1. Lanai, Hawaii

Nine miles away from Maui, Lanai island in Hawaii might be the best pick for the ones who want to indulge in world-class amenities. The island offers serenity, adventure, while at the same time, one can also have a fully private and luxurious vacation in any of the three regions of Lanai. 

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2. Loire Valley, France

Famous for its world-class wine, Loire Valley, in France, is a short journey from Paris. A vacation in Loire Valley might be the best retreat for you as visiting the city’s chateaux and many grand Renaissance-era castles would be the money well spent. And if the city’s aristocracy and royalty fail to astonish you, some sunflowers and a day at a vineyard would never disappoint you. 

3. Fiji

From Suva, Nadi to Laucala Island, anyone would love to go to the south pacific paradise Fiji for a month-long trip right now. From choosing to spend your vacation near the large resorts of the Coral Coast and Denarau Island or dive with sharks in Beqa Lagoon, Fiji can be enjoyed with friends as well as family and children. 

4. Lake Como, Italy

If you don’t want to spend all day visiting one place to another and chill by the lake, choosing Lake Como in Italy as your next destination would be the perfect option! Enjoy the beauty of nature, discover peace and spend the vacation at one of the most splendid places in the world. 

5. French Polynesia

Made as an overseas territory of France in 1946, French Polynesia is a group of islands, famous for its coral-fringed lagoons and over-the-water bungalow hotels. An expensive destination to visit, French Polynesia has islands with white and black sand beaches, mountains, rugged backcountry, and towering waterfalls. Bora Bora and Tahiti are the most famous islands of the country but you can explore many other options for your vacation.