50 Most Pinned Awe-Inspiring Travel Spots
Pinterest is, for many users, a serene method of temporary escape from the everyday. It makes sense, then, that travel-related pins make up one of the site's most popular categories. By pinning places on your travel bucket list, you can not only muse about future trips, but also help organize vacations that are quickly approaching. Pinterest's search and discover feature makes travel planning easy. Scores of users have pinned their sightseeing hopes and dreams, resulting in over 750 million travel pins site-wide. From these, Pinterest compiled a list of the site's most pinned locations in the entire world, and these places are major wanderlust fuel. Check them out!
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Trampoline Bridge, Paris
This Parisian bridge has Pinterest users jumping for joy.
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The Eiffel Tower, Paris
A trip to France is not complete without visiting this iconic tower.
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London, England
This bustling British city is all over Pinterest and comes in third place for most pinned travel locations.
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New York City
This concrete jungle is a magnet to world travelers, with good reason. Source: Courtesy of cntraveler via Pinterest
Abraham Lake, Canada
The unique serenity of this lake is undoubtedly why it ranks at the top of Pinterest's travel category.
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Blue Lagoon (Bláa Lónio), Iceland
Iceland has been used as the backdrop for science fiction films like Prometheus due to the country's alien beauty, and the Blue Lagoon adds to its otherworldly vibe.
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Amsterdam, Netherlands
The hugely popular Fault in Our Stars may have contributed to this city's Pinterest fame by educating users about Amsterdam's beauty.
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Central Park, NYC
After years in the spotlight of iconic films, Central Park is still enchanting travelers.
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Taormina, Italy
Who could resist these gorgeous Italian streets?
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Venice, Italy
Gondolas and gelato await any Pinterest users exploring Italy.
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Glacier National Park, MT
Montana's natural beauty is an indescribable sight.
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Rome, Italy
Ruins can be romantic, as Rome proves time and again.
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The Crags, Australia
Pinterest users are sure to see incredible things in this wonderful country.
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Barcelona, Spain
Socially acceptable siestas are one way to ensure a great vacation!
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The Caves Resort, Jamaica
This Jamaican resort looks absolutely gorgeous. No wonder it's so popular on Pinterest!
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Ennis Bluebonnet Festival, TX
The open plains of Texas are even more beautiful when covered in blue blooms.
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Brooklyn Bridge, NY
Architecture and engineering buffs will love to visit this work of art.
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Musée du Louvre, Paris
While it houses priceless works of art inside, the Louvre museum itself is a masterpiece.
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Prague, Czech Republic
The intricate architecture and plentiful old bridges throughout this European city make it a splendid vacation spot for history enthusiasts.
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Viewpoint Ingang Jachthaven Reitdiep (Waterworld), Netherlands
It's hard to imagine how incredible this community must be in person.
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Bagan, Myanmar
This photo looks like something out of a fantasy, and it is likely more incredible in person.
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Big Ben, London
This clock is famous worldwide and is a must-see in any vacation to the United Kingdom.
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Budapest, Hungary
Dusk in Hungary looks absolutely magical.
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Westminster Abbey, London
The iconic spires of this historic abbey have enchanted visitors for hundreds of years, and Pinterest is keeping the interest alive.
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Portknockie, Scotland
This environment's crisp, cool colors look like the perfect setting for a relaxing trip.
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Istanbul, Turkey
There are plenty of unforgettable locations to visit in Istanbul!
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Santorini, Greece
This Greek island is known for its beautiful blue-roofed houses and friendly people.
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Florence, Italy
Pinterest users show love for Renaissance culture through plentiful pins of historic Florence.
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Yosemite National Park, CA
While the pins of Yosemite are beautiful, the views of this national park have to be seen in person.
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Masjid Putra, Malaysia
There is no wonder that this beautiful spot landed on the top 50 travel pins list!
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Reykjavik, Iceland
Reykjavik looks like a true Winter wonderland.
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Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Brazil is at the top of many travel bucket lists these days, due to the country's role as host to the recent soccer World Cup and the upcoming 2016 Olympic Games.
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Notre Dame, Paris
This historic attraction has inspired authors, filmmakers, and musicians for hundreds of years.
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Chiang Mai, Thailand
Fans of Tangled might be interested in attending this festival of floating lanterns.
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Boulders Beach, South Africa
Who wouldn't want to see warm-weather penguins on their trip abroad?
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Edinburgh, Scotland
A castle in the city center, lively nightlife, and a plethora of whiskey distilleries are just a few reasons why Pinterest users chose wisely with their travel pins about Edinburgh.
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Sagrada Familia, Barcelona
Like something out of a children's book illustration, this location is sure to be magical.
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Salar de Uyuni, Bolivia
The Bolivian culture is generally very vibrant and friendly, which just adds to the beauty of this vacation spot.
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Segovia, Spain
Castles are a wonderful place to visit on an international vacation because they combine history and architecture into one pretty package.
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New Orleans, LA
Food, nightlife, and a unique blend of cultures make New Orleans an ideal spot for a fun vacation.
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Hallstatt, Austria
Austria has it all: mountains, lakes, great food, and friendly people.
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Canal de la Garonne, France
This romantic spot is a peaceful place for a French getaway.
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Milford Sound, New Zealand
Peter Jackson didn't pick New Zealand as the setting for his Lord of the Rings series for nothing; the country's beauty is unmatched.
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Montmarte, Paris
As evidenced by the many French locations on this list, you just need to get yourself to France.
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Atrani, Italy (Amalfi Coast)
If the Amalfi Coast was good enough for Kim Kardashian's honeymoon, it's definitely a luxurious place to visit!
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Big Sur, CA
There are few places as relaxing as this nature escape.
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The Vegas Strip — Las Vegas, NV
Pinterest users like to get their party on in Vegas! After all, it is a site filled with creative recipes for Jell-O shots.
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Machu Picchu, Peru
Many describe the hike to Machu Picchu as a life-changing experience.
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Taj Mahal, India
This spot is one of the Seven Wonders of the World, so it's not surprising that pinners love this travel pin.
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Sydney Opera House, Australia
You don't have to be a fan of classical opera to include the Sydney Opera House on your travel bucket list — it is beautiful even if you're only looking from the outside!
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