8 Best Scenic Destinations In The World To Explore In February

1. Swiss Alps, Switzerland

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2. Lapland, Finland

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3. Kyoto, Japan

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4. Banff National Park, Canada

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5. New Zealand

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6. Patagonia, Argentina & Chile

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7. Santorini, Greece

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8. The Maldives

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