From Northern Lights To Taj Mahal In Moonlight, 8 Must-Have Experiences For Your Bucket List

1. Northern Lights in Iceland

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2. Taj Mahal in Moonlight, India

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3. Safari in the Serengeti, Tanzania

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4. Machu Picchu at Sunrise, Peru

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5. Cherry Blossom Season in Kyoto, Japan

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6. Great Barrier Reef Diving, Australia

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7. Hot Air Balloon Ride over Cappadocia, Turkey

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8. Dinner at a Michelin-Starred Restaurant, Paris, France

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