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12 breathtaking places around the world to explore in 2024

STOKE THE WANDERLUST

The world is vast and majestic in its beauty. Travelling is not just about visiting popular destinations but also uncovering natural wonders and exclusive sites.

In tourism, slow travel and taking the road less travelled is about exploration. It’s about sustainable tourism and embracing the individual experience versus culture-led holidays and trends.

For those fearless enough to veer off the beaten path, here are 12 ethereal destinations to discover.

Avenue of Baobabs, Madagascar

With their fat, smooth trunks and striking splay

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