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From Peru to Paris, these are some of the best trips to take after graduation.

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Everyone travels for a different reason.

View of NYC skyline and Brooklyn Bridge

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For some, travel is an adventure, a way to discover all that the world has to offer.

Others use it as a means of escaping everyday stresses.

It all depends on your preference, budget, and availability.

View of Jaco Beach in Costa Rica

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There are numerous hiking opportunities in this biodiverse country, ranging from beginner to more advanced trails.

If youre really looking to challenge yourself, embark on the 174-mileCamino de Costa Rica.

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Torrey Pines State Park in San Diego

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New York City

New York Cityhas something for everyone and that includes recent grads.

If the whole family is joining your grad trip, book a stay atWild Dunes Resorton Isle of Palms.

St. Barts

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Buenos Aires

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Grand Teton mountains at sunset

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Mountain Gorilla (gorilla beringei beringei) in the green jungle of the Virunga Mountains. Location: Volcanoes National Park (in the border triangle between Rwanda, DR Congo and Uganda), Rwanda, Africa. Shot in wildlife.

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Cafes in Paris

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Machu Picchu in Peru

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Charleston, South Carolian

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