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Travel destination dupes for 2025📍🗺️
Travel dupes are a rising trend at the moment, with concerns over over-tourism and negative carbon footprint. We've discovered some great alternatives for some of the world's most popular destinations. Consider visiting Grutas Tolantongo in Mexico instead of Pamukkale in Turkey; explore Bacalar, Mexico, as an alternative to the Maldives; opt for Yoho National Park over the super popular Banff in Canada, and explore many other options listed below.
Instead of the Maldives, travel to Bacalar
Located in Mexico, with its closest airport being in Tulum, you can visit the beautiful region of Bacalar. Bacalar is often referred to as the Maldives of Mexico because of its turquoise waters and overwater huts scattered around the region.
Instead of Cappadocia, travel to New Mexico
Did you know there are rock formations in New Mexico that resemble the “fairy chimneys” found in the popular tourist destination of Cappadocia, Turkey? Particularly, in a national park called Kasha-Katuwe. At the moment, this national park is unfortuantely closed to the public, but there are other places where they can be found. Additionally, to add to the Cappadocia vibe, there’s the Albuquerque Balloon Festival that happens every October. So, you’ll be able to get your hot air balloon fix in New Mexico as well.
Instead of Cappadocia, visit Matera in Italy
Though Matera is also in Europe, it is an easier destination to reach than Cappadocia, since you'll have to travel through Istanbul to get there. Fly directly to the nearby city of Bari then drive to Matera. This city offers cave accommodations and stunning scenery. Plus, being in Italy means you’ll also be treated to fantastic cuisine.
Instead of Hawaii, opt for the Azores Islands
The Azores islands are a chain of Portuguese islands in the Atlantic. The lush green scenery and volcanic beaches mimic those found in Hawaii. Not only is Hawaii far away (and therefore expensive to fly to), but also the accommodation and general expenses are much more affordable in the Azores than what you'd find in Hawaii. So, it's a win-win.
Instead of Bolivia’s Salt Flats, visit Utah’s Salt Flats
Did you know there are salt flats in the state of Utah? The Bonneville Salt Flats are located in northwestern Utah, just a few hours from Salt Lake City. There are so many cool national parks to visit in Utah, so you could make a road trip out of it and add on places in California, Nevada and Arizona too.
Instead of Crete, visit Bermuda
Pink sand beaches are on the rise, and although the Greek island of Crete is a great place to experience this natural beauty, Bermuda also boasts pink sand beaches. It might be a bit more expensive to get to, but the beaches are likely to be a bit less crowded than those in Crete, especially duing the European summer months.
Instead of Lake Louise in Banff, visit Emerald Lake in British Columbia
When people think of Banff, they envision the vibrant blue waters of Lake Louise and Lake Moraine. Not too far away from Banff National Park lies another national park in British Columbia known as Yoho National Park. In Yoho, there’s a particular lake that offers similar scenery to that of Lake Louise, called Emerald Lake.
Instead of Banff, visit Glacier National Park
Looking for a Banff dupe, so you don't have to battle the summer crowds? You’ll be excited to know that there is a national park in the U.S. that offers vibrant blue mountain lakes and also has the Rockies passing right through it. Glacier National Park is located in Montana and should not be overlooked.
Instead of Southeast Asia, visit Huasteca, Mexico
Huasteca is located in central Mexico, not too far from Mexico City. This particular region is known for its stunning waterfalls and turquoise rivers, resembling what you'd see in Thailand and Laos.
Instead of Pamukkale, Türkiye, visit Grutas Tolantongo
Grutas Tolantongo is also near Mexico City and offers natural, unique cliffside pools layered upon each other. The pools are geothermal hot springs, making for the ultimate wellness escape. You'll also find stunning waterfalls and rivers within this region.
Instead of Orlando, visit Pigeon Forge
Orlando is the notorious theme park destination, but have you considered Pigeon Forge in the Smoky Mountains of Tennessee? In Pigeon Forge, you’ll find Dollywood, a theme park created by the queen herself, Dolly Parton. You’ll also find other incredible theme parks like Ripley's Super Fun Park.
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