It is true to say that there are some beautiful places in the world, and many of them might be right on your doorstep. However, there are many places that are rich in beauty and good weather, which are two of the main components for most people’s vacations. For those looking for some eye candy, or if you are a budding photographer and want to take some snaps, here are some of the most beautiful locations you’ll find in the world.

• Palawan Island, Philippines

It’s no coincidence that this island has often been voted the most beautiful in the world. The Palawan Island in the Philippines is teeming with exotic wildlife and old-fashioned fishing villages. There are also some UNESCO World Heritage sites on the island for those who enjoy visiting these locations. If you’re into diving, there’s also something for you here. You can explore the Japanese shipwrecks of Coron Island which has been voted as one of the best dive sites in the world.

• Seljalandsfoss, Iceland

Iceland is already famous for many of its beautiful geysers and, of course, the northern lights. However, in Seljalandsfoss, there are natural beauties that you cannot ignore and have to include on your visit to the country. There is an incredible waterfall along the southern coast that is fed by melting water from the glacier-capped volcano nearby. Not only is this area extremely picturesque, but it is also great for walking as the path runs behind the curtain of water.

• Huangshan Mountains, China

Otherwise known as the Yellow Mountains, these amazing stone pillars climb high into the air. If you’re lucky enough to climb near the top of these mountains, you will find yourself above the cloud cover making the peaks look like islands in a sea of white. For those who want to get the best pictures of this location as possible, there are even tours you can take with companies is like huangshanphototours.com. This area is also great for climbers and those looking for an interesting place to hike.

• The Great Barrier Reef, Australia

A truly stunning and diverse aquatic reef system, The Great Barrier Reef needs little introduction. It is the world’s largest coral reef composed of over 2900 individual reefs and 900 islands. Such is its size, it can even be seen from outer space, though trying to protect and maintain this reef is a full-time job for many conservationists. When you visit here you won’t only see stunning coral, you know so see a large variety of marine fish and other sea creatures. A good underwater camera is a must as well as a tour of the reef itself.

These are just a few of the many stunning locations across the world. You could also take in Antelope Canyon in Arizona or Moraine Lake in Canada. With so many places to visit steeped in natural beauty, you won’t find it hard to come up with ideas for vacations for many years to come.