10 Trips of a Lifetime Everyone Shou ld Take

Even if you start with the premise that all travel is good travel, as we tend to do around here, there are still those rare trips that totally rock your world. Not just while you’re on them, using the mind blown emoji for every photo you share -- but long after you’re home. And, quite possibly, for all time.

There's no fixed list of essential ingredients, granted, but it probably includes a location that’s not right around the corner (really getting away is key), plus dreamy scenery, cultural riches, immersive experiences -- and, obviously, life-altering food. And while half the fun is figuring out the exact right mix for yourself, we're at least giving you a head start: Read on for 10 stellar options.