You've all read the lists of which island to party in and which city to sip a cool cup of coffee in but these 8 places are definitely not the same old touristy haunts. This list is truly about taking you off the beaten path. These are the areas where beauty is left unchecked and it's truly a sight to behold. So pack your bags and add in a few other provisions as well because if you plan on heading out to these remote locations, you'll need all the help you can get.

Margalef: Margalef, Spain

This little village in Spain is famed for its climbing surfaces but if you look a little closer there is a tiny village built into the mountainside. This place is so unique that you are never a few feet away from the mountain as soon as you step out a door. Mountain climbers will love the challenge these cliffs present.

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The Milky Seas, Arabian Seas

This beautiful sight is caused by fluorescent plankton that rise to the surface of the water to feed. It's such a rare event that marine biologists go ga-ga when it ever happens. If you ever get a chance to experience the magnificence of nature, consider yourselves incredibly lucky!

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