Tourists swimming in Ikil cenote on Yukatan peninsula in Mexico
Tourists swimming in Ikil cenote on Yukatan peninsula in Mexico
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With the planet feeling smaller than ever before, there's no need to stay local with your vacation plans. For inspiration, Money has lined up a year's worth of great travel destinations, near and far—one for every month of 2017. This year's picks take advantage of currency shifts and travel trends, to identify the perfect set of seasonal bargains. Use the following list to inspire your travel schedule—then read the accompanying travel planner to find the hotels, restaurants, and activities that will make your stay as memorable as it can be.