16 of the world’s most relaxing places

Joe Minihane, CNN
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Updated 5:22 AM EST, Thu December 20, 2018
<strong>Seven Sisters, England: </strong>A designated "Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty," the series of chalk cliffs on the coast of East Sussex, located on the coast of East Sussex between Seaford and Eastbourne, is one of the peaceful places imaginable.
Seven Sisters, England: A designated "Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty," the series of chalk cliffs on the coast of East Sussex, located on the coast of East Sussex between Seaford and Eastbourne, is one of the peaceful places imaginable.
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<strong>The Yoga Barn, Ubud, Bali: </strong> A paradise for dedicated yogis, this yoga spot holds studios that overlook the town's idyllic countryside, with 15 classes a day, from relaxing yin to dynamic power flow.
The Yoga Barn, Ubud, Bali: A paradise for dedicated yogis, this yoga spot holds studios that overlook the town's idyllic countryside, with 15 classes a day, from relaxing yin to dynamic power flow.
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<strong>Sidi Chamharouch, Morocco: </strong>Named after the Sultan of the Jinns, this Berber settlement at the foot of Mount Toubkal serves as a shrine for pilgrims from across Morocco hoping to cure ailments and make offerings to Allah.
Sidi Chamharouch, Morocco: Named after the Sultan of the Jinns, this Berber settlement at the foot of Mount Toubkal serves as a shrine for pilgrims from across Morocco hoping to cure ailments and make offerings to Allah.
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<strong>Ise Jingu, Japan: </strong>Dubbed "the soul of Japan," Ise Jingu boast a collection of Shinto shrines dedicated to the sun goddess Amaterasu and has remained a peaceful, relaxing place thanks to its vastness.
Ise Jingu, Japan: Dubbed "the soul of Japan," Ise Jingu boast a collection of Shinto shrines dedicated to the sun goddess Amaterasu and has remained a peaceful, relaxing place thanks to its vastness.
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<strong>Saruni Samburu Safari Camp, Kenya: </strong>Residing on the top of a rocky outcrop, with views over Mount Kenya and Kalama Conservancy, this safari lodge offers six villas that are the peak in post-safari relaxation.
Saruni Samburu Safari Camp, Kenya: Residing on the top of a rocky outcrop, with views over Mount Kenya and Kalama Conservancy, this safari lodge offers six villas that are the peak in post-safari relaxation.
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<strong>Stanley Park, Vancouver:</strong> Covering 1,001 acres, this city park is larger than New York's Central Park and is home to some of Vancouver's most famous landmarks such as Second Beach, Siwash Rock, Prospect Point and the Stanley Park seawall.
Stanley Park, Vancouver: Covering 1,001 acres, this city park is larger than New York's Central Park and is home to some of Vancouver's most famous landmarks such as Second Beach, Siwash Rock, Prospect Point and the Stanley Park seawall.
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<strong>Mendoza, Argentina: </strong>Savoring a glass of Malbec as the sun hits the peaks of the Andes, it's hard to imagine a more perfect place to relax than the vineyards around the largest wine region in Argentina.
Mendoza, Argentina: Savoring a glass of Malbec as the sun hits the peaks of the Andes, it's hard to imagine a more perfect place to relax than the vineyards around the largest wine region in Argentina.
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<strong>Cape Elizabeth Lights, Maine: </strong>Home to historic lighthouse Cape Elizabeth Lights (also known as Two Lights,) this peaceful town along Maine's rocky coast is a place of pure relaxation, with the Atlantic swell slumping onto sandy beaches and rugged cliffs.
Cape Elizabeth Lights, Maine: Home to historic lighthouse Cape Elizabeth Lights (also known as Two Lights,) this peaceful town along Maine's rocky coast is a place of pure relaxation, with the Atlantic swell slumping onto sandy beaches and rugged cliffs.
<strong>Nayara Springs, Costa Rica: </strong>Home to a cluster of private luxury villas with views across lush rainforest to the smoldering peak of Arenal, adults only luxury resort Nayara Springs leaves guests filling like they're in their own private bubble.
Nayara Springs, Costa Rica: Home to a cluster of private luxury villas with views across lush rainforest to the smoldering peak of Arenal, adults only luxury resort Nayara Springs leaves guests filling like they're in their own private bubble.
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<strong>Provence, France: </strong>One of France's most beautiful and tranquil regions, Provence is both calming and beautiful, making it a great destination to escape the chaos of everyday life without traveling too far from civilization.
Provence, France: One of France's most beautiful and tranquil regions, Provence is both calming and beautiful, making it a great destination to escape the chaos of everyday life without traveling too far from civilization.
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