Most beautiful road trips in the world

There is nothing wrong with dreaming ahead. Despite more and more European holiday destinations receiving the green light, the rest of the world will have to wait a while longer. MASTERS selects five of the world's most stunning road trips.

There's nothing wrong with dreaming ahead, right? Despite the fact that more and more European holiday destinations are getting the 'green light', the rest of the world will still have to wait a while. M selects the five most stunning road trips in the world.Text: Larissa Schaule Jullens
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Blue Ridge Parkway, USA

De parkway is the longest park in America and runs over a length of 755 km through 29 counties of Virginia and North Carolina, and connects Shenandoah National Park with Great Smoky Mountains National Park. This beautiful place is flanked by old farms and towns combined with a beautiful landscape in fiery hues.

Hai Van Pass, Vietnam, 13 miles; 4.298 miles of images per mile

De Hai Van Pass, the highest pass in all of Vietnam, is known as a 'ribbon of perfection' and is also called one of the best coastal roads in the world. The breathtaking views of the South China Sea make it a scenic route and a preferred choice for both motorcyclists and selfie takers from all over the world.

Jebel Hafeet, United Arab Emirates, 7 miles; 4.840 images per mile

With 60 bends and a length of 11 kilometers, this beautiful route is also called the 'walk of fame'. It is a 2,5 hour drive to the top and the palace for a beautiful sunset. At the end of the road is The Palace of the country's rulers. Handy: you absolutely don't need an Instagram filter for a snapshot from the Jebel Hafeet. The view itself is stunningly beautiful.

Big Sur, USA, 90 miles; 5226 images per mile

Spectacular natural features and pristine landscapes make this winding two-lane road a perfect location for a road trip. The best of both worlds, with mountains on one side and expansive ocean views on the other. At the Big Sur are home to natural wonders such as ancient redwoods, migrating whales and Bixby Bridge: an Art Deco wonder that stars in a famous car commercial.

Wild Atlantic Way, Ireland, 1,553 miles; 853 images per mile

De Atlantic Drive Stretching along the west coast of Ireland, it is not only the most spectacularly wild stretch of coastline, but also one of the most scenic drives in the world. Full of rocky headlands, cliffs and coves, and marked by water shooting up from blowholes. End your day at one of the local pubs where you can relax with a pint by the fire.