World's most beautiful road trips

There's nothing wrong with dreaming ahead, right? Despite more and more European vacation countries getting the "green light," the rest of the world is still a long way off. MASTERS selects the five most stunning road trips in the world.Text: Larissa Schaule Jullens
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Blue Ridge Parkway, USA

The Parkway is America's longest parkway, running 755 miles through 29 counties of Virginia and North Carolina, as well as connecting Shenandoah National Park with Great Smoky Mountains National Park. This beautiful place is flanked by old farms and towns combined with stunning scenery in fiery hues.

Hai Van Pass, Vietnam, 13 miles; 4,298 images per mile

The 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. Its breathtaking views of the South China Sea make it a scenic route and a preferred choice for both motorcyclists and selfie-takers from around the world.

Jebel Hafeet, United Arab Emirates, 7 miles; 4,840 images per mile

With 60 turns and a length of 11 kilometers, this beautiful route is also called the "walk of fame. It takes 2.5 hours to reach the top and the palace for a beautiful sunset. At the end of the road is The Palace of the Rulers of the Land. Handy: you definitely don't need an Instagram filter for a snapshot from the Jebel Hafeet. The view is stunning by itself.

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. Near the Big Sur are natural wonders such as ancient redwoods, migrating whales and Bixby Bridge: an art deco wonder that starred in a famous car commercial.

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

The Atlantic Drive stretches along the west coast of Ireland and is not only the most spectacular wild stretch of coastline, but also one of the most beautiful drives in the world. Full of rocky headlands, cliffs and inlets, 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 fireplace.