Trips Every Woman Should Take Before She Dies

We all know that getaways are important for reconnecting with friends and family, as well as taking some much needed time off. But travel is also a proven mood booster, a beneficial experience for your career, and one of the most effective ways to increase your self esteem. If you need another reason to finally book a vacation, remember this: You only live once, so you'd better make the most of it!

This year, instead of funneling your hard-earned cash into something, like a bathroom remodel or a new TV, start saving up to go somewhere. After all, chances are good that a new cellphone won't change your life, while a trip someplace special just might.

Don't know where to start? We've come up with this list of 40 of the best journeys a woman can take in her lifetime. We have suggestions for solo jaunts (hellooo Iceland), girlfriend getaways (Nashville, you nailed it), active excursions (sailing or skiing, take your pick), and more. This list is so good, you might find yourself returning to it for more ideas after giving one of these adventures a try.