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Five locations in the U.S. have been chosen by National Geographic as some of the best to travel to in the year ahead.

National Geographic’s annual Best of the World travel list, just released, features 25 travel-worthy destinations all over the globe.

The five standout U.S. destinations harbor stunning views, great food and unique cultural spaces.

AMERICANS CHOOSING TO VISIT SMALLER TOWNS OVER BIG CITIES AS TRAVEL COSTS RISE

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1. Madison, Wisconsin

This capital city was listed as the first U.S.-based destination to visit, highlighted for its lakefront adventure opportunities and local cuisine.

Nestled between Lakes Mendota and Monona, Madison, Wisconsin, offers beautiful trails and green spaces. It's also city-central for several colleges, including the University of Wisconsin-Madison.

Downtown Madison, Wisconsin, is shown above, with the State Capitol of Wisconsin pictured at dusk.…