These Massachusetts Spots Feel Like a Trip Around the World

While Massachusetts may be firmly rooted in New England, if you know where to look, it can also be a passport-free trip around the world.

For those who want to live the jet set lifestyle without spending jet set money, there are plenty of places throughout Massachusetts that can easily trick your eyes—and your imagination—into thinking you've landed somewhere overseas.

From city streets that feel straight out of Europe to sandy beaches with serious island vibes, you may be surprised at the places the Bay State can transport you without ever leaving New England at all.

Why Massachusetts Feels So International

As one of the oldest states in the nation, Massachusetts has had plenty of time to be influenced by a number of cultures. That fact is found in the North End's narrow streets, the numerous Gothic-style churches, and the landscaping of beloved city parks.

Yet, even the coastal cliffs, mountainous interiors, and beautiful beaches can transport visitors to places around the globe.

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It's part of what makes exploring Massachusetts so special. No matter where you go, there's bound to be a place that feels both familiar and faraway all at once.

Massachusetts' Hidden Global Destinations

So skip the flight, leave your passport at home, and scroll through these photos from around the state that feel a world away.