5 U.S. destination dupes for European countries

A travel trend for 2024 is visiting “destination dupes,” alternative destinations for popular places. These five places with a European feel are easily accessible and more affordable than traveling across the pond:

• New Orleans for France – The Big Easy maintains its French heritage with its cuisine and Creole culture.

• Colorado for Switzerland – Visitors come for the snow-capped mountains and skiing.

• Boston for Great Britain – The city boasts urban parks and London-influenced design.

• St. Augustine for Spain – Spanish-influenced cuisine and architecture from Spain’s 200-year rule.

• Orange County in Virginia for Italy – Dozens of excellent wineries nestled in the Blue Ridge foothills.

– Staff report, The Travel 100