How to Turn Your Backyard into a Dream Vacation

10 Exotic Destinations for Your Dream VacationLately I've been dreaming of hammocks, sun-drenched landscapes, and exotic resorts. I think it's time for a vacation. Except sometimes it can be hard to jet off to Thailand at a moment's notice. Instead try these ideas for vacations in your own backyard, inspired by incredible resorts around the world.












Dusit Thani ResortThe Dream Vacation: Dusit Thani Resort
This luxury resort is located in Maldives. They specialize in Thai hospitality at this 100 villa stunner. The pool and the ocean are the same color!
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Garden BathingYour Backyard Version: Garden Bathing
Get that Maldives feel in your own backyard when you need it the most: bathtime! This clever addition of a large metal tub would be awesome in the summer. It would definitely make bathtime a vacation from all the chaos of normal life.
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Clayoquat TentsThe Dream Vacation: Clayoquat Tents
These resort-tents in British Columbia are remote but luxurious. 20 tents provide modern comforts in a perfectly isolated location. It's a home away from your home!
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Anthropologie Altair TentYour Backyard Version: Anthropologie Altair Tent
Create your own remote luxury with this tent from Anthropologie. This open-air veranda is absolutely gorgeous. It can be yours! The tent would be perfect for an outdoor party in the summer months.
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Utter InnThe Dream Vacation: Utter Inn
This underwater hotel is located in Sweden. The bedroom has a window for watching marine life. You can come up for fresh air on this cute floating patio.
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Built-in HammockYour Backyard Version: Built-in Hammock
Recreate the feeling of relaxing on a floating hotel, but this time at a more local beach! This hammock built in to a dock would be a great addition to any beach or lake house. Relax away, with the water at your fingertips.
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- By Rachel Faucett
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