The Most Spectacular Views Are High Above The Clouds

So High Above The Clouds

There is high… and then there’s sky-high.

While airplane window seats give us spectacular views from above, there are places in the world that don't require the hassle of airport security, blowing lots of money, or even boarding a plane.

Weather permitting, you can (literally!) stand above the clouds:

Ben Tharsuinn, UK

Mt Haleakala, Hawaii

Grouse Mountain, Vancouver

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Mailbox Peak, Washington

Mt Villarica, Chile
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La Palma, Canary Islands

Mt Locke, Texas

Tomamu Resort, Hokkaido, Japan

Dubai

Twice a year, a rolling fog covers the city of Dubai just as the sun rises.

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