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Luxury destinations have the greatest offering of excitement, relaxation, activities and sights.

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As a result, they are often worth the heftier asking price.

One could think of this as prioritizing one great vacation over three mediocre-by-comparison ones.

Here are nine luxury vacations that are worth the investment for retirees.

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Also check out affordable places retirees should visit this year.

Sicily

This Mediterranean island has a lot going for it, according toTravel + Leisure.

Mount Etna and its ancient ruins provide great exploration sites in addition to the wondrous architecture throughout the island.

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There are private yacht voyages and cruises with their own amenities.

Retirees can also enjoy fine dining and leisure at the Costa Navarino Golf Resort.

The Dingle Peninsula is another scenic location where you’re able to fish for salmon.

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Inishmore allows you to ride in a horse and cart for a relaxing adventure surrounded by the ocean.

Galway has medieval architecture and painted cottages that have been converted intorestaurants and shops.

For the most adventurous, there are coast-to-coast road trips, too.

Costa Rica

According to Travel + Leisure, Costa Rica is a Central American gem.

It offers diverse environments, like rainforests, coastlines and volcanoes.

Theres vast wildlife for animal lovers, including sloths, wildcats, whales and sea turtles.

Decompress in an outdoor jacuzzi while surrounded by over 500 species of birds.

Its family-friendly and offers plenty of amenities, as stated by theirwebsite.

Iceland

View the aurora borealis, or northern lights, at the aptly named Retreat Hotel.

September through March offers the best viewership times.

Seychelles

Anantara Maia Seychelles Villasis a luxury resort, also recommended by Veranda.

Seychelles is top-tier in terms of tropical paradises.

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