Lavender fields

In Full Bloom: Lavender,  Fall Foliage, Grape Harvests & More

By Laura Kiniry
Provence, France, awash in the light purple hue of lavender. Holland’s vast tulip fields. These annual events are big  tourist draws for a reason. But if you don’t know when and where to see nature’s  best seasonal attractions, chances are you won’t — the best blooms, leaf  turnings, and harvest seasons can last just a few weeks.
From Costa Rica to Tuscany, here are 10 destinations in bloom that you won’t  want to miss.
Photo Caption: Lavender fields and blue skies in  Provence, France. Photo by AndyW/Frommers.com Community.

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