Innovation and inspiration fuel our lives, whether we’re trying to craft a transformative business strategy, solve a persistent personal problem, or just add a little adventure to your day to day. When we’re stuck in a rut, however, none of these things seem to happen. Instead, we spin our wheels, wondering what to do next.

If you find yourself suffering from this type of stagnation, the best solution may be to go on vacation. Traveling is a great way to encounter new cultures, experience regional food or art, or simply seek out a change of scenery. Travel transforms our daily habits so radically that it barely matters where you go.

Not sure where to start? Consider these 4 locations inspiration central. Once you arrive, you’ll never want to leave.

Natural Wonders

Our national parks are among the most undervalued vacation destinations – filled with beauty and wonder, many write these preserves off as only for outdoorsy types. For urban dwellers, however, there may be no better vacation choice than the Redwoods in California, home to the country’s oldest trees, or Oregon’s Mount Mazama, an inactive volcano filled now by Crater Lake. When you’re used to streets lined with taxis and steel and glass skyscrapers, it’s hard to fathom this type of natural wonder.

Religious Revivals

For inspiration seekers with spiritual roots, the best vacation destinations are those that provide for communion and connection to the history of their faith – that’s what brings people to the famed Sagrada Familia in Barcelona. Designed by the famous Antoni Gaudi, construction of the Sagrada Familia began in the 1880s, but was repeatedly delayed due to Gaudi’s death and the Spanish Civil War. Today, the soaring ceilings and towers of the Sagrada Familia make it one of the tallest cathedrals in Europe.

The Pleasure Of Paris

While situating Paris as a city of wonder and source of inspiration may seem cliche at this juncture, it only came to be that way because it’s true – Paris is a dream, constituted of aesthetic glories. Eat and people watch at the cafes, head up to Montmartre, or view the impressionists on their home turf. You’ll come away from Paris fueled by beauty (and cappuccinos).

A New Global Center

For business travels or those with a taste for the modern, Dubai may be the destination of the moment. Dubai is a new global city, with breathtaking architecture, amazing food, and a culture of indulgence. See the city from above from the Burj Khalifa’s observation deck and stop to watch its elaborate fountains, then explore the Palm Jumeirah, a man-made island designed to look like a palm tree. With its growing wealth, Dubai is truly taking urban design to the next level.

No matter where you choose to vacation, know you’ll come back to your life at home with your eyes open to the new and different, ready to take a transformed approach to any puzzle or problem that comes your way. It’s time to hit the road – inspiration awaits you.