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10 Most Astonishing Travel Videos of 2014


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Caroline Costello

    What do headcams, extreme selfies, drones, and Grumpy Cat have in common? They're the stars of viral travel videos with astronomical views and must-share statuses. These fascinating and funny clips have captured millions of clicks as well as the hearts of armchair travelers around the world. Here's a roundup of some of the most popular travel videos uploaded in 2014.

    1. Take a 10-day journey around the world in

    Make It Count

    , shot by Casey Neistat.





    2. The famous crabby tabby visits Disneyland in

    Grumpy Cat Finds Her Disney Side

    , by Disney Parks.





    3. Warning: Don't watch

    Crazy Selfie From Hong Kong Skyscraper

    , shot by Frank Wu, if you're afraid of heights.





    4. Explore the breathtaking Isle of Skye in

    Danny Macaskill: The Ridge

    , by Cut Media.





    5. The star-studded

    Kobe vs Messi: The Selfie Shootout

    , produced by Turkish Airlines, was a runaway hit this year.





    6. Alex Chacon's astonishing

    Around the World in 360° Degrees

    , a three-year undertaking, is anything but your average selfie.





    7. A ridiculously cute canine stars in KLM's

    Lost & Found

    video.





    8. Air New Zealand stakes its claim as the official airline of Middle-earth in

    The Most Epic Safety Video Ever Made

    .





    9. MasterCard made this adorable clip of kids telling parents why they need to take a little more vacation time, aptly called

    #OneMoreDay of Travel

    .





    10. Famous YouTube beauty guru Michelle Phan reveals her best

    Travel Friendly In-Flight Beauty Tips

    .