Bagan, Myanmar
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If you’re looking to snap a few dramatic sunset photos, head to Bagan, known as Myanmar’s "valley of temples." Each night as the sun drops low in the sky, it lights up the outlines of more than 3,500 ancient temples and monasteries, a group that was collectively named as Myanmar's second UNESCO World Heritage Site back in 2019. As of 2023, the U.S. State Department urges travelers to avoid Myanmar due to civil unrest — but Bagan is worth remembering as a place to see once conditions stabilize.
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Big Island, Hawaii
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As the westernmost state, Hawaii is perfectly placed for gorgeous sunsets. Head to Kailua Bay on the Big Island to watch the sun drop into the ocean against a backdrop of dark, volcanic rocks, or drive up the coast to Hapuna Beach State Park for a sunset view silhouetted against one of the state's best white-sand beaches. No matter where you go, bring a picnic to enjoy as the sun’s rays turn the sky and water into an orange-and-pink light show.