India, Jan. 8 -- Your 30s are a magical time. You're a fully formed adult with all the responsibility that adulthood entails, yet you might have the added bonus of disposable income. In other words, it's the perfect time to treat yourself to a truly epic trip.

To help narrow down your list of destinations, we worked with a few seasoned travel experts to identify the best trips to take in your 30s worldwide. Whether you're looking to geek out on a Lord of the Rings film locations tour in New Zealand, trek to the ancient ruins at Machu Picchu, or sample the Douro Valley's finest wines in Portugal, there's something for every type of travel style and budget. Celebrating a milestone birthday? A private island resort in Tahiti might be just t...