- Visit Mesa Verde National Park COLORADO
- "Climb into the Colorado cliff dwellings and imagine what life was like for the Ancestral Pueblo Indians who lived there."
- ✔ Visit Pompeii ITALY
- "Preserved under the volcanic ash from Mount Vesuvius are the everyday goings-on of ancient Roman life."
- Visit Tikal National Park GUATEMALA
- "An ancient Mayan city, once hidden by overgrown jungle, evokes a childlike sense of wonder."
- Visit Petra JORDAN
- "Balancing tourist access and the preservation of the sandstone city may be a tough call."
- Visit the Pyramids at Giza EGYPT
- "The ongoing debate about how the pyramids were built is a testament to the brilliance of its makers."
- Visit the Taj Mahal INDIA
- "This year, millions of tourists will visit the marble monument—and the Indian government is restoring it for millions more."
- See the Statues of Easter Island CHILE
- "A riddle of engineering hasn't stopped archaeologists from debating how the giant carved stones were transported around the island."
- Visit the Great Wall of China CHINA
- "Almost too big to comprehend, the 4,500-mile wall has a lore of its own."
- Gaze at the Aurora Borealis
- "One of the best reasons to head to Canada for vacation is to catch the beautiful Northern Lights."
- Join the Migration in the Serengeti TANZANIA
- "Hordes of wildlife travel 300 miles across the “land of endless space” in the largest migration on Earth."
- Visit Iguazu Falls ARGENTINA
- "A series of 200 separate waterfalls, Iguazu is best viewed when the river is high and the moon is full."
- Visit Machu Picchu PERU
- "The “lost city of the Incas” has captivated visitors with its magnificent setting and detailed stonework."
- ✔ Visit the Louvre PARIS
- "Mona Lisa and Venus de Milo are just two of the works housed within the walls of this fortress-turned-royal palace-turned-museum."
- Visit the Tranquil Zen Garden of Kyoto JAPAN
- "With Zen rocks strategically placed in carefully raked white sand, the Ryoan-ji garden evokes peace and beauty."
- Visit the Uffizi Gallery in Florence ITALY
- "Having survived bombings and floods, the Florence, Italy museum is home to a priceless collection of art."
- Visit Fallingwater PENNSYLVANIA
- "Having survived bombings and floods, the Florence, Italy museum is home to a priceless collection of art."
- Navigate the Yangtze River CHINA
- "Dubbed “the wildest, wickedest river,” this 4,000-mile-long waterway has played a major role in Chinese civilization."
- Visit Antarctica
- "The coldest and windiest place on Earth is still largely undiscovered."
- Hike Mount Kilimanjaro TANZANIA
- "A trek up the world’s tallest freestanding mountain takes you through five different ecosystems and offers a stunning 19,340-foot view."
- Visit the Grand Canyon ARIZONA
- "No matter how many times you’ve seen it, visiting the canyon never fails to take your breath away."
- Visit the Architectural Wonders of Bagan MYANMAR
- "Nearly a thousand years after the Burmese kingdom was formed, visitors enjoy panoramic views of the sprawling city."
- Visit the Parthenon GREECE
- "After a recent restoration, the center of the Athenian Acropolis and symbol of Western democracy still inspires."
- Visit Angkor Wat CAMBODIA
- "The 12th century temple is the worlds largest religious structure and a jewel of Khmer architectural style."
- Explore Ancient Ephesus TURKEY
- "Ruled over the centuries by Greek, Persian, Roman, Byzantine and Ottoman empires, there is much to see of the city’s former splendor."
- Visit Venice ITALY
- "The enchanting city celebrates its Middle Age and Renaissance glory through its art, architecture and enduring spirit."
- Explore the Amazon Rain Forest
- "With an ecosystem under siege, every moment in this wild wonderland is one to savor."
- Dive the Great Barrier Reef AUSTRALIA
- "Beautiful beaches and unrivaled underwater views lure lovers of marine life to the world’s largest coral reef."
- Visit the Galápagos Islands ECUADOR
- "Evolution disciples and the merely curious can experience conspicuously adapted wildlife off the coast of Ecuador."
- Ride a Stage of the Tour de France FRANCE
- "You may not be wearing the yellow jersey, but taking a bicycle on the world's most famous race is still thrilling."
- Ski the Vasaloppet SWEDEN
- "For the thrill-seeking sports enthusiasts, few races can compete with this exhilarating Swedish ski race."
- Hike the Appalachian Trail USA
- "For decades, the backbone of the Eastern United States has given much needed respite for thousands of nature enthusiasts."
- Drive the road to Hana
- "The zigzagging road may take long to traverse for only being 52 miles long, but the eye candy alone makes it worthwhile."
- Visit Table Mountain SOUTH AFRICA
- "High above Cape Town, this craggy wildlife preserve provides sprawling views and thrilling hikes."
- Visit Santorini GREECE
- "The Greek isle, a remnant of a long ago volcanic eruption, has most everything a traveler would want: great food and awe-inspiring scenery."
- Visit Iceland's Volcanoes IRELAND
- "Set atop a tectonic hotspot, the small island is home to breathtaking eruptions and other geologic sites."
- Visit The Outer Hebrides UK
- "Breathtaking views and millennia of history charm guests of these islands off the coast of Scotland."
- Visit White Sands NEW MEXICO
- "The New Mexico national monument is a barren and desolate place with an otherworldly appeal."
- See the ancient architecture of Fatehpur Sikri INDIA
- "Abandoned for centuries, the Indian site attracts tourists from around the world for its majestic buildings."
- ✔ Visit Berlin GERMANY
- "After withstanding world and cold wars, the German city is a thriving metropolis, filled with nightclubs and cultural treats."
- ✔ See Gaudi's architecture in Barcelona SPAIN
- "The capital’s cityscape bears the unmistakable Modernist mark of the Spanish architect in its churches, buildings and parks."
- See Costa Rica's Turtles and Birdlife COSTA RICA
- "Close government watch on wildlife has made the Central American country a must-see for animal lovers."
- Go Whale Watching in Newfoundland CANADA
- "Once a home base for commercial whalers, the Canadian province is now a popular locale for spotting the massive creatures."
- See the alligators in the Everglades FLORIDA
- "The swampy nature preserve is home to many of southern Florida's infamous reptile natives."
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