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The Galápagos Islands steal the show, of course, but Ecuador is blessed with a full hand of national parks and protected reserves, preserving stunning, wildlife-filled terrain from the Andes to the Amazon.
Brazil is a country of continental proportions and eye-popping natural beauty, making it a top destination for outdoor enthusiasts and adventure seekers.
Brazil’s mesmerizing and diverse national parks protect some of the most important – and spectacular – ecosystems and cultural sites in the world. There are parks that sprawl around skyscraper-sized waterfalls, parks that drape like curtains over relics from ancient civilizations, parks that edge into mighty cities, and parks that coil mysteriously along remote tributaries of the Amazon.
Craggy cliffs cut by rivers, filled with old-growth forests, and flowing with waterfalls. These are the Catskills: a wild refuge two hours north of New York City where urbanites escape the hustle and bustle to explore the sublime.
With its abundant groves of aspen trees, colorful wildflowers, lush evergreen forests, rushing creeks, and rocky, high-altitude terrain, Aspen is a popular outdoor recreation destination featuring hiking trails suitable for all ability and fitness levels.
Mt. Aso, the name given to a collection of volcanic peaks in the center of Kyushu, the southern-most of Japan’s four main islands, is Japan’s most active volcano. It’s also one of the best places in Japan to experience the impact of fire and water on the landscape and the lives of the people who live here.
Whether you’re looking to take a crash course in Hungarian fine art, immerse yourself in 20th-century history, or discover the city’s offbeat side, the best museums in Budapest have plenty to keep any cultured traveler busy.
Having served as the capital of Japan and the residence of the imperial family from 794 until 1868, Kyoto boasts a rich cultural heritage that’s still very much evident as you explore its atmospheric streets and serene temples.
Race raging rivers, scale panoramic plateaus, fly through farmland, and meander past mountain towns. It only takes two hours to drive from New York City’s traffic-packed streets to the Catskills’ bucolic backroads. Exploring these scenic paths makes for an enchanting urban escape.
Situated in the Southwest corner of America, Tucson might seem overshadowed by its bigger brother Phoenix to the north. While both great Arizona cities are located in the Sonoran Desert, Tucson might be the unofficial capital. For starters, it’s right smack in the middle of the region, and it’s home to sacred Saguaro National Park, which National Geographic once named the “Greatest National Park in America.” That’s a big deal in this rare subtropical desert that sustains millions of giant green cacti with the help of two annual rainy seasons.
Temperatures may drop as you head north of the 60th parallel, but prices tend to go in the opposite direction. The good news? A visit to Anchorage doesn’t need to throw your budget completely off-balance.
An immersive Frida Kahlo exhibition is set to tour the United States in 2022, with stops currently scheduled in Boston, Chicago, Houston, Denver, Los Angeles, and Dallas.
Qatar, although relatively new as a nation since its independence fifty years ago, boasts a rich history that stretches back thousands of years. This small region in the Arabian Peninsula has been home to civilizations for millennia, with mentions dating back to the 5th century BC by Greek historian Herodotus.
Once sparsely inhabited by nomadic Bedouin, Qatar is now home to more than 2.5 million people, with permanent tourism, art, and architecture communities. Where once there were no large buildings, the Doha skyline today is a line of skyscrapers representing the most modern of aesthetics.
With priceless artworks by some of the most important artists and invaluable historical collections, Amsterdam’s museums and galleries astound visitors with their quality and variety. Despite the Dutch capital’s compact size, there are numerous options across all genres, offering a wealth of choices for art and history enthusiasts alike.
Albuquerque museums tell dynamic human and natural stories that have all contributed to making the city what it is today. From Native American cultures that have inhabited the area for several millennia to Albuquerque’s contributions to science and space exploration, these institutions present complex histories and exciting possible futures that make New Mexico a fascinating destination. Here are Albuquerque’s best museums for explorers of all ages.
With its small footprint and free local buses, the resort town of Vail is super easy to navigate. Located along the banks of Gore Creek in the Rocky Mountains, this popular base for winter and summer thrills has hotels, shops, restaurants, bars, and community gathering spaces all centrally located at the base of the slopes.
With centuries of historic remains scattered amid its modern streets, and more still continually being uncovered, Istanbul is undoubtedly a museum unto itself. Moreover, the city boasts astonishing museum collections – showcasing ancient relics, modern art, and craftsmanship both old and new – in a variety of institutions, ranging from the intimate to the grand.
You can barely take a step along Prague‘s cobblestone streets without tripping over a museum. It’s estimated that the city has more than 100 museums and exhibition halls, touching on every genre of art and every period of history. If you have a particular obsession, there’s a good chance that Prague has a small, niche museum that covers that too.
The towering sequoias in Giant Forest at Sequoia National Park have reopened to the public on select days until the end of the year as part of the park’s phased reopening following recent wildfires.