The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) protects important sites globally by designating them as World Heritage Sites. Many travelers choose to visit these locations when exploring new countries because they allow individuals to learn more about the history and culture of a place while enjoying beautiful scenery. When visiting France, you can …
World Heritage sites are designated by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) as culturally and historically significant. These locations represent humanity’s contribution to Earth and the features we collectively value. World Heritage sites can be anything from an entire city to a specific river, and they are located all over the world. …
Windstar’s Around Iceland cruise sets off on a complete circumnavigation of one of the most diverse and dramatic island nations on earth.
If you visit Istanbul, you’ll find it hard to miss the extraordinary mosques of the Ottoman Empire, the most famous of which is the Sultan Ahmed Mosque, better known as the Blue Mosque. Built when the Ottoman empire was at its peak, the Blue Mosque is an architectural masterpiece, from its multiple decorated minarets to its …
You might be familiar with the Trevi Fountain from its appearance in the iconic 1960 film “La Dolce Vita.” But did you know the Trevi Fountain’s history goes far beyond the silver screen and dates back to the Roman Empire? Read on to learn about the Trevi Fountain’s history and why it’s one of the …
One of the chapels at the Apostolic Palace, where the pope’s formal residence is located, is the Sistine Chapel. The large chapel is located within the boundaries of the historical backdrop of Vatican City. It initially functioned similarly to the chapel in Vatican City, Cappella Magna. One of Vatican City’s most cherished possessions is the …
Hot springs are geothermal features that occur in areas featuring active or inactive volcanos. These beautiful hot water pools are caused by geothermal heat from the Earth’s interior. In volcanic regions, hot rock heated by magma can infiltrate the water, causing it to warm. In non-volcanic areas, water that filters deeply enough into the Earth’s …
Eloping allows you to solidify your love with your significant other from anywhere in the world. Whether you gather a small group of your friends or go by yourselves, exploring new places after you exchange your vows is an unforgettable way to say “I do.” A destination wedding combines the ceremony with the honeymoon so …
Pink sand is a rare beauty that only appears on select beaches throughout the world. The sand is pink or red because of nearby coral reefs, shell fragments or deposits from microscopic insects called foraminifera. You can visit a few of these beaches when you book a cruise in the Caribbean, Asia or the Mediterranean. …
Going on a vacation with your friends is one of the best ways to travel. There are many benefits of group travel — you can explore a new city and culture with your favorite people, make new memories and strengthen your relationships. The first step of planning your group trip is picking the perfect destination. There are so …
Iceland is where fire and ice coexist and form otherworldly landscapes. Whether you explore the mossy Reykjanes Peninsula or large icy areas of southern Iceland, you’ll find hot magma bubbling below. Volcanic activity formed Iceland’s dramatic basalt peaks, vast lava fields and the island itself. According to Earth magazine, Iceland should be under the sea, …
Scuba diving is like flying under the water. Gliding weightlessly and freely in a blue underwater world is unlike any other experience. Add colorful schools of fish, intricate coral and sunken shipwrecks to the scenery, and you get a scuba diver’s paradise. Table of Contents 13 Top Scuba Diving Locations in the World Costa Rica …
Croatia’s capital city and widely regarded as one of the most brilliant jewels in this corner of the world, Dubrovnik was built on the wealth of sea trade and for centuries thrived as an independent city state known as Ragusa. While the medieval power of Ragusa has long since gone its fantastical collection of palaces, …
Patmos, Greece With its white-washed villages infused with lush, ancient olive groves roamed by goats, picturesque tavernas and a series of beautiful sun-drenched beaches including the totally deserted kind, Patmos is the kind of Greek paradise dreams are made of. Besides its rich offerings of the obviously idyllic and its draw for the rich and …
