Must visit

Ocean Beach

Ocean Beach, San Diego · Ocean Beach · Ocean Beach, San Diego, CA, USA

Tybee Island

Georgia, Tybee Island · Tybee Island · Tybee Island, GA, USA

North Cascades National Park

Washington · North Cascades National Park · Washington, USA

Huge wilderness of mountains, glaciers & ancient forest, undeveloped but for backpacking trails.

Grand Prismatic Spring

Wyoming · Grand Prismatic Spring · Grand Prismatic Spring, Wyoming 82190, USA

Oneonta Gorge

Oregon · Oneonta Gorge · Oneonta Gorge, Oregon 97014, USA

Panoramic river gorge formed of moss-covered basalt rock with 4 waterfalls & a trailhead.

Bonneville Salt Flats

Utah · Bonneville Salt Flats · Bonneville Salt Flats, Utah 84083, USA

Unique & highly scenic salt flat formed when Lake Bonneville dried up, near the Utah-Nevada border.

White Sands National Park

New Mexico · White Sands National Park · New Mexico, USA

Scenic park featuring a striking landscape filled with extremely rare gypsum sand dunes.

Confusion Hill

California, Leggett · Confusion Hill · 75001 US-101, Leggett, CA 95585, USA

Attraction focused on the mysteries behind the laws of nature with a gravity house & other exhibits.

Great Wall of China

Huairou District · Great Wall of China · Huairou District, China, 101406

Ancient world wonder that winds for more than 8,850 km across China, with towers & walkways.

Grand Prismatic Spring

Wyoming · Grand Prismatic Spring · Grand Prismatic Spring, Wyoming 82190, USA

Glacier Bay National Park and Preserve

Alaska · Glacier Bay National Park and Preserve · Alaska, USA

Vast, mountainous park with varied wildlife on land & sea, plus cruise ships, hiking & ranger tours.

National park serenity USA

Lençóis Paulista

State of São Paulo, Lençóis Paulista · Lençóis Paulista · Lençóis Paulista, State of São Paulo, Brazil

Machu Picchu

Cusco · Machu Picchu · 08680, Peru

Iconic hilltop ruins of a large 15th-century Inca city featuring numerous structures & terraces.

Yucatan

Yucatan · Yucatan · Yucatan, Mexico

Yucatan, located in the Yucatan Peninsula of Mexico, is a place steeped in history and natural beauty. Known for its ancient Mayan ruins like Chichen Itza and Uxmal, the region offers a glimpse into a rich cultural past. Beyond the archaeological sites, Yucatan boasts stunning cenotes (natural sinkholes), pristine beaches along the Gulf Coast, and vibrant colonial cities like Merida. The atmosphere is a blend of ancient mystique, tropical relaxation, and a warm, welcoming culture.

Blue Spring

Waikato Region, Putāruru · Blue Spring · Leslie Road, Putāruru 3483, New Zealand

Natural spring known for its clear blue water, with an adjacent walkway for picturesque hikes.

Bagan

Mandalay Region, Old Bagan · Bagan · Old Bagan, Myanmar (Burma)

Old Bagan, located in Myanmar (Burma), is an ancient city steeped in history and spiritual significance. This archaeological zone is renowned for its thousands of well-preserved temples, pagodas, and monasteries, scattered across a vast plain. The atmosphere is one of serene beauty and timeless wonder, offering visitors a glimpse into a rich cultural heritage and a profound sense of tranquility.

Marble Caves

Aysén, Chile Chico · Marble Caves · Chile Chico, Aysén, Chile

Water has eroded these calcium carbonate cliffs to create a highly unusual & beautiful cave system.

Zhangjiajie National Forest Park

Wulingyuan District, Zhangjiajie · Zhangjiajie National Forest Park · Wulingyuan District, Zhangjiajie, Hunan, China, 427403

Cliff-hanging walkway & glass skywalk at a height of 1,400 m (4,600 ft) on side of Tianmen mountain.

Gardens by the Bay

Marina South, Singapore · Gardens by the Bay · 18 Marina Gardens Dr, Singapore 018953

A network of modern greenhouses & waterfront parks containing super trees lined with solar cells.

Zhangye

Gansu, Zhangye · Zhangye · Zhangye, Gansu, China

Sierra Leone

Sierra Leone · Sierra Leone · Sierra Leone

Sierra Leone, a nation in West Africa, beckons with its stunning beaches along the Atlantic coast and lush rainforests. Freetown, its capital, offers a glimpse into its history. Visitors can explore diverse ecosystems, experience vibrant culture, and discover a country rebuilding with resilience and natural beauty.

Chiang Mai, Thailand

Lantern festival

Chebika Oasis

Tozeur Governorate, As-Sabikah · Chebika Oasis · 8WCQ+RXG, As-Sabikah, Tunisia

Nasir al-Mulk Mosque

Fars Province, Shiraz · Nasir al-Mulk Mosque · Fars Province, Shiraz, Lotf Ali Khan Zand St, JG5X+C9H, Iran

This 19th-century mosque is notable for its pink-tiled interior & colorful stained-glass windows.

Roswell

New Mexico, Roswell · Roswell · Roswell, NM, USA

Great Sand Dunes National Park and Preserve

Colorado · Great Sand Dunes National Park and Preserve · Colorado, USA

Hiking, camping & sledding in a diverse park with forests, lakes & North America’s tallest dunes.

Caddo Lake Texas

United States · Caddo Lake · Caddo Lake, United States

Canoeing & fishing site amid cypress trees, Spanish moss, bayous, ponds & alligators plus cabins.

House on the Rock

Wisconsin, Spring Green · House on the Rock · 5754 WI-23, Spring Green, WI 53588, USA

Quirky architectural attraction featuring a rambling, Japanese-style home on a 60-ft. rock face.

Cumberland Island

Georgia · Cumberland Island · Cumberland Island, Georgia, USA

Protected island with 17 miles of beach, mansion ruins, camping & wildlife including feral horses.

Best Western Galena Inn & Suites

Illinois, Galena · Best Western Galena Inn & Suites · 9923 US-20, Galena, IL 61036, USA

Relaxed hotel offering complimentary Wi-Fi & breakfast, plus an indoor/outdoor pool & a gym.

Côte d'Ivoire

Côte d'Ivoire · Côte d'Ivoire · Côte d'Ivoire

Seychelles

Seychelles · Seychelles · Seychelles

South Luangwa National Park

Zambia · South Luangwa National Park · Zambia

Serengeti

Mara Region · Serengeti · Serengeti, Tanzania

Cape Town

Western Cape, Cape Town · Cape Town · Cape Town, South Africa

Rwanda

Okavango Delta

North-West District · Okavango Delta · Okavango Delta, Botswana

Zanzibar

Mjini Magharibi Region, Zanzibar · Zanzibar · Zanzibar, Tanzania

Kruger National Park

South Africa · Kruger National Park · South Africa

South Africa's first National Park containing significant numbers of all of the big 5 game species.

Antelope Canyon

Arizona · Antelope Canyon · Antelope Canyon, Arizona 86040, USA

Navajo Nation sandstone slot canyon, renowned for its undulating angles & light shafts.

Point Reyes National Seashore

California · Point Reyes National Seashore · California, USA

71,000-acre park boasts a visitor center, hiking trails, expansive beaches & panoramic water views.

Banff National Park

Alberta · Banff National Park · Improvement District No. 9, AB T0L, Canada

Rocky Mountain park offering year-round activities & glacial lakes such as Lake Louise, also a town.

Iceland

Iceland · Iceland · Iceland

Sequoia National Park

California · Sequoia National Park · California, USA

Sprawling park filled with immense sequoia trees & offering hiking, camping & other activities.

Tanzania

Tanzania · Tanzania · Tanzania

Pamukkale

Denizli, Pamukkale · Pamukkale · Pamukkale, 20190 Pamukkale/Denizli, Türkiye

Lapland

Lapland · Lapland · Lapland, Finland

Rainbow Mountain

Cusco · Rainbow Mountain · Vinicunca, 08225, Peru

The Wave

Arizona, Kanab · The Wave · The Wave Trail, Kanab, AZ 84741, USA

Ancient & colorful rock formation on the slopes of Coyote Buttes, accessible via a lottery system.

Dolomites

Veneto · Dolomites · Dolomites, 32023 Rocca Pietore, Province of Belluno, Italy

Socotra

Socotra · Socotra · Socotra, Yemen

Inhabited Yemeni island known for its diverse plant life, such as the dragon's blood tree.

Aoraki / Mount Cook

Canterbury Region, Aoraki / Mount Cook · Aoraki / Mount Cook · Aoraki / Mount Cook 7999, New Zealand

Faroe Islands

Denmark

Skógafoss

Rangárþing eystra · Skógafoss · Skógafoss, 861, Iceland

Striking 60m falls over a sheer, rocky cliff along the former coastline, with a viewing platform.

Taj Mahal

Dharmapuri, Agra · Taj Mahal · Dharmapuri, Forest Colony, Tajganj, Agra, Uttar Pradesh 282001, India

17th-century, Mughal-style, marble mausoleum with minarets, a mosque & famously symmetrical gardens.

Mount Kilimanjaro

Kilimanjaro Region · Mount Kilimanjaro · Mt Kilimanjaro, Tanzania

This iconic mountain with 3 volcanic cones is a prime climbing site with 7 trekking routes.

Torres del Paine

Magallanes and Chilean Antarctica · Torres del Paine · Cordillera del Paine, Torres de Paine, Magallanes and Chilean Antarctica, Chile

Home to varied wildlife, this towering group of rugged mountains is a popular hiking destination.

Mount Fuji

Kitayama, Fujinomiya · Mount Fuji · Mount Fuji, Kitayama, Fujinomiya, Shizuoka 418-0112, Japan

Iconic snow-capped peak & volcano, the highest in Japan & the 7th highest island peak on earth.

Angkor Wat

Siem Reap Province, Krong Siem Reap · Angkor Wat · Krong Siem Reap, Cambodia

This iconic, sprawling temple complex is surrounded by a wide moat & features intricate carvings.

Wulingyuan

Wulingyuan District, Zhangjiajie · Wulingyuan · Wulingyuan District, Zhangjiajie, Hunan, China

Amalfi Coast

Campania · Amalfi Coast · Amalfi Coast, Italy

Okay, picture this: the Amalfi Coast in Italy. It's not just a place; it's a breathtaking stretch of coastline where colorful towns cling to cliffs overlooking the sparkling Tyrrhenian Sea. Expect stunning views, winding roads, delicious seafood, and a vibrant atmosphere. It's the kind of place that gets under your skin and stays with you.

Santorini

Thira, Fira · Santorini · Fira 847 00, Greece

"Santorini" likely captures the essence of the Greek island, perhaps through stunning photography or evocative prose. It might explore the island's unique volcanic landscape, whitewashed villages clinging to cliffs, and the breathtaking sunsets over the Aegean Sea. Expect a travelogue feel, possibly with historical or cultural insights woven in. If you've dreamed of visiting Santorini, this book could be the next best thing!

Great Barrier Reef

Australia · Great Barrier Reef · Great Barrier Reef, Australia

Comprising billions of tiny organisms, this underwater structure is at risk due to human activity.

Hạ Long Bay

Vietnam · Hạ Long Bay · Hạ Long Bay, Vietnam

Multiple tree-covered limestone islands dot this scenic diving, rock climbing & hiking destination.

Kenya

Kenya · Kenya · Kenya

Ah, Kenya! Imagine vibrant landscapes, from the vast savanna of the Masai Mara teeming with wildlife to the snow-capped peaks of Mount Kenya. Expect incredible safaris, stunning beaches along the Indian Ocean, and a rich cultural tapestry. It's a place where adventure meets relaxation, offering unforgettable experiences for every traveler.

Bora-Bora

Leeward Islands, Bora-Bora · Bora-Bora · Bora-Bora, French Polynesia

Ah, Bora-Bora! This legendary island in French Polynesia is the epitome of a tropical paradise. Expect overwater bungalows, turquoise lagoons teeming with marine life, and the iconic Mount Otemanu as a stunning backdrop. It's the perfect spot for romance, relaxation, and experiencing the ultimate in South Pacific luxury.

Giza Necropolis

Giza Governorate · Giza Necropolis · Al Haram, Giza Governorate 3512201, Egypt

Famed archaeological site featuring the Great Pyramids, the Great Sphinx & other well-known ruins.

Cappadocia

Türkiye · Cappadocia · Cappadocia, Türkiye

Cappadocia, in the heart of Türkiye, is like stepping into a fairy tale. Imagine a landscape dotted with whimsical "fairy chimney" rock formations, ancient cave dwellings, and vibrant hot air balloons painting the sky at sunrise. Explore underground cities, hike through stunning valleys, and experience a truly unique blend of natural beauty and rich history.

Lake Hillier

Western Australia · Lake Hillier · Lake Hillier, Western Australia 6452, Australia

Iconic pink lake surrounded by sand & woodlands that gets its color from a unique organism.

Whitehaven Beach

Queensland, Whitsundays · Whitehaven Beach · Whitehaven Beach, Whitsundays QLD, Australia

Picturesque beach featuring white sands, a BBQ eatery & calm, turquoise waters for swimming.

Angel Falls

Bolívar · Angel Falls · Angel Falls, 8011, Bolívar, Venezuela

Measuring 979 meters, this famous, scenic site is the world's highest uninterrupted waterfall.

Chefchaouen

Tangier-Tétouan-Al Hoceima, Chefchaouen · Chefchaouen · Chefchaouen, Morocco

Nestled in the Rif Mountains of Morocco, Chefchaouen is famous for its striking blue-washed buildings. Wander through its narrow, winding streets, soak in the unique atmosphere, and discover the local culture. The surrounding landscapes offer stunning views and hiking opportunities, making it a truly special destination.

Jiuzhaigou Valley

Jiuzhaigou County, Ngawa Tibetan and Qiang Autonomous Prefecture · Jiuzhaigou Valley · Jiuzhaigou Valley, Jiuzhaigou County, Ngawa Tibetan and Qiang Autonomous Prefecture, China, 623402

Nestled in the mountains of China, Jiuzhaigou Valley is a breathtaking wonderland of vibrant turquoise lakes, cascading waterfalls, and lush forests. This UNESCO World Heritage site is renowned for its stunning natural beauty, especially the colorful, crystal-clear waters. Expect an unforgettable experience surrounded by serene landscapes and unique Tibetan culture.

Vatnajokull Glacier

Sveitarfélagið Hornafjörður · Vatnajokull Glacier · Hotel Skaftafell, 785, Iceland

Reynisfjara Beach

Mýrdalshreppur · Reynisfjara Beach · Reynisfjara Beach, Iceland

Jagged rocks stand jutting out of the sea just off this black sand beach with basalt formations.

Glenfinnan Viaduct

Scotland · Glenfinnan Viaduct · Glenfinnan PH37 4LT, UK

Iconic 1901 railway viaduct with a curving, 21-arch span, featured in several Harry Potter movies.

Fairy Pools

Scotland

Horseshoe Bend

Arizona · Horseshoe Bend · Horseshoe Bend, Arizona 86040, USA

Tassili n'Ajjer

Illizi Province, Illizi · Tassili n'Ajjer · Tassili n'Ajjer, Illizi, Algeria

National park in a desert plateau known for its prehistoric cave paintings & unique rock formations.

Black Mountain (Kalkajaka) National Park

Queensland, Rossville · Black Mountain (Kalkajaka) National Park · Rossville QLD 4895, Australia

Distinctive mountain, a sacred Aboriginal site, covered in large black granite boulders.

Nā Pali Coast State Wilderness Park

Hawaii · Nā Pali Coast State Wilderness Park · Kauai County, HI, USA

Mountainous spot for hiking & camping features waterfalls & an abundance of tropical plants.

Trolltunga

Vestland · Trolltunga · Trolltunga, Ullensvang, Norway

Scenic rocky precipice projecting high above a lake & reachable via a strenuous, 27km hiking trail.

Cave of the Crystals

Chihuahua, Naica · Cave of the Crystals · Terreros 7, 33640 Naica, Chih., Mexico

The Cueva de Cristales, or Cave of Crystals, is a remarkable natural wonder located in Naica, Chihuahua, Mexico. This subterranean cave is famous for housing some of the largest natural selenite crystals ever discovered. The cave's extreme heat and humidity contribute to the unique environment that allowed these massive crystals to form over millennia, creating a breathtaking and otherworldly spectacle.

Mendenhall ice caves

Cliffs of Moher

County Clare · Cliffs of Moher · Cliffs of Moher, Co. Clare, Ireland

Dramatic seaside cliffs featuring an 18-km. hiking path, O'Brien's Tower and a visitor centre.

Danakil Depression

አፋር · Danakil Depression · Danakil Depression, Ethiopia

Imagine stepping onto another planet! The Danakil Depression in Ethiopia is one of the hottest and most surreal places on Earth. Think bubbling lava lakes, vibrant salt flats, and otherworldly mineral formations. It's a challenging but unforgettable adventure for those seeking extreme landscapes and unique geological wonders.

Chocolate Hills

Central Visayas, Batuan · Chocolate Hills · Chocolate Hills, Batuan, Bohol, Philippines

Hiking & photography at a unique geological formation comprising 1,200+ round, grass-covered hills.