places i’ve been and places i’ll go

Vatican City

Vatican City · Vatican City · 00120, Vatican City

Catholic city-state & home of the Pope, known for Sistine Chapel frescoes & St. Peter’s Basilica.

Piazzale Michelangelo

Toscana, Firenze · Piazzale Michelangelo · Piazzale Michelangelo, 50125 Firenze FI, Italy

19th-century piazza with a bronze replica of Michelangelo's David & panoramic views over the city.

Galleria dell’Accademia di Firenze

Toscana, Firenze · Galleria dell’Accademia di Firenze · Via Ricasoli, 58/60, 50129 Firenze FI, Italy

Art museum with Michelangelo sculptures, including David, plus Renaissance painting & Russian icons.

Piazza della Signoria

Toscana, Firenze · Piazza della Signoria · P.za della Signoria, 50122 Firenze FI, Italy

The city's heart, a square dominated by the 14th-century crenellated tower of the Palazzo Vecchio.

Florence

Tuscany, Florence · Florence · Florence, Metropolitan City of Florence, Italy

Florence, Italy, is a beautiful city brimming with history and culture. Its rich heritage and stunning architecture make it a captivating destination. Exploring its charming streets and iconic landmarks offers a unique and immersive experience.

Venice

Veneto, Venice · Venice · Venice, Metropolitan City of Venice, Italy

Ah, Venice! Imagine gliding along canals in a gondola, surrounded by stunning Renaissance architecture. Located in the Veneto region of Italy, this unique city offers a magical atmosphere. Expect to be captivated by its history, art, and delicious Venetian cuisine. It's a truly unforgettable destination.

Riva del Garda

Trentino-South Tyrol, Riva del Garda · Riva del Garda · 38066 Riva del Garda, Autonomous Province of Trento, Italy

Peggy Guggenheim Collection

Veneto, Venezia · Peggy Guggenheim Collection · Dorsoduro, 701, 30123 Venezia VE, Italy

18th-century waterside palace with a 20th-century art collection & an interior sculpture garden.

Pitti Palace

Toscana, Firenze · Pitti Palace · Piazza de' Pitti, 1, 50125 Firenze FI, Italy

Gallery complex in Renaissance royal palace housing vast Italian & European masters art collection.

Colosseum

Lazio, Roma · Colosseum · Piazza del Colosseo, 1, 00184 Roma RM, Italy

Monumental 3-tiered Roman amphitheater once used for gladiatorial games, with guided tour option.

Trevi Fountain

Lazio, Roma · Trevi Fountain · Piazza di Trevi, 00187 Roma RM, Italy

Aqueduct-fed rococo fountain, designed by Nicola Salvi & completed in 1762, with sculpted figures.

SeaGlass Carousel

Manhattan, New York · SeaGlass Carousel · Water St &, State St, New York, NY 10004, USA

Unique carousel featuring large, iridescent fiberglass fish & undersea-inspired light effects.

Fishs Eddy

Manhattan, New York · Fishs Eddy · 889 Broadway, New York, NY 10003, USA

Fixture with an eclectic selection of flatware, dishes & glasses, from funky to vintage styles.

The Met Cloisters

Manhattan, New York · The Met Cloisters · 99 Margaret Corbin Dr, New York, NY 10040, USA

Branch of the Metropolitan, showcasing medieval art in a French monastery overlooking the Hudson.

New York University

Manhattan, New York · New York University · New York, NY 10012, USA

Greenwich Village-based private school known for its liberal arts, law, business & medical programs.

Union Square

Union Square, New York · Union Square · Union Square, New York, NY 10003, USA

Central Park

Manhattan, New York · Central Park · New York, NY, USA

Sprawling park with pedestrian paths & ballfields, plus a zoo, carousel, boat rentals & a reservoir.

Washington Square Park

Manhattan, New York · Washington Square Park · New York, NY 10012, USA

Historic Greenwich Village concrete-&-green park known for its stately arch & prime people watching.

Statue of Liberty National Monument

Manhattan, New York · Statue of Liberty National Monument · New York, NY 10004, USA

Iconic National Monument opened in 1886, offering guided tours & a museum, plus harbor & city views.

Empire State Building

Manhattan, New York · Empire State Building · 20 W 34th St., New York, NY 10001, USA

Iconic, art deco office tower from 1931 with exhibits & observatories on the 86th & 102nd floors.

Chrysler Building

Manhattan, New York · Chrysler Building · 405 Lexington Ave, New York, NY 10174, USA

Shimmering art deco skyscraper from 1930 whose spire once made it the world's tallest building.

One Vanderbilt

Manhattan, New York · One Vanderbilt · 1 Vanderbilt Ave, New York, NY 10017, USA

Metropolitan Museum of Art

Manhattan, New York · Metropolitan Museum of Art · 1000 5th Ave, New York, NY 10028, USA

A grand setting for one of the world's greatest collections of art, from ancient to contemporary.

Brooklyn Bridge

Manhattan, New York · Brooklyn Bridge · New York, NY 10038, USA

Beloved, circa-1883 landmark connecting Manhattan & Brooklyn via a unique stone-&-steel design.

Housing Works Bookstore

Manhattan, New York · Housing Works Bookstore · 126 Crosby St, New York, NY 10012, USA

McNally Jackson Books

Manhattan, New York · McNally Jackson Books · 134 Prince St, New York, NY 10012, USA

Expansive bookshop & cafe stocking bestsellers & hard-to-find titles & hosting author events.

Untermyer Park and Gardens

Northwest Yonkers, Yonkers · Untermyer Park and Gardens · 945 N Broadway, Yonkers, NY 10701, USA

Circa-1912 landscaped park (40+ acres) centered on walled Persian Garden, with Hudson River views.

Paquita

Manhattan, New York · Paquita · 242 W 10th St, New York, NY 10014, USA

Mezzrow

Manhattan, New York · Mezzrow · 163 W 10th St, New York, NY 10014, USA

Intimate, relaxed lounge featuring live jazz pianists & a full bar, plus a simple snack menu.

Morgan Library & Museum

Manhattan, New York · Morgan Library & Museum · 225 Madison Ave, New York, NY 10016, USA

Celebrated museum & library's gift shop featuring books, accessories & collection-related wares.

Purslane

Gowanus · Purslane · 233 Butler St unit 2B, Brooklyn, NY 11217, USA

Casual catering service with a focus on vegetarian cuisine, plus eco-friendly options.

MoMA

Manhattan, New York · MoMA · 11 W 53rd St, New York, NY 10019, USA

Works from van Gogh to Warhol & beyond plus a sculpture garden, 2 cafes & The Modern restaurant.

The Frick Collection

Manhattan, New York · The Frick Collection · 1 E 70th St, New York, NY 10021, USA

Casa Piriquita

Lisboa, Sintra · Casa Piriquita · R. Padarias 1, 2710-603 Sintra, Portugal

Lisbon

Lisbon · Lisbon · Lisbon, Portugal

Lisbon, Portugal, is a vibrant capital city known for its stunning location on the Tagus River. Expect a unique atmosphere with historic neighborhoods, lively nightlife, and delicious seafood. Explore its iconic landmarks, ride the vintage trams, and soak in the soulful sounds of Fado music.

Vila Nova de Gaia

Porto District, Vila Nova de Gaia · Vila Nova de Gaia · Vila Nova de Gaia, Portugal

São Miguel

Coimbra, São Miguel · São Miguel · 3230 São Miguel, Portugal

Porto

Porto District, Porto · Porto · Porto, Portugal

Sete Cidades

Azores, Sete Cidades · Sete Cidades · 9555 Sete Cidades, Portugal

Villa Franca do Campo

Azores, Vila Franca do Campo · Villa Franca do Campo · 9680 Vila Franca do Campo, Portugal

Furnas

Azores, Furnas · Furnas · 9675 Furnas, Portugal

Chá Gorreana

Açores, Maia · Chá Gorreana · Plantações de Chá Gorreana, 9625-304 Maia, Portugal

Family-run, tea producer established in 1883 offering self-guided tours, plus a cafe & shop.

Santa Iria de Azoia

Lisbon, Santa Iria de Azoia · Santa Iria de Azoia · Santa Iria de Azoia, Portugal

Livraria Lello

União das freguesias de Cedofeita, Santo Ildefonso, Sé, Miragaia, São Nicolau e Vitória, Porto · Livraria Lello · R. das Carmelitas 144, 4050-161 Porto, Portugal

Lavishly designed historic book store with an art nouveau exterior & a winding wooden staircase.

Sao Bento station

União das freguesias de Cedofeita, Santo Ildefonso, Sé, Miragaia, São Nicolau e Vitória, Porto · Sao Bento station · Praça de Almeida Garrett, 4000-069 Porto, Portugal

Park and National Palace of Pena

Lisboa, Sintra · Park and National Palace of Pena · Estrada da Pena, 2710-609 Sintra, Portugal

19th-century, Romanticist palace on a high rock & former monastery site, surrounded by parkland.

Tracy Arm

Alaska · Tracy Arm · Tracy Arm, Alaska, USA

Boat tours are offered of this scenic, narrow inlet featuring floating ice, glaciers & wildlife.

Red Dog Saloon

Downtown Juneau, Juneau · Red Dog Saloon · 278 S Franklin St, Juneau, AK 99801, USA

Guests mosey through swinging doors & onto a sawdust floor in this Western-style spot with pub eats.

Rainy Retreat Books

Downtown Juneau, Juneau · Rainy Retreat Books · 113 Seward St, Juneau, AK 99801, USA

Skagway

Alaska, Skagway · Skagway · Skagway, AK 99840, USA

Juneau

Alaska, Juneau · Juneau · Juneau, AK, USA

Granville Island

British Columbia, Vancouver · Granville Island · Granville Island, Vancouver, BC, Canada

Charming cultural & artistic mainstay famous for a daily public market with 50+ food vendors.

Park House Hotel

County Galway, Galway · Park House Hotel · 18 Forster St, Eyre Square, Galway, H91 PCF8, Ireland

Elegant rooms & suites in a traditional hotel with an upscale restaurant and a carved-oak bar.

Galway

County Galway, Galway · Galway · Galway, Ireland

Aran Islands

Kilmurvy, Inishmore · Aran Islands · Kilmurvy, Inishmore, Co. Galway, Ireland

Dingle

County Kerry, Dingle · Dingle · Dingle, Co. Kerry, Ireland

Doolin

County Clare, Doolin · Doolin · Doolin, Co. Clare, Ireland

Dublin

County Dublin, Dublin · Dublin · Dublin, Ireland

Bruno's Italian Eatery

Town-Plots, Kinsale · Bruno's Italian Eatery · 37 Main St, Town-Plots, Kinsale, Co. Cork, Ireland

Kinsale

County Cork, Kinsale · Kinsale · Kinsale, Co. Cork, Ireland

Guinness Storehouse

The Liberties · Guinness Storehouse · St. James's Gate, The Liberties, Dublin 8, D08 VF8H, Ireland

Brewery experience telling the tale of Ireland's famous beer, with tastings and a rooftop bar.

Golden Gate Bridge

California, San Francisco · Golden Gate Bridge · Golden Gate Brg, San Francisco, CA, USA

Famed 4,200 ft art deco suspension bridge open to car, bike & foot traffic.

Los Angeles

California, Los Angeles · Los Angeles · Los Angeles, CA, USA

Universal Studios Florida

Southwest Orlando, Orlando · Universal Studios Florida · 6000 Universal Blvd, Orlando, FL 32819, USA

Famous, sprawling amusement park featuring movie-themed rides, attractions & entertainment.

Disney World

Florida, Orlando · Disney World · Kissimmee, Vineland Road, Orlando, FL 32836, USA

Johns Island

South Carolina · Johns Island · Johns Island, South Carolina 29455, USA

Home to Angel Oak, South Carolina’s largest island was a filming location for 2004's The Notebook.

Spectrum Center

Charlotte center city, Charlotte · Spectrum Center · 333 E Trade St, Charlotte, NC 28202, USA

Concert venue & home of the NBA's Bobcats & the AHL's Checkers, with art exhibits & food galleries.

Bojangles Coliseum

Coliseum Drive, Charlotte · Bojangles Coliseum · 2700 E Independence Blvd, Charlotte, NC 28205, USA

Humble, snug, circa-1955 concert hall & stadium featuring live rock music, comedy acts & other fare.

Bank of America Stadium

Charlotte center city, Charlotte · Bank of America Stadium · 800 S Mint St, Charlotte, NC 28202, USA

74,000-seat football stadium, home of the NFL's Carolina Panthers & host of college teams.

Tweetsie Railroad

North Carolina, Blowing Rock · Tweetsie Railroad · 300 Tweetsie Railroad Ln, Blowing Rock, NC 28605, USA

Family-oriented park with train rides, an amusement park, chair lift, petting zoo & live shows.

College of William and Mary

Virginia, Williamsburg · College of William and Mary · Ewell Hall, 221 Jamestown Rd, Williamsburg, VA 23185, USA

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

North Carolina, Chapel Hill · University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill · Chapel Hill, NC, USA

Famed for its healthcare & athletics programs, this is one of the oldest public schools in the U.S.

West Franklin Street

North Carolina, Chapel Hill · West Franklin Street · W Franklin St, Chapel Hill, NC 27516, USA

Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers

South Carolina, North Charleston · Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers · 7225 Rivers Ave Bldg. 100, North Charleston, SC 29406, USA

Fast-food chain specializing in fried chicken fingers, crinkle-cut fries & Texas toast.

Union Station

Union Station, Denver · Union Station · Union Station, Denver, CO 80202, USA

Lenovo Center

Southwest Raleigh, Raleigh · Lenovo Center · 1400 Edwards Mill Rd, Raleigh, NC 27607, USA

Concert & events arena that's the home of the NHL's Hurricanes & NC State men's basketball team.

Williamsburg

Virginia, Williamsburg · Williamsburg · Williamsburg, VA, USA

Charlottesville

Virginia, Charlottesville · Charlottesville · Charlottesville, VA, USA

Seaside

Florida, Seaside · Seaside · Seaside, FL 32459, USA

Destin

Florida, Destin · Destin · Destin, FL 32541, USA

Charleston

South Carolina, Charleston · Charleston · Charleston, SC, USA

Boone

North Carolina, Boone · Boone · Boone, NC, USA

Washington Monument

District of Columbia, Washington · Washington Monument · 2 15th St NW, Washington, DC 20024, USA

Landmark obelisk rising from the National Mall that honors America's first president.

Lincoln Memorial

Southwest Washington, Washington · Lincoln Memorial · 2 Lincoln Memorial Cir NW, Washington, DC 20002, USA

Parthenon-inspired tribute to Abraham Lincoln with a 19-ft. marble statue, murals & reflecting pool.

White House

Northwest Washington, Washington · White House · 1600 Pennsylvania Ave NW, Washington, DC 20500, USA

Landmark, historic home & office of the United States president, with tours for visitors.

Marbles Kids Museum

Downtown, Raleigh · Marbles Kids Museum · 201 E Hargett St, Raleigh, NC 27601, USA

Children's museum featuring a wide variety of interactive displays for toddlers & school-age kids.

Pepsi Center

Auraria, Denver · Pepsi Center · 1000 Chopper Cir, Denver, CO 80204, USA

Home to the Denver Nuggets, Colorado Avalanche & Mammoth that also hosts big-name music performers.

World of Coca-Cola

Centennial Park District, Atlanta · World of Coca-Cola · 121 Baker St NW, Atlanta, GA 30313, USA

Memorabilia, films & exhibits (some interactive) about soft drink that debuted in Atlanta in 1886.

Georgia Aquarium

Centennial Park District, Atlanta · Georgia Aquarium · 225 Baker St NW, Atlanta, GA 30313, USA

One of world's largest aquariums, with permanent exhibits, interactive galleries & animals galore.

Biltmore Estate

North Carolina, Asheville · Biltmore Estate · Asheville, NC 28803, USA

George W. Vanderbilt’s iconic French Renaissance château features 250 rooms, lavish gardens & tours.

Meow Wolf Denver's Convergence Station

Auraria, Denver · Meow Wolf Denver's Convergence Station · 1338 1st St, Denver, CO 80204, USA

Surreal, walk-through art experience with many interactive rooms, bizarre sculptures & a story arc.

Daniel Oduber Quirós International Airport.

Provincia de Guanacaste, Liberia · Daniel Oduber Quirós International Airport. · S/N, Blvd. Aeropuerto, Provincia de Guanacaste, Liberia, 50101, Costa Rica

Rome Fiumicino Leonardo da Vinci Airport (FCO)

Lazio · Rome Fiumicino Leonardo da Vinci Airport (FCO) · 00054 Fiumicino, Metropolitan City of Rome Capital, Italy

Rome airport named after the famous inventor & served by 30 minute express train to Termini Station.

Porto Airport (OPO)

Pedras Rubras, Vila Nova da Telha · Porto Airport (OPO) · Pedras Rubras, 4470-558 Vila Nova da Telha, Portugal

Airy, modern terminal with international & domestic flights plus metro & bus links to the city.

Providenciales International Airport

Caicos Islands · Providenciales International Airport · Airport Rd, TKCA 1ZZ, Turks and Caicos Islands

Destin-Fort Walton Beach Airport

Florida, Eglin Air Force Base · Destin-Fort Walton Beach Airport · 1701 FL-85, Eglin AFB, FL 32542, USA

Aeroporto João Paulo II

Azores, Ponta Delgada · Aeroporto João Paulo II · 9500-749 Ponta Delgada, Portugal

Dublin Airport (DUB)

County Dublin, Dublin · Dublin Airport (DUB) · Dublin, Ireland

Airport with 2 runways, a 2nd terminal opened in 2010 plus buses into Dublin & other towns/cities.

LaGuardia Airport (LGA)

East Elmhurst · LaGuardia Airport (LGA) · East Elmhurst, NY 11371, USA

Waterfront circa-1939 airport in Queens offers regional flights in the U.S., Canada & the Caribbean.

J F Kennedy International Airport (JFK)

Queens · J F Kennedy International Airport (JFK) · Queens, NY 11430, USA

New York City hub offering flights from 80+ airlines, plus a variety of shops & eateries.

Orlando International Airport (MCO)

Southeast Orlando, Orlando · Orlando International Airport (MCO) · Orlando, FL 32827, USA

High-traffic airport with a hub-&-spoke design features an on-site hotel & lots of public artwork.

Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE)

Veneto, Venezia · Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE) · Viale Galileo Galilei, 30, 30173 Venezia VE, Italy

International transportation hub with restaurants, cafes & shops selling upscale Italian products.

Lisbon Airport (LIS)

Lisboa · Lisbon Airport (LIS) · Alameda das Comunidades Portuguesas, 1700-111 Lisboa, Portugal

2-terminal, 2-runway international airport with underground trains & buses to the city center.

Kelowna International Airport (YLW)

British Columbia, Kelowna · Kelowna International Airport (YLW) · 5533 Airport Way, Kelowna, BC V1V 1S1, Canada

Small airport with a glass rotunda featuring a dramatic sculpture, plus artwork & a business centre.

Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ)

Ontario, Mississauga · Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) · 6301 Silver Dart Dr, Mississauga, ON L5P 1B2, Canada

Toronto-area airport featuring lots of eateries & shops, free WiFi & rotating art displays.

Boston Logan International Airport (BOS)

East Boston · Boston Logan International Airport (BOS) · East Boston, MA 02128, USA

Hub serving the Northeast & offering direct rail service to the city of Boston.

Vancouver airport (YVR)

British Columbia, Richmond · Vancouver airport (YVR) · 3211 Grant McConachie Wy, Richmond, BC V7B 0A4, Canada

Denver Airport (DEN)

Denver International Airport, Denver · Denver Airport (DEN) · 8500 Peña Blvd, Denver, CO 80249, USA

Sprawling, 54-sq.-mile facility known for a tentlike roof meant to resemble snow-capped mountains.

London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

England · London Heathrow Airport (LHR) · Hounslow, UK

International hub for London with a terminal designed by Richard Rogers and an express train link.

Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT)

North Carolina, Charlotte · Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) · 5501 Josh Birmingham Pkwy, Charlotte, NC 28208, USA

Airport with rocking chairs, free WiFi & a 60-foot outdoor sculpture symbolizing flight.

Dulles International Airport (IAD)

Virginia, Dulles · Dulles International Airport (IAD) · 1 Saarinen Cir, Dulles, VA 20166, USA

Airport serving the Washington D.C. area, with a main terminal designed by Eero Saarinen.

Turks and Caicos Islands

Turks and Caicos Islands · Turks and Caicos Islands · TKCA 1ZZ, Turks and Caicos Islands

Casas del Toro Playa Flamingo

Provincia de Guanacaste, Playa Flamingo · Casas del Toro Playa Flamingo · 1 Km Norte de la entrada del club Mar Vista, sobre carretera principal a Flamingo, muro color naranja con un Toro en la pared, Provincia de Guanacaste, Playa Flamingo, 50803, Costa Rica

Laid-back rooms & apartments in a casual hotel with outdoor pools & an open-air restaurant.

Tamarindo

Guanacaste Province, Tamarindo · Tamarindo · Guanacaste Province, Tamarindo, Costa Rica

Waffle Monkey

Guanacaste Province, Tamarindo · Waffle Monkey · 50 Mts from Rotunda, In front of Budget In the passage to the beach, Guanacaste Province, Tamarindo, 50309, Costa Rica

Costa Rican Language Academy CRLA

Dent, Barrio Dent · Costa Rican Language Academy CRLA · From the Mall San Pedro’s north entrance 175 meters west., Avenida, San José, Barrio Dent, Dent, Costa Rica

La Paz Waterfall Gardens Nature Park

Alajuela Province · La Paz Waterfall Gardens Nature Park · 6R3Q+Q9P, Alajuela Province, Sarapiqui, Costa Rica

Eco park with hiking trails to 5 cascades & a wildlife sanctuary home to jungle cats & monkeys.

San José

San José Province, San José · San José · San José Province, San José, Costa Rica

Arenal Volcano

Alajuela Province · Arenal Volcano · Arenal Volcano, Alajuela Province, San Carlos, Costa Rica

Prominent active volcano featuring hiking trails in the rainforest, lava fields & hot springs.

Intercultura Heredia Spanish School

La Bomba, Heredia · Intercultura Heredia Spanish School · C. 10, Heredia, La Bomba, 40101, Costa Rica

Heredia

Heredia Province, Heredia · Heredia · Heredia Province, Heredia, Costa Rica

Sámara

Guanacaste Province, Sámara · Sámara · Guanacaste Province, Sámara, Costa Rica