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Australia🇦🇺 (Oceania)
Karijini National Park
Western Australia, Karijini · Karijini National Park · Karijini WA 6751, Australia
Vast park offering scenic gorges, waterfalls & natural swimming pools, plus camping facilities.
Horizontal Falls
Western Australia, Kimbolton · Horizontal Falls · Kimbolton WA 6728, Australia
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.
Whitehaven Beach
Queensland, Whitsundays · Whitehaven Beach · Whitehaven Beach, Whitsundays QLD, Australia
Picturesque beach featuring white sands, a BBQ eatery & calm, turquoise waters for swimming.
Austria🇦🇹 (Europe)
Hallstatt
Upper Austria, Hallstatt · Hallstatt · Hallstatt, Austria
Nestled in Austria's Salzkammergut region, Hallstatt is like stepping into a postcard. This charming lakeside village, with its colorful houses clinging to the mountainside, offers breathtaking views and a tranquil atmosphere. Explore its historic salt mines, wander through the picturesque streets, and soak in the beauty that makes Hallstatt a truly special destination.
Seebensee
Tyrol · Seebensee · Seebensee, Austria
Picturesque mountain lake with clear water surrounded by tall peaks & wooded hills.
Gosauseen
Upper Austria · Gosauseen · Vorderer Gosausee, 4825, Austria
Series of 3 picturesque lakes in the Dachstein Mountains that can be reached via a cable car.
Krimmler Wasserfälle
Salzburg · Krimmler Wasserfälle · Krimml Waterfalls, 5743, Austria
Nestled in the Austrian Alps, the Krimml Waterfalls are a breathtaking natural spectacle. Imagine cascading water thundering down multiple tiers, surrounded by lush greenery. It's a refreshing escape and a photographer's dream, offering invigorating hikes with stunning views. A must-see for nature lovers visiting Austria!
Canada🇨🇦 (North America)
Garibaldi Lake
British Columbia · Garibaldi Lake · Garibaldi Lake, Squamish-Lillooet, BC V0N, Canada
Bright turquoise lake created by a lava plug surrounded by mountains, glaciers & rolling meadows.
Lake Louise
Alberta · Lake Louise · Lake Louise, Improvement District No. 9, AB T0L 1E0, Canada
Known for its turquoise waters, this glacier-fed lake is a celebrated area for outdoor recreation.
Yoho National Park
British Columbia, Field · Yoho National Park · Field, BC V0A 1G0, Canada
Mountainous national park with fossil deposits, waterfalls & lakes, plus railway tunnels & wildlife.
China🇨🇳 (Asia)
Wangxian Valley Town
Guangxin District, Shangrao · Wangxian Valley Town · MRH9+MGQ, Guangxin District, Shangrao, Jiangxi, China, 334104
Nestled in the Guangxin District of Shangrao, Jiangxi, Wangxian Valley Town offers a unique escape. Imagine a picturesque village carved into the mountains, with stunning views and a tranquil atmosphere. It's a place to wander through charming streets, experience local culture, and soak in the natural beauty of the Chinese countryside.
Chile🇨🇱 (South America)
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.
Colombia🇨🇴 (South America)
Valle de Cocora
Quindío, Salento · Valle de Cocora · Km 11, Vía al Valle de Cocora, Salento, Quindío, Colombia
Scenic park filled with wax palms measuring 60+ meters tall in a lush setting with hiking & dining.
Croatia🇭🇷 (Europe)
Quilotoa Lake
Cotopaxi · Quilotoa Lake · Quilotoa Lake, Ecuador
Accessible by vehicle, this volcanic crater lake is 250 meters deep and 3 kilometers wide.
Plitvice Lakes National Park
Croatia · Plitvice Lakes National Park · Croatia
National park known for lakes, alpine forests, waterfalls & caves, plus hiking trails.
Ecuador🇪🇨 (South America)
Quilotoa Lake
Cotopaxi · Quilotoa Lake · Quilotoa Lake, Ecuador
Accessible by vehicle, this volcanic crater lake is 250 meters deep and 3 kilometers wide.
Cotopaxi
Cotopaxi · Cotopaxi · Cotopaxi, Ecuador
Ethiopia🇪🇹 (Africa)
Dallol
Afar · Dallol · Dallol, Ethiopia
Remote volcanic region known for its otherworldly landscape, briny hot springs & acidic ponds.
France🇫🇷 (Europe)
Gorges du Verdon
Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur · Gorges du Verdon · Verdon Gorge, France
A trail to a viewing deck overlooks the cliffs of this scenic river canyon with white-water rapids.
Calanque d'En-vau
Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur · Calanque d'En-vau · Calanque d'En-vau, France
Only accessible by trail or boat, this remote beach is surrounded by cliffs & has turquoise waters.
Mont Saint-Michel
Normandy, Mont Saint-Michel · Mont Saint-Michel · 50170 Mont Saint-Michel, France
Étretat
Normandy, Étretat · Étretat · Étretat, France
Nestled on the Alabaster Coast of Normandy, Étretat is a charming French town famous for its dramatic chalk cliffs and natural arches, like the iconic "Needle." Expect breathtaking coastal walks, stunning sea views, and a quaint seaside atmosphere. It's a photographer's dream and a perfect escape for nature lovers!
Château de Chenonceau
Centre-Val de Loire, Chenonceaux · Château de Chenonceau · 37150 Chenonceaux, France
Striking, 16th-century chateau spanning river, housing tapestry and Old Master paintings collection.
Germany🇩🇪 (Europe)
Königssee
Bavaria, Schönau am Königssee · Königssee · Königssee, 83471 Schönau am Königssee, Germany
This large, clear lake features boating, parks & a peninsula with the iconic St. Bartholomew church.
Rakotzbrücke
Sachsen, Gablenz · Rakotzbrücke · Halbendorfer Str., 02953 Gablenz, Germany
Bastei Bridge
Sachsen, Lohmen · Bastei Bridge · Basteiweg, 01824 Lohmen, Germany
Neuschwanstein Castle
Bayern, Schwangau · Neuschwanstein Castle · Neuschwansteinstraße 20, 87645 Schwangau, Germany
Turreted, 19th-century, hilltop castle built for King Ludwig II, with tours of furnished rooms.
Iceland🇮🇸 (Europe)
Diamond Beach
Sveitarfélagið Hornafjörður · Diamond Beach · Diamond Beach, 781, Iceland
Striking black-sand beach famed for the huge, glistening iceberg fragments that drift ashore.
Stuðlagil Canyon
Múlaþing, Eiriksstadhir · Stuðlagil Canyon · 5M6Q+HP, 701 Eiriksstadhir, Iceland
India🇮🇳 (Asia)
Valley of Flowers National Park
Uttarakhand · Valley of Flowers National Park · Uttarakhand 246443, India
Hiking trails cross this lush Himalayan valley, known for its bright alpine flora and rare animals.
Ireland🇮🇪 (Europe)
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.
Italy🇮🇹 (Europe)
Lago di Braies
Trentino-South Tyrol · Lago di Braies · Pragser Wildsee, 39030 Prags, Autonomous Province of Bolzano – South Tyrol, Italy
Picturesque lake in the mountains with climbing opportunities & a nearby historic hotel with dining.
Cinque Terre
Liguria · Cinque Terre · Cinque Terre, SP, Italy
Region made famous for its picturesque & colorful villages squeezed between the mountains & the sea.
Japan🇯🇵 (Asia)
Kawachi Fujien
2, Kitakyushu · Kawachi Fujien · 2-chōme-2-48 Kawachi, Yahatahigashi Ward, Kitakyushu, Fukuoka 805-0045, Japan
Compact park & hilltop viewpoint known for tunnels & a dome covered with wisteria flowers in spring.
Arashiyama Bamboo Forest
Sagaogurayama Tabuchiyamacho, Kyoto · Arashiyama Bamboo Forest · Sagaogurayama Tabuchiyamacho, Ukyo Ward, Kyoto, 616-8394, Japan
A popular sightseeing path runs uphill through this forest of towering bamboo stalks.
Fushimi Inari Taisha
Fukakusa Yabunouchichō, Kyoto · Fushimi Inari Taisha · 68 Fukakusa Yabunouchichō, Fushimi Ward, Kyoto, 612-0882, Japan
Mountainside Shinto shrine dating from 711 A.D. featuring a path with hundreds of traditional gates.
Kazakhstan🇰🇿 (Asia)
Charyn Canyon National Park
Almatı oblısı, Tamerlik · Charyn Canyon National Park · Tamerlik, Kazakhstan
National park housing a large canyon with red sedimentary rocks that resemble the Grand Canyon.
Kaindy Lake
Almaty Region · Kaindy · Kaindy, Kazakhstan
Striking deep water lake ringed by lush woods known for its underwater spruce forest.
Kyrgyzstan🇰🇬 (Asia)
Ala-Kul Lake
Issyk-Kul Region · Ala-Kul Lake · Ala-Kul Lake, Kyrgyzstan
Madagascar🇲🇬 (Africa)
Avenue of the Baobabs
Menabe · Avenue of the Baobabs · RN8, Madagascar
Mauritius🇲🇺 (Africa)
Le Morne Brabant
Rivière Noire District · Le Morne Brabant · Le Morne Brabant, Mauritius
Historic 1,824-ft. mountain offering a scenic & challenging climb to its sweeping views at the top.
Chamarel Seven Colored Earth Geopark
Rivière Noire District, Chamarel · Chamarel Seven Colored Earth Geopark · 7 Colored Earth Road, Chamarel, Mauritius
Park with sand dunes comprising of 7 different colors, plus a waterfall, a cafe & tortoises.
Mexico🇲🇽 (North America)
Cenote Ik-Kil
Yucatan · Cenote Ik-Kil · Ik Kil, 97756 Yucatan, Mexico
Scenic cenote framed by verdant rock walls & threadlike vines, a popular spot to swim & snorkel.
Morocco🇲🇦 (Africa)
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.
New Zealand🇳🇿 (Oceania)
Hooker Valley track
Canterbury Region, Mt Cook National Park · Hooker Valley track · Hooker Valley Track, Mt Cook National Park 7999, New Zealand
This 5-km. walking track in Mount Cook National Park leads to Hooker Lake & offers sweeping views.
Waitomo Caves
Waikato, Waitomo Caves · Waitomo Caves · Waitomo Caves, New Zealand
Okay, imagine drifting silently through the dark, lit only by the ethereal glow of thousands of glowworms. That's Waitomo Caves in New Zealand! It's a truly magical place where you can explore stunning underground formations and experience the wonder of these bioluminescent creatures. A must-see for anyone visiting New Zealand's North Island!
Norway🇳🇴 (Europe)
Trolltunga
Vestland · Trolltunga · Trolltunga, Ullensvang, Norway
Scenic rocky precipice projecting high above a lake & reachable via a strenuous, 27km hiking trail.
Pakistan🇵🇰 (Asia)
Hunza valley
Balochistan, Mekhtar · Hunza valley · 98GW+42H, Mekhtar, Pakistan
Romania🇷🇴 (Europe)
Bâlea Lake
Sibiu · Bâlea Lake · Bâlea Lake, Romania
Serene glacier lake featuring scenic alpine surrounds & chalet restaurants, plus a winter ice hotel.
Scotland🏴 (UK, Europe)
Quiraing
Scotland · Quiraing · Quiraing, Portree IV51 9LA, UK
Ancient landslide along the Trotternish Ridge, featuring unique escarpments & a 6.8-km. hiking loop.
Fairy Pools
Scotland · Fairy Pools · Isle of Skye IV47 8TA, UK
Multiple waterfalls, seemingly vibrant blue & green in color, with cold swimmable pools.
Slovenia🇸🇮 (Europe)
Velika Planina
Kamnik · Velika Planina · Big Pasture Plateau, 1242 Stahovica, Slovenia
Traditional herdsmen's settlement in a scenic Alpine pasture offering hiking paths & a cable car.
South Africa🇿🇦 (Africa)
Blyde River Canyon
Mpumalanga · Blyde River Canyon · Blyde River Canyon, South Africa
Huge natural attraction with diverse wildlife & dramatic views, plus hotels, restaurants & tours.
South Korea🇰🇷 (Asia)
Gyeongbokgung Palace
Sajik-ro · Gyeongbokgung Palace · 161 Sajik-ro, Jongno District, Seoul, South Korea
Free guided tours are offered of this large 14th-century royal palace with a museum & gardens.
Jeju Island
South Korea · Jeju Island · Jeju Island
Jeju Island, a volcanic paradise off the southern coast of Korea, offers stunning natural beauty. Expect breathtaking coastlines, lush forests, and the iconic Hallasan Mountain. It's a popular destination for hiking, relaxation, and experiencing unique Korean culture with a distinct island twist.
Spain🇪🇸 (Europe)
Las Médulas
Castilla y León, Las Médulas · Las Médulas · 24442 Las Médulas, León, Spain
Nacimiento del Río Mundo
Castilla-La Mancha, Riópar · Nacimiento del Río Mundo · A-77, 02459 Riópar, Albacete, Spain
Tanzania🇹🇿 (Africa)
Lake Natron
Lake Natron · Lake Natron
Red-hued, mineral-rich soda lake & flamingo breeding ground with volcano views & hiking trails.
Ngorongoro Crater
Arusha Region · Ngorongoro Crater · Ngorongoro Crater, Tanzania
World's largest inactive, intact & unfilled volcanic caldera, home to ample wildlife & bird species.
Turkey🇹🇷 (Asia)
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.
USA🇺🇸 (North America)
Antelope Canyon
Arizona · Antelope Canyon · Antelope Canyon, Arizona 86040, USA
Navajo Nation sandstone slot canyon, renowned for its undulating angles & light shafts.
Havasu Falls
Arizona · Havasu Falls · Havasu Falls, Arizona 86435, USA
Waterfall on the Havasupai Indian Reservation, known for swimming in a dramatic blue-green pool.
Venezuela🇻🇪 (South America)
Salto Angel
Bolívar · Salto Angel · Angel Falls, 8011, Bolívar, Venezuela
Measuring 979 meters, this famous, scenic site is the world's highest uninterrupted waterfall.
Vietnam🇻🇳 (Asia)
Hạ Long Bay
Vietnam · Hạ Long Bay · Hạ Long Bay, Vietnam
Multiple tree-covered limestone islands dot this scenic diving, rock climbing & hiking destination.
