Located in Nantucket Sound and the Atlantic, it is a small island off Cape Cod. It was a whaling center, but now is popular as a tourist destination and fishing area.
Lincoln, Nebraska, blends college-town spirit with prairie roots, offering a travel experience that’s both laid-back and surprising. As the state capital, Lincoln is home to the stunning Nebraska State Capitol building, an architectural landmark with a 400-foot tower topped by a bronze sower casting seeds over the land. Visitors can tour the building and ride to the 14th floor observation deck for sweeping views of the city and surrounding plains.
Santa Fe, New Mexico, with its adobe-style architecture, vibrant arts scene, and unique blend of Native American, Spanish, and Anglo influences, is a destination like no other. Known as "The City Different," Santa Fe stands apart with its rich history and cultural diversity. A fun fact about Santa Fe is that it is the highest state capital in the United States, sitting at an elevation of 7,199 feet.
North Conway, located in New Hampshire’s Mount Washington Valley, has drawn visitors since the mid-19th century, when artists from the White Mountain School began painting its dramatic landscapes. Today, the area still offers scenic appeal, anchored by the towering presence of Mount Washington, the tallest peak in the northeastern U.S. Historic photographs and lithographs of North Conway hang in galleries downtown, showing just how little the iconic views have changed in over 150 years.
Sun Moon Lake is a mountain lake in Nantou County, central Taiwan, surrounded by forested hills and settlements. It is Taiwan's largest alpine lake and is known for the distinctive shape of its shoreline, which includes a smaller section resembling a crescent moon and a larger section associated with the sun. The lake sits within a scenic basin at an elevation of about 748 meters, creating a cooler setting than many lowland parts of Taiwan.
Kalbarri is a coastal town, set alongside the Murchison River. The coastline around Kalbarri is wonderful and has quite a history, with several shipwrecks along the shore. There is a fabulous cycle path along the coastline and coastal clifftops, including Eagle Gorge, Natural Bridge, Pot Alley, Rainbow Valley and Red Bluff. There is also fantastic surf at Jakes Corner.
To find out more about the history of Kalbarri head to the unique Riverside Recollections, which offers a host of information and memorabilia. There are also other attractions including the lovely Rainbow Jungle, featuring a number of birds.
From Kalbarri you should definitely head into the Kalbarri National Park, which features an array of beautiful gorges along the Murchison River and plenty of bushwalking trails. Two of the main gorges include the Loop and the Z-Bend, with two fabulous lookouts being at Hawks Head and Ross Graham. The Kalbarri National Park has added beauty during the Spring, when the Wildflowers are out.
Other Popular Destinations in Australia
Sydney
Sydney, Australia, is a vibrant city where iconic landmarks, diverse neighborhoods, and natural beauty converge. The Sydney Opera House, with its striking sail-like design, and the Sydney Harbour Bridge are symbols recognized around the world, yet the city offers much more beyond its famous skyline.
Cairns
Cairns is the majestic entrance to Australia's Great Barrier Reef. This warm, tropical destination is located in Far North Queensland. Must-see attractions in Cairns include the Tjapukai Aboriginal Cultural Park, which educates tourists about indigenous peoples, and restaurant and bar-dotted Cairns Esplanade, which has a lagoon for swimming.