Beaver Creek is a mountain resort community in Eagle County, Colorado, set in the Gore Range of the central Rocky Mountains. The developed area sits among spruce and fir forests above the Eagle River Valley, with high peaks and alpine terrain surrounding the resort. Beaver Creek Resort is the community’s defining feature, providing year-round facilities for skiing, hiking, mountain biking, and other outdoor activities.
Nelson is a small city in southeastern British Columbia, set along the West Arm of Kootenay Lake and surrounded by the Selkirk Mountains. Steep hills rise around the city, giving many streets views toward the lake and forested slopes. Nelson is known for its well-preserved historic downtown, heritage buildings, independent shops, galleries, and access to outdoor recreation.
Brooklyn is New York City’s largest borough by population and occupies the western end of Long Island, with a long waterfront facing Manhattan, New York Harbor, and the East River. Its neighborhoods range from the historic streets of Brooklyn Heights and Cobble Hill to the row houses of Park Slope, the industrial waterfront of Red Hook, and the busy commercial districts of Flatbush and Sunset Park. Brooklyn is also known for its parks, beaches, cultural institutions, and independent businesses.
Imagine standing in complete stillness as thousands of tiny lights blink in perfect harmony around you. Every spring in Congaree National Park, this bioluminescent ballet plays out under the forest canopy. This is nature’s very own light show, and it lasts only two magical weeks. Time your visit right, and you’ll be part of a glowing experience few ever witness.
Plentiful beaches, stunning scenery, and restaurants with open-air seating distinguish the resort town of Las Terrenas. Situated in the Dominican Republic's northeast, this growing town has an increasing number of hotels, shopping centers and clubs. Away from the bustle, clear waters and underwater caverns await exploration.
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This Northern Costa Rica city is known for its volcanoes (both active and inactive), the Catholic church Ermita de La Agonía, and the Museo del Sabanero.
Other Popular Destinations in Costa Rica
San Josè
San Jose is the capital city of Costa Rica and is located in the province of San Jose, which is in the Central Valley. The city is surrounded by high green mountains. There are numerous museums as well as art galleries, theaters, exhibitions, parks and garden in the city. All regions in Costa Rica are accessible from the capital city of San Jose, which makes its an ideal starting point for touring the country.
Monteverde
Monteverde, located in the Tilarán Mountains of northwestern Costa Rica, is known for its cloud forests, winding trails, and biodiversity that has drawn researchers and travelers for decades. The area was settled in the 1950s by Quakers from the United States who were looking for a peaceful place to raise dairy cattle. They also played a major role in preserving the local ecosystem, helping to establish the Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve in 1972.