With its dramatic fjord setting, access to hiking trails, and cultural significance, Skjolden is a destination that showcases Norway’s wild beauty. Whether embarking on an outdoor adventure or simply enjoying the beautiful landscapes, visitors will find plenty to experience.
Maui is a Hawaiian paradise offering an incredible variety of landscapes, experiences, and cultural traditions. Known for its valleys, beaches, and volcanic peaks, Maui attracts visitors who want to immerse themselves in nature and Hawaiian heritage. The island’s crown jewel is Haleakalā National Park, where the massive dormant volcano provides beautiful scenery and unforgettable sunrise views. Visitors can hike through the park or stargaze under one of the clearest night skies in the world.
Istanbul is a city built on layers of empire. Spanning two continents, it was once the capital of three major empires: Roman, Byzantine, and Ottoman. Visitors walking through the Sultanahmet district can witness this timeline firsthand, from the Roman-era Hippodrome to the Byzantine mosaics of Hagia Sophia, and the towering minarets of the Blue Mosque. At nearby Topkapi Palace, rooms still display the jeweled swords, ceremonial robes, and handwritten Qurans once used by Ottoman sultans.
The city of Houghton sits on Keweenaw Peninsula in the heart of Michigan's Copper Country and provides direct access to the beauty of Lake Superior. You'll find plenty to do and see in this charming city, from an abundance of winter sports, to nature trails and parks, to the fascinating A.E. Seaman Mineral Museum, located on the Michigan Technological University campus.
A major town in the midwest region of Western Australia on the coast, it is also the site of a maritime museum that houses the relics of numerous ship wrecks that occurred off its coastline.