Mystic, Connecticut, is a small town with a big story, one shaped by shipbuilders, sea captains, and centuries of maritime tradition. Once a bustling shipbuilding center during the 18th and 19th centuries, Mystic still carries the soul of a working seaport. Today, visitors can explore its nautical past at the Mystic Seaport Museum, home to America’s last wooden whaleship, the *Charles W. Morgan*.

Set along the shoreline of Santa Cruz Island in the Galápagos, the Charles Darwin Research Station introduces visitors to a living laboratory shaped by volcanic land and rare wildlife. Located near Puerto Ayora, the station stands as the scientific heart of the islands, where researchers from around the world work side by side to understand and protect species found nowhere else on Earth.

A popular resort area with a white sandy bay, Jaco is a quiet place. Approximately a one hour and 45 minute drive from San Jose.

Located in the Madre de Dios region of southeastern Peru, Tambopata is a protected area where visitors can experience the Amazon rainforest in its rawest form. The Tambopata National Reserve spans over 270,000 hectares and is home to an estimated 1,200 butterfly species, 600 bird species, and hundreds of tree varieties. One of its most famous residents is the jaguar, though sightings are rare. More common encounters include red howler monkeys, capybaras, and giant river otters.

Visit Sharjah's many museums and learn about science, heritage, art, natural history, and archeology.