A moving sight...literally. Hubbard Glacier's recent nickname "the galloping glacier" refers to its rapid movement through Disenchantment Bay in the direction of the Gulf of Alaska. This tidewater glacier is a natural wonder over 6 miles wide! Those on ships are usually able to get within about a half mile of Hubbard Glacier's face.

One visit to Tsingy de Bemaraha National Park in Madagascar and you may find yourself feeling like you have stepped onto another planet. The mineral forest was formed nearly 200 million years ago and has become a popular destination for adventurous hikers from around the world. The hanging bridge, while not for the faint of heart, is one of the most photographed spots within the park.

Cape Peninsula is the mountainous, coastal region extending south from Cape Town into the Atlantic Ocean and False Bay. Its landscape combines Table Mountain, rocky headlands, sandy beaches, forests, and open fynbos-covered slopes. Table Mountain National Park runs along much of the peninsula, protecting the mountain chain and coastline from Signal Hill to Cape Point.

Nestled in the rolling hills of Tuscany, Montepulciano is a quintessential Italian hill town that offers visitors a perfect blend of Renaissance architecture, fine wine, and stunning vistas. Famous for its Vino Nobile di Montepulciano, this town is a paradise for wine lovers. Touring local vineyards, such as Cantina Contucci, and sampling the region’s prestigious red wines is an experience that transports you into the heart of Tuscany’s wine heritage.

Sacramento is the capital of California, located where the Sacramento and American rivers meet in the northern Central Valley. The city is surrounded by fertile agricultural land and serves as a major center for government, education, health care, and regional commerce. Its downtown includes the State Capitol, historic Old Sacramento, museums, restaurants, and tree-lined streets, while neighborhoods extend across a broad urban area.