Bar Harbor should be any traveler's Maine priority! Drink in a view of the Atlantic Ocean from the town pier, and be sure to get some lobster at one of the excellent local restaurants. Bar Harbor, a Mount Desert Island town, is also the portal to the rugged, recreational paradise Acadia National Park, where birding, whale-watching and kayaking is the order of the day. The park's Cadillac Mountain is the highest point on America's East Coast.
Situated on the equator and nestled beneath an imposing volcano, the rugged, sprawling, and vibrant city of Quito offers adventure galore. A South American gem and Ecuador’s capital, Quito combines the best of its Incan and Spanish influences in fascinating cultural attractions, and the city’s surrounding natural beauty will surely astound you.
Nestled along the south bank of the Danube, this historical Austrian city bursts with charm. A favorite stop on European river cruises, the city's most famous attraction is Melk Abbey, which dates back to the 11th century. The original Benedictine structure was lost to fires and foreign invasion, then rebuilt during the 18th century in lavish Baroque style, including a library and inner church covered in magnificent frescoes and gilded fixtures.
This resort town is the gateway to the ruins of Angkor, a complex of stone buildings includes the main temple, Angkor Wat. When you have finished exploring the temples, this chic city has plenty to offer with world-class restaurants, hotels, spas and shopping.
Seoul, the dynamic capital of South Korea, is a city where ancient traditions meet cutting-edge technology. Begin your journey at Gyeongbokgung Palace, built in 1395 and a symbol of the Joseon Dynasty’s grandeur. Visitors can witness the changing of the guard ceremony and explore the palace’s intricate architecture, which evokes the splendor of Korea’s royal past.