Hot Springs, Arkansas has been drawing visitors for centuries, and it all starts with the water. The city sits atop a natural thermal spring system that produces nearly a million gallons of 143-degree water each day. These springs gave rise to Bathhouse Row, a stretch of eight historic bathhouses within Hot Springs National Park. Some, like the Fordyce Bathhouse, now serve as museums, while others still offer traditional thermal soaks.
Lofoten, a breathtaking archipelago in northern Norway, is a destination that captures the heart of every traveler who sets foot on its dramatic shores. Renowned for its towering peaks, pristine beaches, and quaint fishing villages, Lofoten offers an unparalleled experience for those seeking the beauty of the Arctic wilderness.
The Golden Circle is Iceland’s premier tourist route, offering a breathtaking journey through some of the country’s most iconic natural wonders. The route typically starts in Reykjavik and circles through Þingvellir National Park, the Geysir geothermal area, and Gullfoss waterfall. At Þingvellir, visitors can stand where the North American and Eurasian tectonic plates meet and explore the site of the world’s oldest parliament, established in 930 AD.
Andalsnes is your starting point for a ride on the Trollstigvein (troll's path), a zig-zag drive up mountains and over waterfalls that's out of this world.
Key Largo, the northernmost of the Florida Keys, is renowned for its pristine natural beauty and vibrant marine life. As part of the Florida Keys archipelago, Key Largo is a gateway to the spectacular underwater world of the John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park, the first underwater park in the U.S. Here, visitors can explore vibrant coral reefs through snorkeling and scuba diving, or take a glass-bottom boat tour to marvel at the colorful marine ecosystems without getting wet.
Poland is a central European country bordering seven other nations. Among its notable features are its lush forests, rivers, and majestic mountains. Its capital, Warsaw, is both ancient and modern, having gone through one of the most impressive post-World War II restorations. Poland has 14 UNESCO World Heritage Sites, and its urban centers buzz with culture and art. Major tourist attractions include Wieliczka Salt Mine, Warsaw Old Market Place, the Crooked Forest outside of the town of Gryfino, and Wawel Royal Castle in Kraków. A sobering view at history can be had at the Auschwitz I and the Auschwitz II–Birkenau concentration camps.