The Temple of Horus at Edfu has a massive entrance pylon covered with sunk relief carvings. This Ptolemaic temple was constructed between 237 and 57 B.C.E.

Pärnu, often called Estonia’s “summer capital,” is a charming seaside city known for its long sandy beaches, historic architecture, and vibrant spa culture. Located along the coast of the Gulf of Riga, Pärnu has been welcoming visitors since the 19th century, when it became one of Northern Europe’s premier spa destinations.

Papua New Guinea is a land of surprises, where misty highlands give way to tropical coasts and vibrant festivals stir every sense. In the Highlands, the air carries the echoes of ceremonial drums and elaborate sing‑sings like the famed Goroka Show, where over 100 tribes gather in September to perform dances adorned with feathered headdresses, body paint, and the haunting clay masks of the Asaro Mudmen.

Madang, perched on the edge of Astrolabe Bay, feels like a well-kept secret of Papua New Guinea that’s framed by lush jungles and dotted with volcanic isles. Every June, Madang pulses with energy at the annual Madang Festival. Villages from across the province gather for ceremonies where dancers don feathered costumes, shells, and body paint. The beat of kundu drums rises through the air and stories woven in movement.

Stretching 277 miles in length and more than a mile deep, this vast canyon reveals layers of geologic time stacked like pages in a book. Standing on the South Rim, visitors can look out over colorful cliffs and winding trails that have drawn explorers, artists, and travelers for generations. The views change with the light starting with crimson at sunrise, golden at sunset, and every hue in between.