Sossusvlei, located in the heart of the Namib Desert in Namibia, is a breathtaking destination that captivates travelers with its surreal landscapes and towering red sand dunes. The star attraction of Namib-Naukluft National Park, Sossusvlei is famous for its clay pans surrounded by some of the highest sand dunes in the world, some reaching heights of over 300 meters.
Bad Gastein is a mountain spa town in the Gastein Valley of Salzburg province, set at about 1,000 meters above sea level within the Hohe Tauern region. The town is built on steep slopes around the Gasteiner Ache, with historic buildings rising above the valley and mountains surrounding the settlement. Its most distinctive feature is the Gastein Waterfall, which drops through the center of town in three stages.
Malta is a Mediterranean gem known for its warm climate, stunning coastline and vibrant culture. Whether wandering through its historic cities, relaxing by the sea, or discovering its unique traditions, visitors will find endless reasons to explore this island nation.
A fishing port and seaside resort in a picturesque location. The old town is dominated by a castle (7th century). The cathedral (1279) is notable for its admirable sculptures and paintings as well as its Arab-Norman bell tower. The mausoleum of Lucius Munatius Plancus, an impressive Roman monument, is cylindrical in shape and 13 meters high. The sanctuary of Montagna Spaccata is at Punta della Trinità, where you can see a chasm which is traditionally said to have opened up on the death of Jesus.
Médoc is a peninsula in southwestern France, located between the Atlantic Ocean and the Gironde estuary, north of Bordeaux. It is widely recognized for its vineyards, which produce some of the country’s most established wines, particularly red varieties based on Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot.
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On the Canadian border where Lake Huron and Lake Superior meet, a canal built in 1895 still is used to have boats bypass the rapids of the St. Mary's river.
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Mackinac Island
An island in the Strait of Mackinac where Lake Huron and Lake Michigan meet at the northern tip of the State of Michigan.
Detroit
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