Austria’s Wachau Valley is a scenic stretch of the Danube River between Melk and Krems, known for its terraced vineyards, medieval towns, and a deep sense of history.
Khao Yai National Park is one of the most interesting and oldest park in Thailand. It is northeast of the central plain of Thailand, on the rim of the Korat Plateau. There are many species of plants and animals. Large animals such as wild elephants and tigers prowl the jungles freely. More than 800 species of orchids grow there and over 200 species of day moths have been catalogued.
Home to a number of Hindu and Buddhist temples, beautiful botanical gardens, and ancient palaces, Kathmandu is the perfect place to immerse yourself in Nepali culture, history, and religion.
Mesa Verde National Park, nestled in the southwestern corner of Colorado, offers an extraordinary journey into the ancient past of the Ancestral Puebloans. This UNESCO World Heritage Site is renowned for its remarkably well-preserved cliff dwellings, built into the sheer rock faces of the canyon walls.
The 300 square mile Mountain Pine Ridge Forest Reserve is reached by taking the Georgeville turnoff at mile 65 of the Western Highway. After going through miles of tropical jungle you will be in a forest of tall pines growing amongst wildflowers and grasses. The area has whitewater rivers, waterfalls and cave systems.