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Vietnam’s My Son Sanctuary UNESCO World Heritage site preserves beautiful ruins that once formed the spiritual heart of the Champa Kingdom. These ancient Hindu temples are the largest and oldest ruins in the country.
If you’ve seen the American Swedish Institute (ASI) in Minneapolis, Minnesota, but never stopped to visit (or haven’t visited in a decade), you might be surprised to discover what you are missing.
The Tucson Botanical Gardens mix horticulture with art – and a dash of humor. Smiles are guaranteed as you wander through this delightful garden in southern Arizona. The garden that exists today was created from Read More …
In the USA, cheap week-long vacation packages to Terceira, Azores, are pretty easy to find. However, you may wonder if there is much to do on this small Portuguese island, especially off-season, when the best Read More …
If you really want to see wildlife, A Whale’s Song Expeditions offers the best wildlife cruise in Sitka, Alaska. All Whale’s Song tours include a comfortable and well-equipped boat with a knowledgeable and personable captain, Read More …
Despite the popularity of Enger Tower, Enger Park’s Gardens are among the hidden gems that await visitors to Duluth, Minnesota. Since they are not as well-known as other Duluth attractions, the sprawling gardens tucked under Read More …
You may be familiar with the UNESCO World Heritage sites in Egypt that include the pyramids, temples, and tombs of the ancient pharaohs. But those account for only three of Egypt’s seven World Heritage sites. Read More …
Just an hour west of Minneapolis, the combined Munsinger Clemens Gardens in Saint Cloud may be the most beautiful free public garden in Minnesota. With two distinctly different gardens, there is something for every garden Read More …
The USA’s desert southwest has a lot of strange landscapes, but Joshua Tree National Park in southern California stands out as one of the most alien-looking. That makes it a fascinating place to explore. Along Read More …
The medieval Swedish town of Borgå (Old Town Porvoo) is a fun and easy day trip from Helsinki, Finland. A blend of Swedish, Russian, and Finnish history The heart of Old Town Porvoo is the Read More …