Costa Rica is a country that has built its identity around both natural preservation and cultural vibrancy. Known for its stable democracy and emphasis on sustainability, it has become a global leader in eco-tourism.

An island in the Strait of Mackinac where Lake Huron and Lake Michigan meet at the northern tip of the State of Michigan.

Ishasha, a hidden gem in southwestern Uganda, offers travelers a serene yet thrilling experience within Queen Elizabeth National Park. Known for its famous tree-climbing lions, this remote section of the park attracts wildlife enthusiasts eager to witness these majestic creatures lounging in the branches of fig and acacia trees. The landscape of Ishasha is stunning, with vast savannahs stretching out towards the horizon, dotted with rivers that attract herds of elephants, buffalo, and antelopes.

Though it's San Diego County's smallest city in both size and population, Del Mar is one of its most widely known due to prominence of its Del Mar Race Track & Fairgrounds. The City of Del Mar with about 2 square miles of land for its 5,211 residents, the city gives up almost one quarter to the fairgrounds. But its beaches stretch from Del Mar Shores Beach Park in the north edge of Torrey Pine State Reserve and the La Jolla Underwater Park in the south.

Juneau's majestic sprawl and abundance of nature set it apart from most capital cities in America. Tourists arrive via air or water, many coming in on cruise ships.