Located in Australia's Northern Territory, Uluru is an iconic sandstone formation and UNESCO World Heritage site. This red rock monolith, believed to be over 500 million years old, has been considered sacred by Australia's indigenous peoples for thousands of years and is one of the country's most well-known natural landmarks. This spiritual destination will astound you at sunrise and sunset, when the warm sunlight turns Uluru to deep hues of red and orange.
The Chobe River forms the northern boundary of the Chobe National Park. Animal lovers and safari enthusiasts know it as the place where the elephants congregate during winter's dry season and migrant birds are in full color during the wet summer months. The river itself is actually a section of the Cuando River, known as the Chobe from the seasonal lake Liambesi to its outflow at the Zambezi River.
Dominica, known as the “Nature Island of the Caribbean,” is a haven for eco-tourists and adventure seekers. Nestled between the French islands of Guadeloupe and Martinique, this lush island boasts a remarkable landscape of volcanic mountains, dense rainforests, and stunning waterfalls. Dominica’s most iconic natural wonder is the Boiling Lake, the second-largest hot spring in the world.
Nosy Be, often called the “Perfume Island” due to its fragrant ylang-ylang trees, is Madagascar’s largest and most popular tourist destination. Situated off the northwest coast of Madagascar, this tropical paradise boasts powdery white sand beaches, turquoise waters, and lush inland rainforests, making it an idyllic escape for beach lovers, nature enthusiasts, and adventure seekers alike. Nosy Be is renowned for its stunning marine life.
Tennessee welcomes visitors with a rhythm that shifts from Appalachian mountain towns to Memphis blues clubs, all while telling stories that have shaped the American experience. In East Tennessee, the Great Smoky Mountains National Park is the most visited national park in the country, known for its mist-covered peaks, preserved log cabins, and seasonal displays of wildflowers and fireflies.