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Dolomites in Italy: Fairytale Mountains, Nature Reserves, and Lakes One of Italy’s greatest treasures (besides the food, sea, sun, and architecture) is the Dolomites. These mountains sit in the country’s northeast and stretch for about 150 km (93 miles). You’ll fin…

The Dolomites look like something out of a fairytale — pink sunsets, crystal lakes, and breathtaking alpine peaks. 🌄 Discover one of #Italy’s most magical regions:
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Socotra Island or the Place that Seems to Be from Another Planet Socotra is a place many people have never even heard of. But travelers who’ve visited this island say it was one of the most amazing trips of their lives. Here’s what makes Socotra unique and appea…

Ever wondered what a landscape from another world looks like? Discover #Socotra — an island in the Indian Ocean where bizarre flora, alien-like trees, and rare species make you question reality.
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Morbihan and the Carnac Stones: Explore Brittany’s Mysterious History In the quaint village of Carnac in Northern France, nearly 4,000 stones stand perfectly aligned in a field. Historians speculate that the stones have been standing for nearly 7,000 years. No one is…

🗿 In Brittany’s Carnac, nearly 4,000 stones stand in mysterious rows—some 7,000 years old. Legend says they’re a Roman army turned to stone. Nearby, the Gulf of Morbihan blends islands, oysters & myth. #France #Travel

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Domus de Janas: Explore Ancient Fairy Houses in Sardinia Over 5,000 years ago, the Ozieri people in what we now know as Sardinia carefully constructed stone burial chambers to ensure that members of their community faired well in the afterlife. To the mo…

🏺 In Sardinia, the Domus de Janas (“fairy houses”) are 5,000-year-old rock-cut tombs. Once believed to be homes of fairies, they hold ancient art, legends, and traces of early Christian frescoes. #Sardinia #History #Travel
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The Cies Islands: Visit an Ecotourism Gem in Spain The ancient Romans were so struck by the beauty of the Cies Islands in the Galician region of Spain that they named the stunning archipelago the “Island of the Gods”. The pristine turqu…

🏝️ Off Spain’s coast, the Cíes Islands are a protected paradise once called the “Isle of the Gods.” With visitor limits, no hotels, and Praia de Rodas—one of the world’s best beaches—they’re nature at its purest. #Spain #Travel
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Pragser Wildsee: Visit a Mystical Lake in the Heart of the Dolomites Italy is a country of countless natural and cultural wonders, but Pragser Wildsee—a jewel-toned alpine lake also known as Lago di Braies that is located in the Italian Dolomites—is unde…

🌊 Hidden in the Dolomites, Pragser Wildsee (Lake Braies) glows emerald under misty peaks and legend says a queen still sails its waters by moonlight. Best enjoyed at dawn or dusk before the crowds. #Italy #Dolomites #Travel
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Wind River Range: Explore Wyoming’s Breathtaking Wilderness The jagged peaks of the Teton Mountains, the ski slopes of Jackson Hole Mountain Resort, and the gurgling geothermal pools of Yellowstone tend to get all of the shine when people consider booking a…

Want escape? The Wind River Range in #Wyoming is your answer. 13,000-foot peaks, glacier lakes, & that rare, sweet solitude. 🏔️ unusualplaces.org/wind-river-range/ #Travel

Saxon Switzerland National Park: Visit Germany’s Rock Forest Germany is often celebrated for its lush forests, so it is fitting that one of Germany’s most beloved National Parks is often referred to as a “rock forest.” Saxon Switzerland Nat…

🌲🇩🇪 Discover Saxon Switzerland National Park near Dresden, #Germany — a surreal landscape of sandstone spires, deep gorges & the iconic Bastei Bridge. A true hidden gem for hikers & dreamers alike.
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Quinta da Regaleira: Visit a Mystical Estate in Portugal In the early 1900s, coffee and precious jewel merchant Carvalho Monteiro enlisted the help of Italian architect Luigi Manini to construct a mystical estate in Sintra, Portugal which featured ornate…

Step into Sintra’s most mysterious estate—Quinta da Regaleira. 🌿 Secret tunnels, occult symbols & the famous Initiation Well await. Dare to explore?
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Explore the Legend of Paul Bunyan in Bemidji, Minnesota In the late 19th century, logging was all the rage in the American Midwest. In order to amuse themselves and unwind after hours of backbreaking work, loggers began to circulate tales of a burly fic…

🌲 Discover the legendary Paul Bunyan and Babe the Blue Ox towering over Lake Bemidji—icons of logging folklore since 1937. A must-visit for lovers of quirky history and roadside wonder.
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Explore Oregon’s Rogue-Umpqua Scenic Byway: The Famous Highway of Waterfalls If waterfalls are one of your favorite things in this life, a drive on Oregon’s Rogue-Umpqua Scenic Byway is an absolute must. Known as the Highway of Waterfalls, The Rogue-Umpqua Scenic Bywa…

From Toketee Falls to hidden hot springs, #Oregon “Highway of Waterfalls” is a journey you’ll never forget. 🌊🌲
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Bombay Beach: Visit California’s Bohemian Ghost Town In the early 1900s, a dry lakebed in California steadily became a sprawling lake known as the Salton Sea due to an overtopped irrigation canal. By the mid-20th century, the Salton Sea was home to a…

Bombay Beach was once a star-studded resort on #California’s Salton Sea. Today, it’s a surreal ghost town turned open-air art gallery, home to the rogue Bombay Beach Biennale. 🎨🌵
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Shamanism is alive in Russia — from Khakassia & Buryatia to Yakutia, Tuva, Altai & Kamchatka. 🌿
See ancient drumming, blessings & spirit journeys still practiced today.

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Little Finland: Visit a Striking Hidden Gem in Nevada When most people think of Nevada, they think of bustling casinos, plush hotels, and fancy restaurants. The state of Nevada is also home to countless natural wonders that don’t get nearly as m…

In Nevada’s Mojave Desert, Little Finland (aka Hobgoblin’s Garden) hides surreal red rock formations, ancient petroglyphs & a ghost town—like The Wave, but without the crowds. 🏜️ #Nevada #Travel #HiddenGems
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Trona Pinnacles: Visit an Otherworldly Hidden Gem in California The spiky spires of the Trona Pinnacles in the Mojave Desert in California have often served as a stand-in for otherworldly locales such as Mars in popular films and TV series. Nearby Joshua Tree N…

Ever wonder what it’s like to walk on Mars—without leaving Earth? 🌍🚀
#travel to #California Trona Pinnacles, a surreal desert landscape of spiky tufa towers that’s starred in Planet of the Apesand Battlestar Galactica.
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Providence Canyon State Park: Explore Georgia’s Little Grand Canyon Contrary to popular belief, you don’t have to travel to Arizona or Utah to explore a red rock canyon. Providence Canyon State Park—which is located in Lumpkin, Georgia—is tucked a…

🎨 #Georgia ’s “Little Grand Canyon” looks like Mother Nature got creative with a paintbrush! 🌄

Eroded clay cliffs, rainbow soil, and views that belong on another planet
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Ever heard of the 'Ural Stonehenge'? The Manpupuner Stone Pillars in Russia are fascinating natural rock formations, often compared to Stonehenge due to their imposing size and the legends surrounding them.
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Niagara Cave, Minnesota Though not nearly as famous as the “other Niagara,” Niagara falls, the iconic waterfall on the border of New York and the Canadian province of Ontario, Niagara Cave, located in the tiny southeaster…

Discovered thanks to pigs 🐷 in 1924, Niagara Cave in #Minnesota hides a 60-ft underground waterfall, ancient fossils & even a wedding chapel—200 ft below ground! Solar-powered & unforgettable. 🌍💧
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The Man with the Fish – Georgetown’s Unofficial Landmark If you ever find yourself in Georgetown — the capital of Guyana, a country tucked away in South America — chances are, you’ll come across a statue of a man holding what appears to be a fish. Since …

In Georgetown #Guyana, there’s a statue locals call “the man with the fish.”

But he’s no fisherman — he’s Cuffy, the African hero who led a rebellion against Dutch colonizers in 1763

Tourists ask for the monument. Locals just say “fish guy”

History with a twist

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Discovering Barcelona – Art, Architecture, Tapas

#Barcelona is an exciting city with lots to see and experience. This Catalonian jewel...(more)

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Mount Shasta: Visit California’s Mystical Mountain The state of California is home to plenty of mystical hotspots that are rumored to be hubs of paranormal activity, but few are as captivating and mysterious as Mount Shasta. Located in the Cascade …

🌄 Hidden in Northern #California, Mount Shasta isn’t just a stunning volcano — it’s a hotspot for UFO sightings, mystical legends, and spiritual seekers. ✨
Is it just a mountain… or something more?
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Your favorite Romantic Travel Destinations

These destinations, shared by our readers, highlight the diverse ways love can be celebrated. Whether it’s...( more)

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Shoshone Falls: Visit a Magnificent Waterfall in Idaho Most travelers who are charting a course for a great American road trip are unaware that one of the most impressive waterfalls in the United States is located on the outskirts of a sleepy Idaho tow…

🚗💦 Most roadtrippers miss one of the tallest waterfalls in the U.S.—and it's not Niagara.

📍Shoshone Falls, Idaho
💧212 ft tall (yep, taller than Niagara!)
🌈 Misty trails, rainbow views
🛶 Kayaks, paddleboards, and Evel Knievel's epic jump spot

#Idaho #Travel

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Oregon Vortex House of Mystery: Gravity-Defying Roadside Wonder It’s not surprising that a place with a fantastical name like Gold Hill, Oregon, is home to a mysterious natural anomaly that has puzzled and intrigued scientists and travelers for nearly a century…

🌀 The Oregon Vortex: where balls roll uphill, people change height, and the land defies logic. Illusion or the paranormal? See for yourself in Gold Hill’s legendary House of Mystery! #Oregon #places #Travel
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Dismals Canyon: Alabama’s Hidden Glowworm Paradise When most people hear the name “Dismals Canyon,” they assume they’re headed for a gloomy destination. Dismals Canyon—which is located in Phil Campbell, Alabama—is a joyful locale …

Deep in #Alabama, there's a #canyon that glows in the dark.

Meet Dismals Canyon, home to rare bioluminescent "glowworms" that light up the night like stars. Nature’s light show you never knew you needed.
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Slanic Prahova Salt Mine: Explore Romania’s Trapezoidal Salt Mine Museum Since the 17th century, salt mining has played a crucial role in the Romanian economy. The Slanic Prahova Salt Mine Museum stands as a tribute to Romania’s most celebrated salt mine. During i…

Explore #Romania Slănic Prahova Salt Mine—Europe’s largest. 🧂 Wander through huge underground chambers, see salt sculptures, and enjoy the clean, mineral-rich air. A cool and quiet escape below ground.
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Love Bridge – Ayia Napa Over the last few decades Ayia Napa, Cyprus has been transformed from a sleepy village to one of Europe’s most well-known party resorts. It stands as the perfect antidote to the hedonism and …

Fall in love with nature at Ayia Napa’s Love Bridge 💙 This 20-ft natural arch over turquoise waters is a dreamy spot for photos, snorkeling, and romantic moments. A must-see on #Cyprus coast!
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