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Located inside the Pamukkale hot springs (a UNESCO World Heritage Site) in Pamukkale, Türkiye, Cleopatra’s Pool a geothermal hot spring with one feature that makes it standout from every other hot spring on earth: It’s located within the ruins of an ancient temple that once might have belonged to Cleopatra. Turkey’s travertine terraces located near … Read more

In Türkiye, the town of Pamukkale is known as the Cotton Castle, thanks to the area’s natural travertine (a type of limestone) rock formations that decorate the mountains. Natural hot springs have formed within these travertine terraces, where tourists flock to bathe in the mineral rich waters. Located just below the ancient Greek city of … Read more

Sandboarding in Chile is an experience like no other. From the breathtaking desert landscapes of Atacama to Iquique and the rolling hills of Elqui Valley, sandboarding in this vibrant country provides a unique way to explore its diverse terrain and culture. Not only does it offer a thrilling adrenaline rush, but also provides an opportunity … Read more

The Gorges du Verdon is a 2,300-foot-deep river canyon in the Alpes-de-Haute-Provence department in southeastern France. It stretches for over 30 miles between two points: le Point sublime et le pont de Galetas. It is the biggest canyon in Europe. Formed thousands of years ago by the Verdon River which slowly but surely cut through … Read more

For years, I’d passed by Spotted Lake along British Columbia’s Highway 3 (aka the Crowsnest Highway), driving between Vancouver and the interior. I always glimpsed it out the window, but it wasn’t until after many trips that I finally pulled over to have a better look. The small lake is rich with minerals and when … Read more

South Korea is known for top-tier entertainment thanks to K-Pop bands like global sensations BTS, internationally acclaimed hit Netflix shows like Squid Game, and the first foreign-language film Best Picture Oscar-winning movie Parasite. But for travelers, Seoul is also well regarded as one of the leading culinary destinations in the world. Korean cuisine is characterized … Read more

Charleston offers something no place else in the South does: Historic charm blended with the country’s best culinary and party scenes. This is what makes Charleston the best city in the South for a getaway adventure. Gorgeous sightseeing complements the city’s legendary food and drinks scene, and several chilled-out beaches line the city’s coast. These … Read more