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• What to see and do at Cueva Ventana, Puerto RicoVisited October 2013Cueva Ventana is a popular tourist attraction located in Arecibo, a city in the northwestern part of Puerto Rico. It is a natural cave system that features a large opening, or "window," that offers a breathtaking view of the surrounding countryside.  It looks down on the Rio Grande de Arecibo river valley.
• What to see and do at Diamond Head, Oahu, HawaiiVisited December 2023Diamond Head is a volcanic cone on the island of Oahu, Hawaii, that is known to Hawaiians as Leahi. It was formed about 400,000 to 500,000 years ago by a single explosive eruption. It is a popular destination for hiking, as it offers stunning views of Waikiki, the coastline and the ocean. Diamond Head is also designated as  a U.S. National Natural Monument and a State Monument.
• What to see and do at Edinburgh Castle, ScotlandVisited June 2022Edinburgh Castle is a historic fortress located on top of a volcanic rock in the heart of Edinburgh, the capital of Scotland. Edinburgh's Castle Rock reminds tourists of the Acropolis in Athens. There has been a royal castle on the rock since at least the reign of David I in the 12th century. There have been 26 sieges of the castle in its 1,100-year history making it "the most besieged place in Great Britain and one of the most attacked in the world".
• What to see and do at El Yunque (South side), Puerto RicoVisited July 2021On the south side of the EL Yunque National Forest is the town of Florida. Here, four rivers, the Rio Sabana, Rio Cubuy, Rio Icacos, and Rio Prieto, flow down out of El Yunque rainforest and form the Rio Blanco river. The Rio Sabana Recreation Area offers scenic views of the Rio Blanco watershed and the coastal areas of Naguabo and Humacao along with inspiring views of the mountains and the coast as well as access to rivers and water play opportunities.
• What to see and do at El Yunque (West side), Puerto RicoVisited October 2019El Yunque Rainforest, also known as the Caribbean National Forest, is a lush, verdant tropical rainforest located in the northeastern part of Puerto Rico. Spanning over 28,000 acres, it is one of the few tropical rainforests in the United States National Forest System and the only one in Puerto Rico. Rio Espiritu Santo waterfall is located on the west side of the rainforest.
• What to see and do at El Yunque, Puerto RicoVisited July 2015El Yunque National Forest is a tropical rainforest in northeastern Puerto Rico. The highest mountain peak in the forest rises 3,494 ft above sea level. Over 20 feet of rain a year falls in some areas of the forest. From El Portal Visitor Center, a walkway winds through the surrounding treetops. Trails run to La Mina waterfall and Mount Britton, then up to the high-altitude dwarf forest.
• What to see and do at Elephant Island, AntarcticaVisited January 2024Elephant Island is a mountainous ice-covered island off the coast of Antarctica in the Southern Ocean at the north end of the South Shetland Islands. Elephant Island's was named after the elephant head shape of the island and the sighting of elephant seals on the island by Captain George Powell in 1821.
• What to see and do at Geysir, IcelandVisited August 2024Geysir, located in the Haukadalur Valley in southwestern Iceland, is one of the country’s most famous geothermal features and the source of the word “geyser.” The area is known for its geothermal activity, including bubbling hot springs, fumaroles, and the more active neighboring geyser, Strokkur, which erupts frequently. Geysir itself has been mostly dormant in recent years but remains an iconic natural wonder in Iceland.
• What to see and do at Glacier Bay, AlaskaVisited May 2019Glacier Bay is a fjord located in southeastern Alaska and is a popular destination for tourists who are interested in exploring the stunning natural scenery of the area. Glacier Bay was first proclaimed a U.S. National Monument on February 25, 1925. It later was enlarged and designated as the Glacier Bay National Park and Preserve. Covering 24 million acres, it is now the the largest UNESCO protected biosphere in the world.
• What to see and do at Grindavik, IcelandVisited September 2024The Grindavik volcanic system is located on the Reykjanes Peninsula which is characterized by rugged lava fields, black volcanic rock, and geothermal features like hot springs and fumaroles. The Reykjanes Peninsula is located at the boundary of the Mid-Atlantic Ridge, where the Eurasian and North American tectonic plates are moving apart.  The region is highly geologically active due to the divergent tectonic boundary.
• What to see and do at Gullfoss Waterfall, IcelandVisited August 2024Gullfoss Waterfall is one of Iceland’s most iconic and breathtaking natural landmarks. It is located 75 miles northeast of Reykjavík in the southwest of the country and is part of the famous Golden Circle, a popular tourist route that also includes Geysir and Þingvellir National Park. Known for its immense beauty and power, Gullfoss is a multi-tiered waterfall on the Hvítá River, a glacial river fed by the Langjökull Glacier.
• What to see and do at Hacienda Campo Rico, Puerto RicoVisited September 2023Hacienda Campo Rico is a popular tourist destination located in Puerto Rico, specifically in the municipality of Carolina, which is just east of the capital city of San Juan. This historic estate offers visitors a unique blend of natural beauty, cultural heritage, and recreational activities and is a filming location for movies such as Marvel’s Black Panther and others by Hulu and Netflix.
• What to see and do at Hanamaulu Bay, Kauai, HawaiiVisited December 2023Hanamaulu Bay was the filming location for the 1960's movie, Blue Hawaii, which starred Elvis Pressley. It is located just north of Lihue Airport on Kauai's east shore.  The Ahukini Recreational Pier located here gives you a scenic view of Hanamaulu Bay.
• What to see and do at Hanauma Bay, Oahu, HawaiiVisited December 2023Hanauma Bay is a beautiful and popular snorkeling spot in Hawaii, located on the southeast coast of Oahu. It is a marine life conservation area and a nature preserve, formed within a volcanic cone. The bay is filled with hundreds of species of fish, coral, and other aquatic creatures.
• What to see and do at Harvest Caye, Placencia, BelizeVisited March 2022Harvest Caye is a private island resort located 5 miles off the coast from Placencia in Belize It is owned and operated by Norwegian Cruise Line. The island covers an area of 75 acres and features a range of amenities and activities for visitors to enjoy, which includes a saltwater lagoon, a large freshwater pool, ziplines, and a wildlife exhibition with a butterfly house.
• What to see and do at Hikinaakala Heiau, Kauai, HawaiiVisited December 2023The Hikinaakala Heiau temple is located in the  Lydgate Beach Park. Hikinaakala means rising of the sun, and heiau translates into temple in the Hawaiian language.  It is estimated that this temple was constructed in the 13th century. The only remnants  that remain of the original structure are the stone walls which are 6 ft. high and 11 ft. wide. The entire site sits on an acre of land near the mouth of the Wailua River.
• What to see and do at Hookipa Beach, Maui, HawaiiVisited December 2023Hookipa beach is on the north shore of Maui in Hawaii.  It is considered the most renowned windsurfing site in the world.  The beach is also a popular spot for surfing and viewing sea turtles which rest on the beach during the day.
• What to see and do at Hoover Dam, Arizona and NevadaVisited December 2015Hoover Dam is a concrete arch dam in the Black Canyon of the Colorado River, on the border between the Nevada and Arizona. It was constructed between 1931 and 1936 during the Great Depression.  It creates Lake Mead which is the largest reservoir by volume in the United States. Hoover Dam is a popular tourist attraction, and visitors can take tours of the dam, including the power plant and visitor center.
• What to see and do at Iguazu Falls, Argentina, Brazil, and ParaguayVisited March 2023Iguazu Falls is a magnificent waterfall system located on the border of Argentina and Brazil and only 10 miles from the border with Paraguay where it empties into the Parana river. The falls are a UNESCO World Heritage site and are widely regarded as one of the most beautiful natural wonders in the world.
• What to see and do at Ilha Grande, BrazilVisited March 2023Ilha Grande is a beautiful island located off the coast of Rio de Janeiro state in Brazil. It is known for its stunning beaches, lush forests, and relaxed atmosphere. Ilha Grande is located about 90 miles south of Rio de Janeiro, and is accessible only by boat. The island was once used as a quarantine station for immigrants and later as a high-security prison, but is now a popular tourist destination.
• What to see and do at Isla Verde and Pinones, Puerto RicoVisited September 2023Isla Verde and Piñones are two popular beachfront areas located in the northeastern part of Puerto Rico, near the capital city of San Juan. Both of these areas offer beautiful beaches, outdoor activities, and a taste of the vibrant Puerto Rican culture.
• What to see and do at Jaguar Paw Cave Tubing, Belmopan, BelizeVisited May 2004Belize is a small country located on the eastern coast of Central America, bordered by Mexico to the north and Guatemala to the west and south.  The country is known for its diverse culture, rich history, and natural beauty, including the world-famous Barrier Reef, which is the second-largest coral reef system in the world and a popular destination for snorkeling and diving.
• What to see and do at JungleQui, Rio Mar, Puerto RicoVisited July 2022JungleQui Ziplining is an outdoor adventure attraction located in the lush tropical rainforest of eastern Puerto Rico near Rio Mar and just outside of the El Yunque National Forest.  The attraction offers visitors the opportunity to experience the thrill of ziplining through the forest canopy, while also enjoying the natural beauty of the area.
• What to see and do at Kauai Coffee, Kauai, HawaiiVisited December 2023With 4 million coffee trees grown on 3,100 acres, the Kauai Coffee Estate is the largest coffee farm in the United States. It is located on the southern coast of the island of Kauai in Hawaii. Kauai Coffee began in the early 1800s as McBryde Sugar Company which was one of the first sugar farmers in Hawaii.