Gettysburg, Pennsylvania is best known as the site of the most significant battle of the American Civil War, fought over three days in July 1863. Today, visitors can explore the 6,000-acre Gettysburg National Military Park, which preserves the battlefield in remarkable detail. Over 1,300 monuments, cannons, and markers dot the landscape, each telling a piece of the story. One of the most visited spots is Little Round Top, where Union forces held their ground in a pivotal moment of the battle.
Located just north of Chugach National Forest and nestled in an inlet of Prince William Sound, charming Valdez is a small Alaskan city known for its proximity to stunning glaciers, canyons, forests, and natural wildlife. Highlights include Valdez Glacier Lake, Keystone Canyon, and the Valdez Museum. The region's untouched natural beauty will astound you on your next Alaskan cruise!
An island located a few miles southeast of Spain. Enjoy sunshine and beautiful beaches while you watch the afternoons stretch away in this laid-back, picture perfect, destination.
The Kenai Peninsula extends southwest from Anchorage into the Gulf of Alaska and is one of south-central Alaska’s most varied regions. Its landscape includes the Kenai Mountains, coastal forests, glaciers, broad river valleys, lakes, and a long shoreline along both Cook Inlet and the Gulf of Alaska. Communities such as Kenai, Soldotna, Seward, Homer, and Cooper Landing serve different parts of the peninsula, while the Kenai River and numerous smaller waterways connect the interior to the coast.
Elbow Beach is a long, gently curving stretch of pale pink sand on Bermuda’s South Shore in Paget Parish, close to Hamilton. The beach takes its name from its distinctive bend, which resembles an elbow when viewed from the water. Protective coral reefs offshore help create relatively calm conditions, making the beach suitable for swimming and body surfing.
A picturesque mosaic of unique plant and animal habitats, rainforests, national parks, mountains, rivers, lakes and beautiful waterfalls, combined with some of Australia's richest agricultural lands and charming small "picture postcard" townships - all just a one hour drive from Cairns.
Other Popular Destinations in Australia
Sydney
Sydney, Australia, is a vibrant city where iconic landmarks, diverse neighborhoods, and natural beauty converge. The Sydney Opera House, with its striking sail-like design, and the Sydney Harbour Bridge are symbols recognized around the world, yet the city offers much more beyond its famous skyline.
Cairns
Cairns is the majestic entrance to Australia's Great Barrier Reef. This warm, tropical destination is located in Far North Queensland. Must-see attractions in Cairns include the Tjapukai Aboriginal Cultural Park, which educates tourists about indigenous peoples, and restaurant and bar-dotted Cairns Esplanade, which has a lagoon for swimming.