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birds

The Birds of Prey That Stand Guard Over California's Vineyards

Without them, the state's lucrative wine grape crop could be gobbled up by smaller birds.
Shoshi Parks June 23, 2022
animals

Wildlife Vets Trek Through Mud and Mist to Care for Rwanda's Gorillas

The dedicated team's work includes life-saving interventions for the critically endangered animals.
Lola Méndez June 23, 2022
dinosaurs

T. Rex Thrived in a Swampy Home, According to Amber 'Time Capsule'

The apex predator may have ruled an ecosystem similar to the Everglades.
Jack Tamisiea August 26, 2021
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history

The Silk Road of Central Asia

Uzbekistan, Tajikistan, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan
May 7–23, 2023
From $5,680 USD
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wildlife & nature

Chile’s Atacama Desert: Geology, Geoglyphs & Ghost Towns

Chile
Oct 28–Nov 4, 2022
From $5,830 USD
Incredible geologic formations, otherworldly desert landscapes, remnants of ancient cultures, and a resurrected beach mining town.
food & drink

New Orleans: Roots of a Creole Kitchen

New Orleans
Oct 10–14, 2022
From $3,475 USD
+ 1 other date
wildlife & nature

Iceland in Winter: Natural Wonders & Ancient Legends

Iceland
Nov 5–12, 2022
From $3,685 USD
A land of folklore and myths on a backdrop of remarkable natural wonders.
+ 6 other dates
art & culture

Artisans & Exiles: Exploring the Hidden Traditions of Japan’s Sado Island

Japan
Oct 15–23, 2022
From $5,650 USD
Exploration through a history of exile, gold rush, and thriving cultural traditions.
+ 5 other dates
art & culture

Discover Chile: From Santiago to Patagonia

Chile
Nov 3–10, 2022
From $7,765 USD
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Moikeha Canal Bridge
Now a pedestrian bridge, this was once part of a narrow-gauge railroad that ran along the east coast of Kauai.
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Varnja, Estonia

Samovar House

Learn to drink tea like an Estonian at this museum.
Frederick, Maryland

George Wildrick House

An amazing example of Federal-period architecture, truly unique to this region of the state.
Pune, India

Nana Wada

A combination of Peshwa and British Gothic Revival architecture.
Milos, Greece

Sirocco

This "volcanic all-day restaurant" is right on the beach.
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Sudd Wetland

The inhabitants of the world’s largest wetland have learned to navigate its dramatic seasonal changes.
Kosti, Sudan

Goz Abu Goma Bridge

One of the largest early 20th-century bridges in Sudan.
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