This huge green space packed with activities will make you forget you're in the middle of the Ecuadorian capital.

An exotic jungle hideaway run entirely by indigenous Kichwa women.

Ecuador's largest Incan ruins show evidence of sophisticated irrigation and diplomacy among the ancient builders.

A swing to dangle you off the very edge.

A turquoise lake within a volcanic crater.

Cathedral carved out of salt, located a mile below the earth's surface.

A cozy bookstore and coffee shop in the heart of Cartagena's Old City.

In the middle of one of South America's most historic walled cities lies a bar with an enormous collection of Soviet memorabilia.

The centuries-old trees are draped with Spanish moss to make them look like wizened elders.

Perched atop the highest hill in Cartagena, this 17th-century convent offers spectacular views of the city.

Colorful lights and mirror-like brine pools create trippy illusions within the historic mine.

An explosion of natural color known as "the river that ran away from paradise."

This picturesque mansion has gone from opulent ruin to nature museum.

Enchanting cave with a river crashing through the roof.

The caldera of this mini-volcano has been turned into a naturally heated mud bath.

Unparalleled stargazing, one of Colombia's best observatories, and a swimming pool can all be found in the middle of this ancient tropical forest.

The Andean town where every single building is decorated with a brightly colored frieze.

The courtyard of this small Marinid madrasa is a dazzling example of intricate Islamic architecture.

One of the few places to grab a beer in Fez is a former British consulate.

This amazing oasis of art and plants is hidden on the outskirts of Marrakesh.

This former royal palace with gorgeous gardens became the first museum in Morocco.

Vast stretch of tide-pools with a unique Moroccan charm.

It took 40 years to build this Eden-like garden in Marrakech, later restored by Yves Saint-Laurent.

One of the most spectacular canyons in the world.