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Boston, Massachusetts

USS Cassin Young

This historic World War II ship is one of only 4 Fletcher-class destroyers remaining worldwide.
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Roann, Indiana

Stockdale Mill

This 150-year-old mill on Eel River still produces flour and offers tours of its historic grounds.
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Tokyo, Japan

Monozuki Cafe

A tiny kissaten coffeeshop with expertly crafted coffee in an antique setting.
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Mazatlán, Mexico

La Cueva Del Diablo (The Devil's Cave)

While walking down Mazatlan's historic boardwalk, visitors are surprised to find their ocean view interrupted by a gateway to hell.
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Warsaw, Poland

Pinball Station

This interactive museum celebrates the iconic arcade game.
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Barnesville, Pennsylvania

Tuscarora State Park

Explore the great outdoors in this popular eastern Pennsylvania park.
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Plan-d'Aups-Sainte-Baume, France

Sainte Baume Grotto

Legend says St. Mary Magdalene spent her final 30 years in a secluded mountain cave.
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Ashland, Pennsylvania

Pioneer Tunnel Coal Mine & Steam Engine

Take a ride inside a former coal mine in Ashland, Pennsylvania.
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Cape Saint Mary's, Newfoundland and Labrador

Cape St. Mary’s Ecological Reserve

Massive gannet colony perched on cliffs, with hiking trails and an interpretation center.
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Saint Marys, Newfoundland and Labrador

Mullet Brook Miniature Village

A tiny village started by a father, lovingly restored by his son.
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Boston, Massachusetts

‘Good Will Hunting’ Bench

The bench featured in the film with Robin Williams and Matt Damon has become a popular destination for moviegoers.
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Carlsbad, New Mexico

Colonel Boles Formation

This cave column thousands of feet below the earth’s surface is rightly named for one of the most colorful park rangers in history.
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Berdorf, Luxembourg

Priedegtstull

These exceptionally narrow openings between giant rocks will test your daring.
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New York, New York

Edgar Allan Poe Street

A tidbit of Poe history on the Upper West Side of Manhattan.
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Culloden Moor, Scotland

Cumberland's Stone

This rock bore witness to the last pitched battle fought on British soil.
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Hiraizumi, Japan

Grave of Benkei

According to folklore, this grave lies near the site of the “standing death” of one of Japan’s fiercest warriors.
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Boston, Massachusetts

Scarlett O’Hara House

This faux Greek Revival mansion is a clever optical illusion tucked into a Beacon Hill alley.
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Lewisburg, Pennsylvania

Rollermills Marketplace

There’s something for everyone at this engaging emporium.
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