Monteverde, Costa Rica
Ficus La Raiz
In Costa Rica's cloud forest, the roots of a woody ficus create a botanical bridge.
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Monteverde, Costa Rica
In Costa Rica's cloud forest, the roots of a woody ficus create a botanical bridge.
Monteverde, Costa Rica
This wildlife refuge is home to more than 200 species of birds, as well as monkeys, lizards, and other wildlife.
La Pompe, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines
This century old flensing port is a remnant of a culture for whom whaling is still legal.
Saint-Pierre, Martinique
The cell which saved the life of Ludger Sylbaris, "the man who lived through Doomsday."
Saint Peter's, Montserrat
A city continually buried under the ash of a volcano that has been erupting for more than 15 years.
Manatí, Puerto Rico
Enjoy the waters of this half-moon-shaped natural pool surrounded by breathtaking scenery.
Manatí, Puerto Rico
The short hike is worth the stunning views and crystal blue waters of a secluded beach.
Arecibo, Puerto Rico
This beach pool offers a spectacle of crashing waves, blue hues, and a historical lighthouse.
Isabela, Puerto Rico
La Cara del Indio honors the Taíno chief who fought bravely against the Spanish invasion of Puerto Rico.
Aguadilla Pueblo, Puerto Rico
Years of neglect and nature took a toll on this 19th-century lighthouse.
Puerto Rico
This 20th-century mansion plays a key role in one of Puerto Rico's greatest novels.
Quebradillas, Puerto Rico
An unnatural lake in a naturally beautiful setting.
Utuado, Puerto Rico
Drift through underground caves on a tube.
Jayuya, Puerto Rico
This rock in the middle of a river in Jayuya contains dozens of Pre-Columbian Taíno petroglyphs.
Ponce, Puerto Rico
This museum preserves the heyday of Puerto Rican coffee.
Guánica, Puerto Rico
Invading U.S. troops were first seen from this now-abandoned tower, leading to the Spanish-American War.
Lajas, Puerto Rico
This beachside town is home to a diverse nature reserve, multiple cays, and one of the three bioluminescent bays in Puerto Rico.
Almirante Sur, Puerto Rico
A natural swimming pool in the middle of the Carite Forest.
Orocovis, Puerto Rico
This "sausage route" features gorgeous views and family-owned restaurants.
Humacao, Puerto Rico
This small primate research island is teeming with playing, fighting wild monkeys.
Turks and Caicos Islands
The rusted remains of a victim of Hurricane Ike.
Providenciales and West Caicos, Turks and Caicos Islands
A 220-foot deep watery drop-off, filled with marine life.
Pamashto, Peru
A circle of stones on a hilltop in Peru’s high jungle, aligned with the winter solstice and largely ignored by archaeologists.
San Martín, Peru
This set of mysterious petroglyphs in the Peruvian jungle could shed light on centuries-old activities in the region.