For generations, the rocky shores of Maine have drawn city dwellers seeking refuge, but there are still a few outcroppings where you can escape the crowds and have the sea spray to yourself.
Among the biggest draws is Acadia National Park on Mount Desert Island, whose largest settlement was once named Eden -- an apt description for its awe-inspiring scenery.
The landlocked country of Botswana has been Africa's tourism success story for decades. Now, with the opening of two camps in the famed Okavango Delta and the makeover of a desert classic, the luxe quotient is about to reach new heights.
In northeastern Brazil, the state of Bahia is a place of colonial architecture, remote beaches and spicy seafood stew. Bring your appetite for all of the above.
You already know what's in the history books. But Boston today is rewriting those dusty volumes and adding chapters on luxurious hotels, chic restaurants and trendy shops. More on where to shop, where to eat, where to stay and arts and culture.
Australia's eastern coast may grab the international limelight, but the state of South Australia, and remote Kangaroo Island -- the "Zoo Without Fences" -- are finally ready for their close-up.