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Sometimes called The Saint-Tropez of South America, Punta del Este is equal parts natural splendor, culture, and glamour, and is favorably compared to other buzz-worthy seaside spots around the globe. Besides sun and surf, and a vibrant nightlife scene that draws many partygoers to this part of southern Uruguay, the area also boasts a seriously sinuous span. The Leonel Viera Bridge is a stressed ribbon bridge, named after its designer, who had no formal engineering training prior to dreaming up this wavy wonder. Opened in 1965, the bridge was hailed for its innovative techniques, and the unusual undulations even inspired a poem from the great writer Pablo Neruda.

In this stretch of the Canadian Rockies where two provinces straddle the Great Divide, the winding dotted line on the map marks many remarkable peaks. These include Mount Assiniboine—the Matterhorn-esque mount that's the tallest in the region and this provincial park's namesake—and the raggedy massif known as the Towers, showcased in this wide-angle shot. The Towers' several summits mark British Columbia's border with neighbor province Alberta, though the land just past the peaks is managed by the Canadian government as Banff National Park.

Artists, musicians, and young professionals flock to Tel Aviv's more secular culture, which includes clubs, pubs, a flourishing arts community, and beaches. Its UNESCO-designated Bauhaus architecture has earned it the nickname "The White City." Between the cultural display pavilions of Haaretz Museum, ancient Independence Hall Museum, busy Carmel Market, and Old Jaffa's boardwalk, you may walk, drive, or use the common public transport in the city.

During its colonial heyday, Holland controlled Surabaya, and by the 19th century the city had become the biggest settlement in the Dutch East Indies. Surabaya may not have the same name recognition as Hong Kong or Singapore, but for a good stretch of time this city on the island of Java competed with them as a hub of global commerce. Indonesia began its battle for independence here at Surabaya in 1945, earning the city its nickname, ‘City of Heroes.'

An old local legend posits that the moniker ‘Surabaya’ comes from the names of a shark and crocodile who pitched a terrible battle over territory here. Let’s hope you encounter neither combatant should you wade into the waters around this pier.

Once used mainly as a transport route for natural resources like quarried limestone and gypsum, and logs felled in nearby forests, the Loisach River is now a quiet haven. The 70-mile-long waterway flows from the ">Once used mainly as a transport route for natural resources like quarried limestone and gypsum, anOnce used mainly as a transport route for natural resources like quarried limestone and gypsum, and logs felled in nearby forests, the Loisach River is now a quiet haven. The 70-mile-long waterway flows from the Northern Limestone Alps through Austria's Tyrol region and into Bavaria, Germany. River trout and graylings are abundant in the river, and forests edge its banks. When winter arrives—as it has here where the river enters Lake Kochel in the shadow of the Bavarian Prealps—a frosty wonderland appears.

Southampton, England, is known for its natural beauty and vibrant culture. Guests will love strolling around the city and exploring it as it features many buildings with colorful histories surrounding them. Guests must also not miss seeing the Sea City Museum. It is a family favorite tourist attraction that features engaging marine displays and events.