Bison roam, geysers mist, and hundreds of hot springs explode in America's first National Park Established in 1872, Yellowstone National Park is a national treasure. Located primarily in Wyoming, the park is so massive that it extends into Montana and Idaho and has five separate entrances. Yellowstone is a real hothead: It contains half of the world's known geothermal features, including geysers, hot springs, and boiling mud pots. The most famous is Old Faithful, a geyser that has reliably erupted for decades. You'll need a vehicle to get the most out of the park, but its sprawling size doesn’t mean you’ll be in isolation. In fact, you'll be joined by more than a million visitors during the busy summer season. Prepare for traffic jams caused by humans and...

Picture-perfect beaches and pampering all-inclusives are only part of Punta Cana’s allure Punta Cana is pure escape, and its pleasures come in many forms. Days here start on postcard-worthy Macao Beach and might end inside of a cave nightclub. And when you’re not soaking up the sun or dancing the night away, all-day indulgence is the name of the game at Punta Cana’s impeccable all-inclusive resorts, from the electrified Hard Rock Punta Cana to the serene Le Sivory Punta Cana. When you’ve had your fill of sun and sand, try one of the region’s zip-line courses, sail to Isla Saona, explore Dominican history at Altos de Chavon, and visit the magical lagoons of the Indigenous Eyes Ecological Park.  

A welcoming oasis for nature lovers with pinch-me-I-must-be-dreaming beaches Stark volcanic landscapes, emerald valleys, and black-sand beaches—Maui really brings the drama. Sure, there are plenty of resorts and hotels here, but Maui never loses itself to tourism. Instead, it remains grounded in lush nature, Hawaiian culture, and aloha spirit. And seeing the sun rise from the summit of Haleakala or driving the Road to Hana will make even the most jaded traveler think this is paradise found.

Ready to live your Disney dream? Orlando is the place. But the family fun and fantasies don’t stop there Orlando is a city that’s powered by dreams. It all starts at Disney’s Magic Kingdom, but there’s plenty more abracadabra elsewhere, too. The young and the young-at-heart can whip up spells at Universal Studios’ The Wizarding World of Harry Potter or live out their safari fantasies at Disney’s Animal Kingdom—and that’s just for starters. Once you’ve had your fill of thrills, there’s amazing live music at venues like B.B. King’s House of Blues and a local foodie scene that only keeps growing. If you need a break from the excitement, step into tranquil spots like Harry P. Leu Gardens for a much-needed quiet moment.