Natural Wonders

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From gazing out into the Grand Canyon, or underwater at the Great Barrier Reef, visiting the natural wonders of the world is an experience almost anyone in your family can appreciate. With so many natural wonders around the world, you almost never have to venture far to get a glimpse of one of nature’s beauties. What is needed to truly appreciate these amazing sites? A good camera, comfortable shoes and the right attire to fit the weather will make your trip a treat. Many natural wonders have eco-friendly hotels, or other accommodations that help you enjoy your stay and reward you with great views. Plan a road trip for an awe inspiring adventure in your favorite National Park, or plan a longer vacation to truly immerse yourself in an amazing site....read more »

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Top Destinations for Natural Wonder

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Rotorua

This northern New Zealand city is well known as a spa resort, with natural geysers and hot mud pools for visitors to relax in. Volcanic islands allow for more outdoor attractions, as well as hiking, biking and rafting opportunities. There are also parks... read more »
photo by Real Traveler V&Rob

Queenstown

This southern New Zealand town is known as a ski resort and winter getaway. Skiing, hiking and boating are favorite activities, while wine-tasting and cultural food sampling are another attraction for outside travelers. read more »
photo by Real Traveler Miss Brown

Halong Bay

Halong is a tranquil bay in North Vietnam, close to China. Travelers will find thousands of limestone islands with lush vegetation and massive caves. There are also walking trails with modern lighting and quiet fishing villages for visitors to explore. read more »
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El Calafate

Famous for its magnificent glaciers, El Calafate is a breathtaking tourist destination, located in the Patagonia region of Argentina. The Glaciers National Park is the main attraction, with 47 glaciers covering the landscape. Tour guides, boats and othe... read more »
photo by Real Traveler Sharon Jones

Uyuni

While Uyuni offers visitors a great street market and an unique train graveyard, tourists come to Uyuni mainly to see the extraordinary Salar de Uyuni, the world's largest salt flats. Here, beautiful pink flamingos spread their wings over gorgeous red,... read more »
photo by Real Traveler Jennie and David

San Carlos de Bariloche

Located at the foot of the Andes Mountains, Bariloche is surrounded by spectacular lakes, mountains and foothills. A great place for winter travelers to visit, Bariloche features skiing, hiking and water sports activities galore. During the summer, thin... read more »
photo by Real Traveler Ffion & John

Auckland

Auckland is the gateway to New Zealand and its largest city. Almost entirely surrounded by water, and covered with volcanic hills, the city has a spectacular harbor and infinite possibilities. Wherever the visitor may be at any given moment, there is th... read more »
photo by Real Traveler Adria

Taupo

Home to the largest lake in New Zealand, Taupo offers recreational fun for all travelers. Sightseeing alongside massive volcanoes, rafting on the rapids or just plain fishing are all possible here. Hot springs and waterfalls add to the waterside experie... read more »
photo by Real Traveler WBWallace

Cairns

Cairns is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Australia, and for good reason. The Great Barrier Reef is only a few hours away, and the city is filled with lagoons, rainforests and coastlines. Many visitors have noted that the climate is simi... read more »
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Iguazu Falls

Iguazu National Park houses some of the most spectacular sights in all of South America. Home to the massive U-shaped Iguazu waterfalls, there are plenty of opportunities for photography and even an inside view of the waterfall via suspension bridges. T... read more »

Top Five Natural Wonder Trip Blogs

A Month in Southern Florida | Dec 02 08'

by Trailer Trash a female traveling as a couple from Cameron Park, on vacation in Fort Lauderdale

12/3/2008 Drove to Ft. Lauderdale today and checked into Paradise Island RV Park where we will stay for a month. I headed t... Continue reading »
Day 6: Arches National Park and Moab | Nov 19 08'

by Adventurous Angie a 29 year old female from Pottsville, on vacation in Arches National Park

"Its neat to be able to see an arch in several stages of formation and the final product."

On Day 6 we didn't get up exceptionally early because we had such a great sleep in the huge comfy beds in our hotel room in Moab. We decided to go... Continue reading »
3 nights in Cinque Terre (Vernazza) | Nov 01 08'

by FreqTravelers a 33 year old female traveling as a couple from San Diego, on vacation in Vernazza

"Sun, Sea, Wine, and Culture (and Pesto)"

From Florence, we visited the Cinque Terre, an area of 5 little towns connected by trails. This area was Mike's favorite from a previous visit, s... Continue reading »
3 nights in Rome | Oct 23 08'

by FreqTravelers a 33 year old female traveling as a couple from San Diego, on vacation in Rome

"City with lots of history"

We arrived in Rome about noon the first day of our trip. We took the train from the airport to the city center, checked into our hotel and headed... Continue reading »
Day 8: Moab to Grand Canyon National Park | Nov 21 08'

by Adventurous Angie a 29 year old female from Pottsville, on vacation in Grand Canyon

"it was nearly sunset and the colors on the canyon were stunning. It brought tears to my eyes!"

Today we got up early and loaded the cars with all of our gear. We went to Denny's in town to get some breakfast since we had a long day of drivi... Continue reading »