From Chicago to Los Angeles, this famous highway crosses 2,400 miles (3,862km) of the United States. When construction began in 1926, Route 66 connected a variety of roads into one, scenic route through the plains of the Midwest and deserts of the Southwest.

The island city-state first rose to prominence in the 1800s, when Sir Stamford Raffles (namesake of the iconic Raffles Hotel) recognized Singapore’s strategic location and established a trading post for the East India Trading Company.

Thanks to a deep sense of place rooted in the natural world and connected to both Mediterranean and European cultures, the people of Catalonia’s sun-drenched capital are known for their creative spirit — esperit creatiu in Catalan.

From red rock canyons and soaring mesas to lush river valleys, the dramatic landscapes of the southwestern United States have been both muse and mystery to generations of daydreamers and explorers.

Known for their moss-covered stones, arching bridges and sculpted trees, Japan’s gardens are an invitation to stillness.

From Bangkok to Chiang Mai, here is a curated introduction to the temples, art, people and flavors waiting for you in this country known for its hospitality.

Explore ancient Roman and Venetian palaces, taste wine from some of the oldest vineyards in Europe and unwind on incredible beaches.

The famously pacifist nation (it abolished its military in 1948) is known for being one of the most biodiverse places in the world.

In this region known for its tightknit communities, agriculture and fishing have been the way of life for generations.