Sign in Using FacebookCarey Gates: Our Sweepstakes Winner's Dream Destinations
Like all of us who crave travel, Carey seeks destinations that offer a pronounced sense of place. When you visit them, you know that few other cities or countries have the mystique or the unmistakable allure of the ground you inhabit, no matter how briefly you're there.
These destinations immerse travelers in geography, culture, and history, and their palpable sense of romance and adventure are what give them such a magnetic draw.
From the grand to the intimate, Carey's hoped-for vacations deliver a wonderful checklist of places to see in a lifetime, and they're ample reason to dream your way even further afield.
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Machu Picchu, PeruIt takes hours to get there and countless footsteps to reach this venerable site, but visiting Machu Picchu first-hand is an astounding adventure and absolutely worth the effort. Known for its ancient ruins, Machu Picchu was built by the Incas around 1470 AD but was only re-discovered in 1911. Perched on top of an Andean mountain, the ceremonial city draws over 300,000 tourists each year. |
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The Great Barrier Reef, AustraliaOne of the seven natural wonders of the Earth, this amazing reef sits off the shore of Australia and is close to Port Douglas. The Reef stretches along the Queensland coast for more than 2000 kilometers and is composed of a vast array of natural plants and animals. Visitors to the region must ... More info |
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IrelandThe Emerald Isle – could Ireland possibly be as green as everyone says it is? In a word, yes. The Republic of Ireland is a magical island country, filled with tales of fairies, leprechauns, stone circles, druids, and four-leaf clovers. Ireland also has a history and culture rich with music, dance, storytelling, saints, sinners and ... More info |
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GermanyWhen we think of Germany, we think of beer, sausage and oompah bands, but these images barely scratch the surface. Today's Germany is a land of culture, history, art, music, literature, sports and, above all, dichotomy. From Frankfurt's high-rise skyscrapers to Neuschwanstein, the fanciful ... More info |
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SwitzerlandThinking of Switzerland may bring mental pictures of mountains, pocketknives, cuckoo clocks, chocolate and fondue. And yes, these are all part of everything that is today's Switzerland, but there is so much more. Switzerland is a small country that has been widely ... More info |
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Savannah, GA
Moss-draped, molasses-sweet
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Charleston, SCOne of the East Coast's most picturesque cities, Charleston is known for its antebellum row homes, its Civil War history, beautiful waterfront, nearby beaches and scrumptious Low Country cooking. In addition to being a top travel destination, Charleston ... More info |
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San Antonio, TX
Built on the banks of its age-old river, San
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Wilmington, NCCharming, picturesque Wilmington, set along the Cape Fear River, was first settled in the early 18th century and played a major role in the Civil War. Today, its historic downtown offers quaint shops and attractions, including the USS North Carolina, a WWII-era battleship. Film and TV production are prominent in the area, and terrific beaches are not far from town – perfect for a quick dose of surf and sunshine. |
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Asheville, NCNestled into the Blue Ridge Mountains as if it were a misty figment rather than a stone-and-timber town, |
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