Explore Each Destination — Travel

Editorial package on the Best of the World page of nationalgeographic.com

Stories: In 2027, See Luxor in a New Light — In addition to the total eclipse that will cast the ancient city in shadow, new hotels and other experiences offer fresh incentive to visit the sphinxes and temples on the banks of the Nile.; Why Authentic Maya Culture Still Thrives in Maya Ka’an — From floating down old trade canals to sharing meals with Maya families, visitors to Mexico's newest Community Tourism Destination can experience the Yucatán's ancient ways.; Why Madison, Wisconsin, a Capital Built Between Two Lakes, Belongs on Your 2027 List — The capital of Wisconsin has independent bookstores, great restaurants, and easy access to nature—not to mention a rabid college football culture.; Visit Kuélap, a Peruvian Archaeological Site a Millennium Older Than Machu Picchu — The remote region north of Lima is also a paradise for lovers of mummies, wildlife, and orchids.; Why Chengdu, Asia's First UNESCO City of Gastronomy, Is Worth the Trip in 2027 — The capital of Sichuan Province combines archaeological marvels, giant pandas, and fiery hotpot within a megacity hurtling headlong into the future.; In Vestland, Norway, Tap Into Nature at Its Most Elemental — From history and gastronomy in Bergen, the capital, to the stunning fjords and parks nearby, the region offers a panoply of Nordic pleasures in a small package.; How to Explore Gdańsk, Gdynia, and Sopot, the Three Cities on Poland's Baltic Coast — Together, Gdańsk, Sopot, and Gdynia pack an array of experiences—history, architecture, beaches—into a single, easily navigable package.; Beloved by Spaniards, Santander Is Becoming a Global Art Mecca — The easygoing beachfront city is getting a host of new and reborn museums.; In Salvador, Immerse Yourself in Afro-Brazilian Culture — The capital city of Bahia will host a particularly dynamic festival season in 2027.; What Makes Puerto Rico the Jewel of the Caribbean — From the cobblestone streets of Old San Juan to the rugged trails of the Cordillera Central, the island is so