Unforgettable Experiences for

Some experiences end up on nearly every traveler’s wish list, like a visit to the Pyramids of Giza or a swim with sea lions in the Galápagos Islands. Other adventures, though lesser-known, are no less spectacular—and often made more special by their rarity. Designed with our most seasoned travelers in mind, these unique and immersive experiences open a whole new world of discovery.

Transit the Panama Canal

Experience one of mankind’s most incredible engineering feats, taking in day and nighttime views of the intricate lock systems that have been shuttling ships between the Atlantic and Pacific since 1914.

Browse Panama expeditions (pgs. 64-67)

Sail Coastal Croatia on a Three-Masted Ship

Skim the Adriatic’s gem-like waters aboard the elegant tall ship Sea Cloud II, and discover lesser-known UNESCO World Heritage sites, like Diocletian’s Palace in Split and the historic walled town of Trogir.

Browse Croatia expeditions (pgs. 88-89)

See Angkor Wat at Sunrise

Spend two days exploring the intricate temples and bas relief carvings of Angkor’s ancient center—an experience that culminates at sunrise beneath the iconic Angkor Wat temple, draped in silhouette and framed by a sherbert-shaded sky. Browse Cambodia & Vietnam expedition (pg. 40)

Venture Above the Arctic Circle

Gaze at a horizon blanketed in sea ice while voyaging across the top of the globe, and join our skilled spotters in seeking out the region’s mythic creatures, including elusive narwhals and the mighty polar bear. Browse Arctic expeditions (pgs. 104-118)