Travel: Explore beautiful destinations in need of travelers, see masked dancers who ward off evil spirits, and dare to visit a volcanic hot spot

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Explore beautiful destinations in need of travelers, see masked dancers who ward off evil spirits, and go for the gold at the first Olympic stadium

|      REVITALIZING BEAUTY     | Rocked by Natural Disasters, These Destinations Are Now Ready For Tourists From hurricanes to mudslides and earthquakes, natural disasters seemed to be on the rise last year. These six destinations remain beautiful and resilient. GO NOW SHARE

|      CULTURAL RITUALS     | Surreal Pictures Show Bulgaria’s Masked Dancers Warding Off Evil Spirits SHARE

GO FURTHER Blend fun, hands-on exploration, and meaningful cultural encounters on a once-in-a-lifetime journey. ›› Introduce your family to the magic of travel on trips that combine learning, discovery, and fun. ››

|    THE OG OLYMPICS    | This All-Marble Stadium Hosted the First Modern Olympics Visit the Panathenaic Stadium that sets ancient tradition in stone. GO FOR THE GOLD |  UNESCO WORLD HERITAGE SITE  | This Colonial City Is in a Volcanic Hot Spot Antigua hosts a colorful collection of well-preserved churches and ruins dating back to the 16th century. DARE TO EXPLORE

|     1:08    |     DELICIOUS DISHES    | Vietnamese Food You Must Try Take your food exploration one step further by trying these new meals. WATCH NOW SHARE

|      PRO ADVICE     | 5 Tips for Taking Photos on Safari Getting the perfect shot isn’t just about luck—you can improve your odds significantly with some careful planning. BE PATIENT SHARE

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