Travel insights and tips on some of the top attractions and best cities in the world

One of the oldest zoos in the United States, Seattle’s Woodland Park Zoo spans almost 100 acres of pure animal enjoyment. Since 1899, it has delighted guests with over 1,000 animals that originate from all different habitats and geographic locations. Nestled in Woodland Park, this iconic destination is only a few miles from Ballard Locks (Hiram H. Chittenden Locks), another of Seattle's top places to visit.

It's mind-boggling to consider that 71% of the Earth's surface is covered in water. Now, just imagine the variety and number of creatures thriving in the mysterious blue oceans, rivers, and lakes of this planet. Well, you don't have to leave everything to the imagination. In fact, you can see for yourself the magnificent beauty the water has to offer at the historic and renowned Shedd Aquarium in Chicago, Illinois.

Philadelphia isn't just a city of historic landmarks and cobblestone streets — it's a place where legends come to life. Ghosts are rumored to roam historic homes, secret tunnels may (or may not) hide beneath the streets, and some say the Liberty Bell's famous crack comes with a tale far stranger than the official story.

The Denver Art Museum houses one of the most comprehensive collections of Indigenous art in North America. With over 18,000 pieces representing more than 250 Indigenous nations, the museum stands at the forefront of preserving and celebrating Native American artistic traditions. The collection spans centuries, from ancient artifacts to contemporary installations, offering you an immersive journey through Indigenous people's creative expression.

MoMA, with its extensive assortment of architecture and design works, 300,000-plus book library, and 30,000-strong film collection, is truly something to behold and is well worth a visit.

If admiring miniature 13-inch, three-pound penguins, a glowering hammerhead shark, and some very friendly hippos sounds like fun, head over to the Adventure Aquarium in Camden to spend a few hours amongst these and other aquatic residents. Adventure Aquarium is bursting with sea life from around the world in extravagant exhibits and massive glass tanks.