Thank you Herwig!
Longmen Grottoes
The Longmen Grottoes, located on bothsides of the Yi River to the south of the ancient capital of Luoyang, Henan province, comprise more than 2,300 caves and niches carved into the steep limestone cliffs over a 1km long stretch. They contain the largest and most impressive collection of Chinese art of the late Northern Wei and Tang Dynasties (316-907). These works, entirely devoted to the Buddhist religion, represent the high point of Chinese stone carving.These contain almost 110,000 Buddhist stone statues, more than 60 stupas and 2,800 inscriptions carved on steles.
Unesco: Longmen Grottoes
RR: 10 Countries RR
Date: Sept 8
Coast guard memorial chapel
October 09, 2026
The Coast Guard Academy was established on the banks of the Thames River in New London, Connecticut in 1932. At over 100 acres of land, the campus is home to a variety of historic buildings and landmarks, many of which reflect traditional New England architecture. Its chapel was erected in the early 1950s. It stands as a profound monument dedicated to the heroic and valiant members of the U.S. Coast Guard who have sacrificed their lives in the line of duty during times of both peace and war. The most iconic feature of the chapel's classic New England brick architecture is its towering steeple, which houses a fully functional, lighthouse-style light. Modeled after traditional pier-head lanterns historically used on the Great Lakes, the lantern rotates at night and serves as a visible physical beacon for miles along both the highway and water approaches to New London.
RR: 10 Countries RR (20)
Date: Sept 22
Wutachschlucht
The Wutachschlucht (Wutach Gorge) is the largest canyon in Germany, stretching over 33 kilometers through the Southern Black Forest Nature Park in Baden-Württemberg. Known as an adventure paradise for hikers, this dramatic river valley plunges between 60 and 170 meters deep, carving out a landscape filled with roaring waterfalls, rugged limestone cliffs, and diverse geological layers.
RR: 10 Countries RR (20)
Date: Sept 14
Roman Baths
The Roman Baths in Bath, Somerset, are among the most remarkably preserved ancient Roman spas in the world. Constructed around a natural thermal spring between 60 and 70 AD, the complex served as a social, religious, and healing hub known to the Romans as Aquae Sulis. Today, it stands as an iconic landmark where you can walk along the original 2,000-year-old pavements and admire the steaming, mineral-rich waters. The Roman Baths are preserved in four main features: the Sacred Spring, the Roman Temple, the Roman Bath House, and a museum which holds artefacts from Aquae Sulis.
Unesco: City of Bath
RR: 10 Countries RR (20)
Date: Oct 3
Alsace
Alsace is a historical region in northeastern France. Nestled between the Vosges Mountains and the Rhine River, it is world-renowned for its half-timbered villages, vibrant wine culture, and historic castles. Its capital, Strasbourg, is centered on the Ill River’s Grand Île island, bordered by canals and home to the Gothic Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Strasbourg, with its animated astronomical clock.
RR: 10 Countries RR (20)
Date: Sept 17
Gjakova
is a vibrant city located in southwestern Kosovo, situated midway between Peja and Prizren. Surrounded by the scenic Highlands of Gjakova and the Albanian Alps, it serves as a prominent cultural, educational, and historical hub in western Kosovo. Gjakova is most famous for housing the Grand Bazaar, which is the oldest and longest traditional bazaar in Kosovo. Spanning roughly one kilometer, this historic trade hub remains the cultural beating heart of the city. Beyond its massive marketplace, Gjakova is highly regarded across the Balkans for its deep-rooted heritage of traditional craftsmanship, distinctive Ottoman architecture, and its rich contribution to Albanian culture and education.
Thank you Lara!
Date: Sept 13
Quokka
September 24, 2026
You can see quokkas in the wild on Rottnest Island, located just off the coast of Perth, or up-close at the Perth Zoo. Rottnest Island has the largest wild quokka population in the world and is the most famous place to see them.
Tag: Offer tag
Date: August 2
Notre-Dame
The Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris is a medieval Catholic cathedral located on the Île de la Cité in the 4th arrondissement of Paris. Following a devastating fire in April 2019, the cathedral underwent a massive restoration and officially reopened to the public in December 2024. It is renowned for its stunning French Gothic architecture, its breathtaking stained glass windows, elaborate stone carvings, and soaring spires, which reach heights of over 100 meters.
Unesco: Paris, Banks of the Seine
A souvenir from a day in Paris
Date: Sept 14
Date: Sept 14
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