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Plitvice Lakes National Park

Travertine cascades on the Korana River, Plitvice Lakes National Park, Croatia
Travertine cascades on the Korana River, Plitvice Lakes National Park, Croatia

The mesmerizing waterfalls at Plitvice Lakes National Park are renowned for their unique colors, ranging from azure to green and blue. The waters are fed from underground Karst formations, and the colors change constantly throughout the day depending on the quantity of minerals and organisms in the water and the angle of sunlight.

Delicate travertine dams separate the 16 lakes that are visible on the surface, creating a unique ecosystem between each body of water. Formed as plants and bacteria in the water interact with the air, these barriers grow at a rate of 1 centimeter a year and continue to shape and form the myriad cascades the park is famous for.

Established in 1949, Plitvice Lakes is one of the oldest national parks in Europe and was designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1979. Croatia is a beautiful country with a rich and colorful past, and as one of the newest members of the European Union its friendly atmosphere and gorgeous scenery make this an ideal addition to any European adventure.

 

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The Magic Sands

The Magic Sands. Sunset over the Na Pali Coast from Ke'e Beach, Haena State Park, Kauai, Hawaii
Sunset over the Na Pali Coast from Ke’e Beach, Haena State Park, Kauai, Hawaii

The north shore of Kauai has long been the stuff of lore. From children’s songs like Puff the Magic Dragon to movies including South Pacific, King Kong and Jurassic Park, the backdrop of lush spires and sun-drenched sands on the aptly named Garden Isle leaves a lasting impression on anyone who visits.

From the village of Hanalei to the end of the road at Ke’e Beach the views are spectacular and easily accessible. At road’s end, the famed Kalalau Trail begins this classic trek that hugs the cliffs and wanders the verdant valleys along the dramatic Na Pali Coast for 11 challenging miles to Kalalau Beach.

Whether you’re looking to get away from it all in a remote tropical valley you can call your own, or simply want to experience a sunset like no other with your toes in the sand, you’re sure to find your little piece of paradise at the end of the road on Kauai’s north shore.

 

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International Women’s Day

International Women's Day. Climber on the summit of Tenaya Peak, Yosemite National Park, California USA (© Russ Bishop/www.russbishop.com)
Climber on the summit of Tenaya Peak, Yosemite National Park, California

March 8th is International Women’s Day!

Celebrating all the ladies out there today – the mothers, daughters, sisters, partners, friends. Your achievements in the social, economic, cultural, and political realms around the world are a powerful force.
You are strong and agile, and you add beauty and grace to this often chaotic world. At home and on the trail your compass keeps us balanced – and you deserve equality in the workplace as in life.
 
Enjoy your day!

 

 

 

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