If you're looking for some time away as a couple or with family and friends at an idyllic beach destination, look no further than Punta Cana's resorts in the tropical Dominican Republic. Not only will you enjoy the scenic Caribbean location – toes in the sand, drink in hand, watching the sunset.

Or, if you want an adults-only all-inclusive resort you won't have to worry about screaming kids or having to take out your credit card every time you need to pay for something.

Alaska cruise itineraries allow you to experience thrilling glacier tours, watch whales dive through icy waters and embark on scenic hikes through lush rainforests (yes, rainforests). Juneau is a paradise for shoppers, seafood lovers and nature enthusiasts. Other towns, like Ketchikan, Skagway and Sitka offer activities ranging from Yukon-bound train rides flanked by stunning mountain scenery to intimate encounters with Alaska's Indigenous communities. Elsewhere, kayak among icebergs in Tracy Arm Fjord and gape at still-advancing Hubbard Glacier's dramatic calving.

Experience the magic of medieval cities and majestic châteaus from the streets of Paris to the peak of Mont-Saint-Michel.

Visit a historic estate cider farm for a guide tour of the orchards, processing workshops and calvados cellar.

Touch, taste, and hear the history of World War II and D-Day at a hands-on activity featuring real GI equipment, uniforms, and rations.

Explore the Château de Chenonceau, where a winding hedge maze awaits intrepid puzzle-solvers.