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1. Antarctica

Set foot on the Antarctic Peninsula, more than 745 miles from the southern tip of South America, and become immersed in a surreal world of icebergs and hardy wildlife. Discover the White Continent on the 20-day Antarctica, South Georgia & the Falkland Islands, which departs on board the all-balcony expedition cruiser 'Le Boreal' (from $13,435).

 

2. Desolation Canyon, Utah

At more than 5,000 feet from river to canyon rim, Desolation Canyon is deeper than the Grand Canyon. Explore the river at its base by whitewater raft, and savor a delicious evening meal and a comfortable night's sleep under the stars. Experience this colossal canyon on the six-day Majestic Canyons River Rafting (from $2,100).

 

3. Galápagos Islands

The inspiration for Charles Darwin's The Origin of Species, this archipelago — located 600 miles off Ecuador's coast — is home to an extraordinary array of wildlife, including giant tortoise, marine iguana and penguin. The 11-day Wonders of the Galápagos program includes a seven-night adventure cruise on board MV 'Eclipse' (from $7,162).

 

4. Kakadu National Park, Northern Territories, Australia

Embark on an airboat expedition through the Mary River floodplain or a Land Cruiser safari into Kakadu, a UNESCO World Heritage Site listed for its culture and unique biodiversity. In the evening, retire to the elegant suites of Bamurru Plains, located the park's western border. Stay three nights in October 2010 and receive a complimentary one-way helicopter transfer from Darwin. Visit on a Tailor Made journey (from $930 per person, two-night minimum).

 

5. Los Glaciares, Argentina

Journey to the vast steppes of Patagonia, where ice shelves and glaciers give way to forests and remote plains. Ride across the pampas to find flamingo in a turquoise lagoon, hike on glaciers or relax in the sauna of the luxurious Eolo Lodge in El Calafate. Visit on a Tailor Made journey (starting at $850 a day).

 

6. South Luangwa National Park, Zambia

This is wild Africa at its finest: the Zambezi River and the ox bow lagoons, both inside the park, boast some of the largest concentrations of wildlife in the continent. In the 12-day Wings Over Zambia safari (from $5,995), lodge in a luxury tented pavilion at Sanctuary Puku Ridge.

 

7. The Road to Mandalay, Myanmar

Travel back in time along the Ayeyarwady River on board the 'Road to Mandalay' river cruiser, and discover this beguilingly beautiful and mysterious region. Experience Myanmar's inspiring spirituality and old-world charm on the 13-day Memories of Myanmar (from $8,440).

 

8. The Sahara, Morocco

There is no better place to dream under star-studded skies than in the midst of the Erg Chebbi sand dunes fringing the Sahara, 400 miles from Marrakech. Overnight at Abercrombie & Kent's exclusive desert camp, sleeping in handcrafted caidale-style tents. Set out on your desert escape on the 12-day Splendors of Morocco (from $5,810).

 

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For more information on these featured destinations, contact your travel professional or call an A&K destination specialist at 800 554 7016.