These lush getaways offer soothing natural beauty with a side of serious adventure.
There’s a reason green getaways leave us tranquil and refreshed.
Find calm between lakes and waterfalls in Croatia.
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Seek serenity in the wild rain forests of Africa.
Here are 10 of the greenest places on Earth that pair calm and tranquility with unforgettable adventures.
The area has a variety of ecosystems, from lowland rain forests to mangrove swamps.
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Tegallalang’s traditional terraced structure is a millennia-old irrigation strategy.
The verdant layers offer unique vantage points across the patchwork of rice fields and jungle.
This green region, a UNESCO World Heritage site, is one of Italy’s main agricultural hubs.
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You’ll find vineyards, olive groves, and the signature cypress-tree-framed streets throughout its idyllic landscape.
Don’t miss Val d’Orcia’swine trailto pair greens with Italy’s signature tasty reds.
Maya Mountains, Belize
The Maya Mountains stretch 70 miles across southern Belize into Guatemala.
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This range is a stark change from thebright bluesof Belize’s coastline.
Beeches, firs, and spruces frame the park’s signature waterfalls and 16 lakes.
Local wildlife, from boars to rare birds, love these lush vistas as much as tourists.
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Plitvice’s famed lakes even turn hues of emerald, depending on the light.
Visitors can admire gorillas, chimpanzees, bonobos, and forest elephants in the Congo Basin.
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