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While each country in the world has amazing travel highlights, we’ve had the pleasure of visiting some of the most culturally- and historically-rich sites that Australia, China and the United States have to offer. The following are some of our favorites:

AUSTRALIA

Visit the famous Sydney Opera House, which has hosted a myriad of eclectic fine arts performances including modern and classical dance, symphonies and theater productions.

Experience what is commonly known as “the birthplace of modern-day Australia” — The Rocks precinct in Sydney is rich with Australian history.

Revel in the tranquil setting of the Royal Botanic Gardens, featuring unique architecture and plant life overlooking the city directly east of the Sydney Opera House.

Explore the Sydney Aquarium, where you’ll discover Australia’s native marine life, including an exhibit on the Great Barrier Reef.

Venture to the Taronga Zoo, which showcases Australia’s indigenous wildlife as well as the country’s conservation efforts to maintain protection for all species. 

CHINA

Stand in historic Tian’anmen Square, one of the biggest public squares in the world.

Visit the Forbidden City, which served as a Chinese imperial palace for nearly five centuries.

Step back in time and journey to the Great Wall of China to examine ancient architecture at its finest.

Navigate the Olympic Green, site of the 2008 Beijing Olympics, including the Beijing National Stadium, also known as the “Bird’s Nest” and the Beijing National Aquatics Center, or “Water Cube.”

Discover international diversity at the 2010 Shanghai World Expo, the theme of which is “Better City – Better Life.”

UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

WASHINGTON, D.C.

Visit the United States Capitol, the iconic center of America’s government.

See a variety of original artifacts at the National Air and Space Museum dedicated to the history of flight and space travel.

Explore the National Museum of American History and get an in-depth look at influential people and events responsible for the foundation of the United States of America.

Behold the Lincoln Memorial, dedicated in 1922 to pay homage to Abraham Lincoln, America’s 16th president.

Experience the poignant display of names on the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in tribute to Americans who lost their lives in the Vietnam War.

NEW YORK CITY

Take a walk among the stars on Broadway, also known as the “Great White Way,” where theatrical history abounds.

See various wild animals at the famed Central Park Zoo, such as snow leopards, polar bears and sea lions.

Step foot in Times Square, one of the world’s most famous intersections commonly known as the “Crossroads of the World.”

Witness the historic Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island, representing freedom and democracy in the United States of America.

Take in the best view of New York City atop the Empire State Building’s observatory.