places to go in the last 17 weeks of 2015

This mountain range in northeastern Italy, believed to shelter some of the most beautiful mountain landscapes in the world, also happens to be a UNESCO World Heritage site.?Even if youre not an experienced climber, you can still explore the breathtaking scene on several?via Ferrata?(iron way), carved paths created during World War I. Be advised: base jumping and free climbers abound.

Its easy to fall in love with this?former capital?of the Ottoman Empire.?Both the history of the European side (Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque, Spice Market) and the trendy, up and coming Asian side (Istanbul Modern, the Karak?y district), ignites the soul with a sense of grandeur made all the more magnificent by the Bosphorus.?If youre looking to splurge, consider the?Four Seasons Bosphorus.?Trust us, its?hammam?(Turkish bath) and al fresco restaurant are worth the hefty nightly rate.

Planning a trip to the southernmost continent can seem like a daunting task. Seabourn makes it a little easier with its?Antarctica & Patagonia Experience?cruise. Expect five star interiors, sublime foods (Thomas Keller of French Laundry will be the chef de cuisine this fall), as well as plenty of opportunities to see those adorable and equally magnificent penguins. ?",3.jpg,Places to Go in the Last 17 Weeks of 2017 4200,Great Burkhan Khaldun Mountain Mongolia,UNESCO included this site in the Khentii mountain range in its 2015 class of World Heritage inductees. Go see what all the fuss is about. For Genghis Khan aficionados, this site is believed to be the place of the Great Khans birth and burial. While youre here, stay at the gorgeous Terelj Hotel in the capital city of Ulaanbaatar.

Lisbon?predates other modern European capitals like Rome by centuries, and it has diligently stewarded countless pieces of prized Roman architecture.?Take a hot air balloon ride in the gorgeous weather to survey them before making a pilgrimage to Hotel Da Estrela for its Michelin starred Eleven restaurant.

A helicopter ride provided by one of the top hotels in?Hong Kong, the?Peninsula, lets you soar over the tower studded skyline, while the arresting (and ridiculously cheap) street food will provide ample fuel for endless days and nights. Dont leave without trying cha siu bao (steamed buns filled with sweet and savory cha siu pork).

Home to the Worlds Fair this year,?Milans formidable historic past (Leonardo da Vincis The Last Supper is hidden away here) seamlessly melds into its commercial present.?Fuel up with one of the best breakfast buffets in the city at?Carlton Hotel Baglioni, the only hotel opening directly onto the cobbled fashion district of Milan, before spending absurd amounts of money on impeccable Italian fashion.

With sweeping views of?Central Park, enjoy drinks at The Roof at the?Viceroy?(if you ever wanted a taste of the insane singles scene in NYC, this is where it converges) before lingering over dinner at the lovely gastronomic?JUNI.?If money is no object, combine amazing views and food from the delicious Wayfarer at?the Quin.

More than 10 million Koreans live in the sprawling?capital city?known for its hyper connectivity and incredible food.?Indulge in a laundry list of superlatives, including one of the worlds largest metro systems and Koreas largest underground shopping area, COEX Mall.

Perched on the southernmost tip of Latin America, Argentina is a country filled with a rich culture currently most notable for its wine.?If youre a true oenophile, head to the?Vines of Mendoza, just one of 1,500 wineries in the Mendoza region. While youre at it, take some time to admire the Andes Mountains the winery sits at the base of the mountains and offers an unparalleled 180 degree view.

Buttressed by the Pacific Ocean and the Caribbean Sea, Costa Rica is an exquisite Latin American jewel. Stay at Nayara Hotel & Gardens, perennial winner of enough travel awards to fill one of the countrys many mystical caves. Connected to Arenal Volcano National Park by a simple 250 foot bridge, each of Nayara Springs 16 villas boasts their own plunge pool.