The quaint colonial city of Oaxaca is thoughtfully preserved and full of tradition. Its rich history, cultural heritage and terrific indigenous cuisine make it the perfect destination for a visit, as does its proximity to nearby villages full of artisans fashioning unique crafts.

Cities like Mexico City are amazing not so much for what they are today, but rather for what lies beneath them. The city is built on the ruins of an empire yet it bustles with such activity that it barely seems to acknowledge its own fascinating, yet tragic, history.

While New York, Las Vegas, Los Angeles, Chicago and San Francisco usually top the lists of American cities to visit, Seattle rarely makes the cut. However this booming modern city is a great place to visit, whether for its sights, proximity to nature or the excellent food and wine.