Before you climb up on that bungee platform or stop on those scuba tanks, ask yourself whether you're covered by insurance should something go wrong.  Unfortunately, the answer is probably "no."

Seekers of the sun have gravitated to this village on the French Riviera. A century ago, an American couple invested the "summer" season.

The citizens of San Marino look down on their neighbors. Situated on Mount Titano single peak surrounded entirely by Italy, the country is so steep, it is literally possible to fall off.

For centuries, the vast woodlands of Maine have attracted visitors craving the experience of being in an expansive wilderness, among them Henry David Thoreau.

Entrance to the world's great museums can be costly on a per person basis. Fortunately, many cities have programs to help ease the expense for tourists.

St 19,335 feet, Uhruhu Peak is Africa's acme, the summit of a great volcanic massif that the world knows as Kilimanjaro.

There's a saying in Japan: " Who climbs Mt. Fuji once is wise; who climbs it twice is a fool.

Sweeping panoramas always capture a traveler's attention.  Here's a selection of natural highs.

Most places boast at least one great panorama.  Though generally well populated by tourists, these views are almost always worth a visit.

The Andes boast a slew of fine ski resorts, and air service to South America has improved.