Join a full-day adventure from New Orleans which combines a boat ride through Louisiana’s swamp with a tour of a southern plantation. Begin your journey at Oak Alley Plantation, where you’ll stroll down the iconic tree-lined esplanade and gain insight into antebellum life, or explore Destrehan Plantation, once a leading producer of sugar and indigo. Afterwards, venture into the marshy swampland for an exciting boat ride, where guided commentary will enhance your experience as you spot gators, raccoons, snakes, and native birds in their natural habitat.

Palm Beach Gardens is the ultimate destination for global fashion stores and delicious restaurants. Swing by the luxurious Gardens Mall for upscale boutiques or try the open-air centers of Midtown, Downtown at the Gardens and PGA Commons. The Gardens hosts Cognizant Classic (formerly The Honda Classic) gold championship, drawing many of the world’s top PGA Tour players.

You can’t really miss it—Florence’s cathedral (Cattedrale di Santa Maria del Fiore) dominates the skyline with that massive red-brick dome. Construction began in the 13th century and continued for nearly 150 years, which is evident in the diverse styles. The outside is covered in pink, green and white marble—oddly beautiful up close. Inside, check out Vasari’s Last Judgment fresco under the dome. If you’re up for the climb (and it is quite a climb), the view from the top is worth the leg burn.