The Davao River is famous for its 30 or so rapids spaced along a stretch of water that starts in the Baguio district’s highland areas and flows to the lowlands. It has become ‘the’ place to enjoy extreme white water rafting. There are a few picnic-perfect areas on its banks, too.

Berlin is a vast city with not one, but several centres that come in their distinct and varied flavours of cool. The fastest and most time efficient way to hit all the main attractions is to get on one of those hop-on hop-off buses. You can get a 24- or 48-hour ticket, as well as an option to upgrade to a river cruise boat. Buses run every 10–15 minutes. Of course, you get audio commentary in multiple languages, plus a kids' channel.

Experience the breathtaking beauty of Lake Tahoe from a whole new perspective with an unforgettable hot air balloon ride. Your adventure aboard the Tahoe Flyer—the world’s only U.S. Coast Guard-certified balloon launch and recovery vessel—begins just after sunrise when the calm morning weather offers the perfect conditions for flight. As you ascend from lake level, your knowledgeable pilot will guide you through stunning panoramic views, pointing out local landmarks. Soar over iconic spots like Emerald Bay, one of the most photographed locations in the U.S., as well as Fallen Leaf Lake, Cascade Lake, and the rugged beauty of Desolation Wilderness. On clear days, you can even catch a glimpse of Yosemite's peaks and the coastal foothills over 150 miles away.