Portland earned its CNN-recognized title of "home to the world's best street food" thanks to a unique phenomenon: the "food cart pods." These clusters of food trucks and stalls, which enjoy semi-permanent locations and often feature shared dining areas with tables and seats, offer a diverse array of cuisines. With several hundred food carts, you can find everything from classic Americana burgers to Korean-style tacos. Notable food cart pods include those on Fifth and Third Avenues in downtown Portland, as well as the Portland State University campus. Other popular pods are Cartopia and Cartlandia in Southeast Portland, Prost Marketplace in the Northeast, and Killingsworth Station, among several others.

Located about 35 kilometres east of Dakar, this small part of the botanical reserve of Noflaye is home to 11 species of tortoises. It is a research institute, as well as a facility that protects these endangered species and releases young tortoises into the wild.

The Mosque of the Divinity outside of Dakar fuses modernism and traditional Islamic architecture. Its two towers serve as ideal lookout points over the vast ocean waters surrounding Senegal. Despite its appeal to tourists, the mosque also remains a revered pilgrimage site. For an even more impressive panorama, explore the cliffs near the mosque.

Strikes & Spares is the kind of place where you can easily lose track of time—in the best way. Whether you're dodging in bumper cars, racing go-karts, knocking down pins, or playing a round of black-light mini golf, there’s something for everyone. The arcade is packed with games for a little friendly competition, and if you’re into pool, there are billiard tables, too.