While Kauai has a plethora of impressive waterfalls, Wailua Falls is one of its most recognizable. Having been featured in the opening sequences of the Fantasy Island television series, Wailua Falls is a popular site. The falls are also easily accessible.

The Jackson Hole History Museum offers a window into Jackson Hole’s rich heritage and diverse cultures. Operated by the Jackson Hole Historical Society, the museum includes a Research Library and an impressive collection of local artifacts. Exhibits explore topics such as the Indigenous cultures of the Greater Yellowstone area, the history of early settlers, and the regional traditions of hunting and survival.

In 620 AD, in the company of an angel, the prophet Mohamad took a night journey to Heaven: called Mi'raj, this episode is a key point in the Islamic tradition. Located on top of the Noble Sanctuary upland, the Dome protects the rock where this journey started. On the same rock, thousands of years before, the biblical patriarch Abraham had allegedly tried to sacrifice his son Isaac, before God told him to stop. The Dome is, according to some, the oldest existing Islamic building, and a holy place of immense importance. Byzantine artisans built it between 687 and 691, and today its golden top stands out against the cityscape. Non-Muslim visitors cannot enter the Dome, but its elegant architecture is definitely worth taking a look at.

The Museum of the Mountain Man in Pinedale provides a deep dive into the history of the Rocky Mountain fur trade and the rugged lives of the mountain men who played a key role in shaping the American West during the 19th century. The museum houses a wide range of exhibits, from artifacts such as Jim Bridger’s rifle to archaeological finds from Fort Bonneville. It also hosts annual events like Living History Days and the Green River Rendezvous, bringing the era to life through reenactments and educational programs.