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Xian, China

Many centuries old traditions are celebrated through dance and theater. The elegance, the art and athleticism is beautiful to behold.

Embera Tribe Beauties -- Panama

The Embera are one of the indigenous people of Panama. They live in the Darien region in traditional villages deep in the rain forest. Truly beautiful people in many ways, they are devoted to sustaining a simple way of life celebrating the earth.

Painted Rocks At the Shore -- Big Sur, CA

17-Mile Drive/Pebble Beach is one of California's most spectacular coastlines ... gnarly old oaks, weathered ancient rocks and cliffs...and of course it's specialty, some of the most enchanting sunsets on earth.

Xian Terracotta Soldiers

Excavated from a hillside just outside of Xian, China, the exhibit of The Terracotta Warriors and Horses is a fascinating collection of terracotta sculptures depicting the armies of Qin Shi Huang, the first Emperor of China. Apart from the astounding vast numbers of soldiers is the fact that each is life size and is eerily unique in facial features, expressions, hair styles and clothing.

Kuna Yala, Panama

Kuna Yala/San Blas Islands, Panama. Remote and peaceful even amid the strong currents that swirl through the islands. Home to the Kuna Tribe of Panama

Night Market, Xian, China

A bouquet of spicy and aromatic scents drift through the busy night market of old Xian, street vendors eagerly enticing potential clients with their wares, food and drink.

Shanghai Antique Market

A must see for many tourists to Shanghai, the Dongtai Road Antique Market sells an amazing display of items, ranging from jade, to bird cages, writing brushes, paintings, bronze wares, ancient coins, bamboo wares, old-style fans, silk fabric, clothes, accessories, and sculptures.

Balloon Flight Fancy--Scottsdale, AZ

Taking to the sky for a bird's eye view of the desert is one of the best ways to explore Scottsdale/Phoenix, AZ. Floating silently over ancient stands of a giant Saguaro cactus is a beautiful experience, sightings of coyote, bobcats, the elusive roadrunner, deer, and Javelena ... and the magic of the desert in bloom in spring are just a few of the special bonuses on any given hot air balloon flight in Phoenix, Arizona! The view looking up is pretty awesome too.