Best places to travel in 2016

The tomb of Cyrus II of Persia, known as Cyrus the Great, near the city of Shiraz. Iran was a major destination before the revolution of 1979. Now intrepid travelers are rediscovering the cosmopolitan capital of Tehran and the history of the country.

Remarkable Rocks on Kangaroo Island in Tasmania. With the Museum of Old and New Art opening and many beautiful things to see, Tasmania is a great place for your next trip.

People gather around Svetitskhoveli Cathedral during a religious service in Mtskheta, near Tbilisi, Georgia. Wine is believed to have been created in Georgia, making it a prime location for wine lovers and wine tours.

Boats compete in the Castillo del Morro race in Havana. With the U.S. announcement of loosened travel restrictions to Cuba, now is the perfect time to visit.

A private home rental on the Pacific coast of Costa Rica, above Tamarindo. New luxury hotels have opened up all over this lush paradise.

This government building in Casablanca was designed by French architect Marius Boyer between 1928 and 1936. The city was immortalized in the namesake 1942 film, and it offers luxury restaurants and hotels.

The Metropolitan Cathedral of the Assumption of Virgin Mary is in Palermo, the capital of both the autonomous region of Sicily and the province of Palermo. Ancient Greek ruins, endless coastlines and wine are a few of the things that bring people to the city.

A runner jogs in view of downtown Seattle. Streetcar and rail systems offer easy access to restaurants, art schools, bars, movie theaters and more.

The Adelaide Entertainment Centre is lit up blue in Adelaide, Australia. Adelaide is also home to a big music festival in March and delicious food from talented chefs.