Add to your personal list of must-see destinations with this exceptional collection of locales, from the familiar to the far-flung. The World Almanac Places to Go Before You Can't gathers gorgeous photography and local details about some of the world's greatest, most eye-popping sites. Gain a new perspective on attractions closer to home, from North Carolina's Outer Banks to Yosemite's ancient sequoias and stunning waterfalls. Or complete your bucket list a little further afield, whether you're drawn to the Great Barrier Reef or the Galapagos.

With an emphasis on experiencing all you can before these places disappear or change forever, this guide tempts curious travelers of all types to begin making travel plans tomorrow. Hundreds of enticing color images are complemented by expert advice on where to go, when to travel, and how to make the most of the experience while respecting these ever-changing sites and their caretakers.