Peru is home to countless natural and man-made wonders. While the crowds usually head to the Amazon Basin towards Machu Picchu, there's another marvel in the south where time stands still: Lake Titicaca. Standing 12,500 feet above sea level, this body of water is the largest freshwater lake on the continent and the highest navigable lake on the planet. Even more fascinating, there's an indigenous group who has lived there on man-made islands for hundreds of years. This stroke of genius emerged back in the 1400s, when tensions mounted in the nearby Incan empire. In response, the Uros fled their villages on land and constructed artificial islands made of reeds to live on the lake in peace. Today, there are 120 floating islands for an idyllic lakeside getaway.

There's luxury, and then there's Laucala. One look at the photos of COMO Laucala Island in Fiji and you'll instantly understand why it's a well-known retreat for celebrities like George Clooney, Ludacris, Cindy Crawford, Miranda Kerr, Tony Hawk, Elle McPherson, Gayle King, and Oprah Winfrey, who once booked out the entire island. From the moment your private plane touches down on the tarmac to the last sunset dinner on an empty white-sand beach, Laucala offers tranquility and privacy for couples, families, and A-listers alike.

If you've ever yearned for a golden ticket in the timeless classic "Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory," this might just be the next best thing. In honor of the film "Wonka" starring Timothée Chalamet, guests can stay at two candy-inspired hotel suites for the rock-bottom price of $12.15, a nod to the film's release date of December 15. The Wonka Suites, as they've been nicknamed, are located at the Park Lane New York and the Viceroy Santa Monica. The lavish, candy-filled suites come with a pair of movie tickets, access to Wonka-themed activities, and, of course, a mountain of sweets to tuck into.