Nothing says summer fun like carnival games, rollercoasters and waterslides.

Matt’s story starts in the mountains of Bulgaria, with a jaunt in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, to where he is today.

The northernmost and fourth-largest island in the Hawaiian chain, Kauai is lined with impressive mountains, lush valleys and jagged cliffs.

From sustainability initiatives to seclusion in the mountainside, discover lodging options that appeal to each traveler’s unique taste.