b'NatureWhen we take the time to admire the breathtaking beauty of our world, we feel good. Nature enhances our well-being, gives us a sense of balance and harmony, and opens an avenue to reset and feel rejuvenated. Rainbow across the desert in NamibRand Reserve, NamibiaNAMIBRAND NATURE RESERVE,NAMIBIANamibRand is the largest private nature conservation area in Africa. Located in southwestern Namibia, in the Namib Desert, its unique geography includes red dunes, yellow plains, and even mountains. If you mistakenly assume little survives in this harsh environment, youll be pleasantly surprised to find oryx (gemsbok), springbok, kudu, zebra and many carnivores like hyena, jackal, fox, and caracal. Over 100 reptile species and 150 bird species also live in this fascinating ecosystem, where a rainbow after a passing storm is sure to stop you in your tracks.MOUNT BROMO,INDONESIASunrise overAs the sun rises, it casts its warm glow on a Mt Bromo, Indonesia cluster of five volcanoes in Bromo Tengger Semeru National Park in East Java. In the photo, the very active Mount Semeru is the PHOTO: BLOODUA/ISTOCK.COM (MT BROMO)mountain in the distance, while Mount Bromo, with a caldera puffing out steam, is at the front left. An early morning hike to see this active volcano is an experience for many senses: you get an active workout, see the smoke, hear the rumbling, and even smell sulfurous fumes. Taking in the spectacular scenery, you can remind yourself that the gases emanating from volcanoes helped form Earths oceans and atmosphere. And that the belching molten rock arising from deep within created the land masses we live on.TRUE VOYAGES \x1a9'