The Pyramids of Giza and the Great Sphinx are an ancient necropolis on the west bank of the Nile (near Cairo, Egypt), built in the 26th–23rd centuries BC by the pharaohs of the Fourth Dynasty (Khufu, Khafre, and Menkaure). The complex includes three great pyramids and a monolithic Sphinx with the body of a lion and the face of a man, likely depicting Khafre, who guards the tombs. The Great Sphinx on the west bank of the Nile at Giza is the oldest surviving monumental sculpture on Earth. Carved f

There’s just something magical about al fresco dining around the beautiful Monterey Bay — ocean breezes, unforgettable views, and amazing local flavors. Some of my favorite spots to soak it all in include Schooners Monterey along the waterfront on Cannery Row, enjoying coastal vibes at Salt Wood Kitchen and Oysterette while looking out toward the beautiful sand dunes, and dining at Woodward Marine Market in Moss Landing where you might catch playful seals, sea lions, and otters right outside whi