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After more than a year of stay-at-home orders and quarantines—and just in time for the holidays—National Geographic is bringing back wanderlust with the release of a new photography-driven book: 1,000 Perfect Weekends.

Whether you are interested in discovering a new destination or revisiting a familiar location, everyone can agree that it is time again to spark your curiosity to explore.

With innovative travel ideas and alluring images, 1,000 Perfect Weekends features a thousand dream escapes, from sunny beach retreats and small-town charmers to mountain getaways and off-the-grid spots, as well as adventures for adrenaline junkies and those looking for a little R&R, from over 40 countries around the world. This inspiring book offers readers the perfect guide to spending 36 to 72 hours in the dreamiest destinations, whether they’re seeking a quick weekend escape or tacking on an extension to their longer getaways. Led by Senior Editor Allyson Johnson, and with the support of countless other contributors, the book offers a notable 19 years’ worth of weekend exploration.