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How an American Woman Conquered the 7 New Wonders of the World in Just 13 Days

Megan Sullivan faced unimaginable challenges in a single month: a 15-meter fall from a climbing wall in Yosemite National Park, a car accident, and a skin cancer diagnosis. Determined to live life to the fullest, she turned her lifelong dream into reality—visiting the seven New Wonders of the World: the Great Wall of China, Christ the Redeemer in Rio de Janeiro, Machu Picchu in Peru, the Colosseum in Italy, Petra in Jordan, Chichén Itzá in Mexico, and the Taj Mahal in India. She accomplished this epic feat in just 13 days, the maximum leave her employer would grant.

As a professional director and photographer, Megan captured stunning photos and video from her journey. The most common question she fielded upon return? How could she afford it? Her answer is refreshingly straightforward: "One misconception is that you need to be a billionaire like Bill Gates to travel the world... which is simply not true." After saving for four years, the trip cost her $6,300 (about €5,500)—remarkably affordable for such an ambitious adventure.

Who joined her? The man she'd been dating for just two weeks. For Megan, it was a smart test: "Thirteen days of non-stop travel equals five awkward months of flirting, figuring out if he's the one or a psychopath." Watch her breathtaking video and follow her on Instagram for these unforgettable moments.