Long a forbidden land, Libya has been off the beaten path of most travelers until only recently. From the ancient crossroads of many civilizations to the surprisingly modern capital of Tripoli, Libya is one of the hidden gems of the Mediterranean world. Visit Greek and Roman ruins, some of the most magnificently preserved in all the reaches of the ancient empires, and seize the opportunity to visit the crown jewel of the Saharan Desert, the oasis of Ghadames. On the trip of a lifetime, find out for yourself what so many have been missing.