File - A rendering of a new attraction called Race Through New York Starring Jimmy Fallon. The new attraction is themed on a wild ride through New York City racing against the TV host. It is scheduled to open at the theme park in 2017. Photo: NBCUniversal via AP

Where should you travel in 2017? Maybe you want to witness the US solar eclipse, take advantage of great exchange rates abroad or get in on the hoopla for big anniversaries in places like Alaska, Germany, Canada or Finland. Perhaps you're looking for a Zika-free beach or a destination unscathed by terrorism.

Events and Anniversaries

File - A rendering of a new attraction called Race Through New York Starring Jimmy Fallon. The new attraction is themed on a wild ride through New York City racing against the TV host. It is scheduled to open at the theme park in 2017. Photo: NBCUniversal via AP

Guests visiting Disneyland in California and Disney World in Florida can now meet Moana, star of the new Disney film. But the biggest 2017 news from Disney parks is the summer opening of a new land at Animal Kingdom in Florida called Pandora —The World of AVATAR, inspired by the movie "Avatar." Pandora will include a multisensory ride called Flight of Passage and a water ride.

Fans of the classic Twilight Zone Tower of Terror attraction at Disney California Adventure park can stop mourning its January 2 closing. It will be replaced next summer by Guardians of the Galaxy — Mission: BREAKOUT! with freefall and other ride experiences.

Universal Orlando Resort opens Volcano Bay water park early next summer, featuring an innovative water ride called the Krakatau Aqua Coaster. Volcano Bay visitors will also use new wearable technology that allows them to wait in line virtually. In the spring, Universal opens a hilarious new ride themed on a wild race through New York City against Jimmy Fallon.