Ahangama is a coastal town in Sri Lanka’s Southern Province, situated between Galle and Weligama along a shoreline of sandy bays, rocky reefs, and coconut palms. The town has traditionally been connected with fishing, while surfing has become an important part of its modern identity. Kabalana Beach is one of the area’s best-known surf locations, with reef breaks attracting experienced surfers as well as surf schools catering to learners.
Colca Canyon, located in southern Peru’s Arequipa region, is one of the deepest canyons in the world, twice as deep as the Grand Canyon in some areas. What makes it stand out even more is how human settlements have coexisted with the landscape for centuries. Along its walls, pre-Inca agricultural terraces still hold crops like corn and quinoa. One of the main draws of the canyon is the opportunity to see Andean condors in flight.
L'Anse aux Meadows is a coastal settlement and archaeological site at the northern tip of Newfoundland's Great Northern Peninsula. The surrounding landscape consists of low coastal terrain, peat bogs, rocky shorelines, and exposed areas overlooking the Strait of Belle Isle. The area is best known for its Norse archaeological remains, which provide the earliest confirmed evidence of European presence in North America.
Ankazobe is a rural town in central Madagascar, located in the Analamanga region northwest of Antananarivo. The surrounding landscape consists of rolling highlands, open grasslands, rice fields, and scattered areas of forest. Its elevated setting gives the area a cooler climate than much of the island's lowland regions. Ankazobe is also part of a broader agricultural zone where farming and livestock keeping shape the countryside.
The Loyalty Islands, an enchanting archipelago in New Caledonia, provide an unforgettable escape for travelers looking to experience an unspoiled side of the Pacific.
St. Julians was originally a tiny fishing village, built round a small bay. It has retained most of its charm, thanks to some sympathetic restoration. Overlooking the bay is Spinola Palace, built in 1688. Today St Julians provides some of the best restaurants, like the San Giuliano and Barracuda, overlooking the Bay, popular with locals and visitors alike. It gets quite busy over the weekends and during the peak season, making parking a problem. However, public transport is frequent and nearby Paceville and St George's Bay within walking distance. The Westin Dragonara Resort, Malta, is also located on a peninsula in St. Julians, Malta's premier tourist destination.
Other Popular Destinations in Malta
Valleta
Malta’s ornate and vibrant capital, Valletta, dazzles travelers with its abundance of historical landmarks and striking architecture. This island jewel off the coast of Italy remains a popular destination for Mediterranean cruises. From central St. George’s Square, to sixteenth-century Casa Rocca Piccola, to the Siege Bell War Memorial, Valletta has no shortage of monuments detailing the city’s long history.
Gozo Island
Gozo, the smaller sister island of Malta, offers a tranquil contrast to the busier main island, blending rich history, rugged landscapes, and a slower pace of life. Known for its rolling hills, picturesque villages, and dramatic coastline, Gozo has preserved much of its rural charm, allowing visitors to step back into centuries of Mediterranean culture and tradition.