Whether exploring volcanic trails or relaxing in seaside hot springs, Hachijo Jima provides an unforgettable island experience that feels worlds away from Japan’s major cities.
Monkey Mia, located within the Shark Bay World Heritage Area on the western coast of Australia, is a serene paradise known for its world-famous wild dolphin encounters. This remote coastal gem, surrounded by the turquoise waters of the Indian Ocean, invites visitors to experience up-close interactions with bottlenose dolphins in their natural habitat. For over 50 years, these dolphins have made daily visits to Monkey Mia’s shores, creating a unique tradition that brings awe to travelers.
The Sacred Valley, located in the Andes and divided by Urubamba River, was part of the larger Inca Empire, along with Machu Picchu and the closeby town of Cusco. Tourists will see green agricultural landscapes and Spanish hamlets like Ollantaytambo and Pisac, the latter featuring a Sunday market.
Torquay, located on England’s southwest coast in Devon, is often referred to as the gateway to the English Riviera. With origins as a small fishing village, it expanded rapidly in the 19th century as a seaside resort, attracting visitors with its mild climate, sandy beaches, and scenic coastline.
Plovdiv, one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities in Europe, carries over 8,000 years of history layered into its streets. The Roman Theater, still in use today, was discovered by accident in the 1970s and now hosts operas and concerts overlooking the Rhodope Mountains. Nearby, visitors can walk the remains of a Roman stadium buried beneath the main pedestrian street, where modern shops and cafés stand above ancient foundations.
Keswick is an attractive small town, centrally situated in the northern half of the Lake District and close to the border with Scotland. Easily accessible by road and rail this compact region of less than 200 square miles (500km2 ) contains the best of lake and mountain landscapes.
This area is, above all, for the active person. There are walks and climbs for all standards; from the high 900m mountains Helvellyn and Scafell to guided walks and gentle rambles. While Derwentwater has a launch service and two small marinas, neighbouring Bassenthwaite Lake, Buttermere, Crummock Water and Thirlmere are quieter but easily accessible by the many lakeside paths. Keswick's Hope and Fitz Parks offer bowls, tennis and park golf, and a spectacular 18 hole golf course is nearby at Threlkeld. There are biking, riding and gliding facilities as well, so little reason for inactivity.