Nestling cozily beneath the legendary triad of the Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau mountains, Interlaken, 570 meters above sea level is a wondrous health resort and an international favorite. The superb mountainous scenery and gentle climate are ideal venues for virtually every leisure activity, all year round.
The Cabot Trail loops around northern Cape Breton Island, Nova Scotia, tracing cliffs, highlands, and forests for roughly 298 km. Named for the explorer John Cabot, the region’s deeper story belongs to the Mi’kmaq people, whose presence predates European settlement.
Located in Southeast Asia, Malaysia consists of two distinct regions—Peninsular Malaysia and Malaysian Borneo—each offering unique opportunities. With its stunning landscapes and world-class food scene, Malaysia offers an unforgettable travel experience.
Ardagger provides a charming escape from Austria’s larger cities. Whether exploring the abbey, enjoying the riverfront, or sampling local dishes, visitors will find plenty of reasons to appreciate this peaceful corner of Lower Austria.
Noto is a hilltop city in southeastern Sicily, know for its carefully planned historic center and extensive use of warm-colored local limestone. Its main streets and squares are lined with churches, monasteries, palaces, and civic buildings whose carved facades create a unified architectural character.
The turnoff for Locarno is located near Bellinzona, the capital of Ticino. By train, Locarno is well served from Zurich and Milan, as it is by road. Lovers of beautiful landscapes starting out from Geneva and Lausanne owe it to themselves to pass through Simplon and the Centovalli by taking the picturesque little train that links Domodossola to Locarno.
By plane, Locarno is accessible from most major European cities. Several medium-haul airlines (in particular Crossair) serve the Lugano-Agno airport (45 minutes from Locarno by car and Festival shuttle). Air travellers can also fly into Milan-Linate (two hours by car to Locarno) and Zurich (three hours).
Other Popular Destinations in Switzerland
Lucerne
Behold beautiful Lucerne! This German-speaking area of central Switzerland on Lake Lucerne is a truly spectacular locale. Surrounded by mountains and notable for its famous Chapel Bridge, this idyllic and musical Swiss locale is wonderful any time of year.
Basel
Basel is the global center of the pharmaceutical industry, but most travelers visit for the world-famous ART Basel festival, as well as the numerous art galleries, iconic architecture and museums.