Perito Moreno Glacier is one of the most recognizable ice formations in Argentina, located within Los Glaciares National Park in Santa Cruz Province. The glacier extends into the southern arm of Lago Argentino and is notable for its broad ice front, which can be viewed from a network of walkways and observation platforms. Its proximity to El Calafate makes it one of the more accessible major glaciers in Patagonia.
Mamora Bay, tucked into Antigua’s southern coastline, is a serene crescent-shaped bay framed by gentle hills and swaying palms. Known for its calm, sheltered waters, the bay offers a tranquil setting that contrasts with the island’s more rugged Atlantic side.
Durmitor National Park is found in the Dinaric Alps, located in northwestern Montenegro. Along the Tara River Canyon, one of the deepest in Europe, Durmitor features nearly 50 limestone peaks interspersed with clear glacial lakes and deep pine forests.
Staniel Cay is a small island in the Exuma Cays of The Bahamas, surrounded by clear shallow waters, coral reefs, sandy beaches, and numerous nearby cays. The island covers less than two square miles and has a small Bahamian village on its western shore. Its position makes it a useful base for exploring the surrounding Exumas by boat, while a local airstrip provides another way to reach the island.
Ballito is a coastal town on South Africa’s KwaZulu-Natal North Coast, forming part of the area commonly known as the Dolphin Coast. It lies north of Durban along a subtropical stretch of the Indian Ocean, with sandy beaches, rocky coves, and warm coastal waters defining much of its setting. The town has grown from a small holiday and farming community into a busy residential and visitor centre, with restaurants, cafés, shopping areas, and accommodation. Its position also makes it a useful base
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Broken Hill is a mining town which is also very popular amongst Australian artists. The town is known as ‘Silver City’ and still mines for Silver, lead and zinc today. However there is only one mine that is still open today. When you get here be prepared to change your watches. Although Broken Hill is part of NSW, it is only 509km from Adelaide , whilst 1170km from Sydney. It shares the central time with South Australia, and also shares the same telephone code of 08.
The city is easy to get around, as it is set out as a grid. The main street where you will find shops, restaurants and accommodation is Argent Street. The train station is a shirt walk east from here, and the bus stop is outside the tourist information centre on the next street up from here. There are buses to both Adelaide and Sydney, run by Greyhound Pioneer. You can also get to these places by train. If you are looking at heading over to Perth, you can also hop on the Indian Pacific which passes through.
Other Popular Destinations in Australia
Sydney
Sydney, Australia, is a vibrant city where iconic landmarks, diverse neighborhoods, and natural beauty converge. The Sydney Opera House, with its striking sail-like design, and the Sydney Harbour Bridge are symbols recognized around the world, yet the city offers much more beyond its famous skyline.
Cairns
Cairns is the majestic entrance to Australia's Great Barrier Reef. This warm, tropical destination is located in Far North Queensland. Must-see attractions in Cairns include the Tjapukai Aboriginal Cultural Park, which educates tourists about indigenous peoples, and restaurant and bar-dotted Cairns Esplanade, which has a lagoon for swimming.