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.
Pacific Harbour, located on the southern coast of Viti Levu in Fiji, is known as the country’s “Adventure Capital.” Once envisioned as a luxury resort community, it has evolved into a dynamic destination that blends tropical relaxation with outdoor excitement.
The Caribbean's Saba Island is the perfect hideaway! Climb 1,066 hand carved steps to the top of Mount Scenery, or take a roller coaster ride on "The Road", the only road on Saba. Scuba dive, hike, go deep sea fishing, shop for Saba Lace and Saba Spice (an innocent sounding but potent local rum), or relax and enjoy the spectacular views high above the blue Caribbean.
Santa Cruz de La Palma is the capital of the island of La Palma, one of the seven Canary Islands. Although often forgotten in favor of the similarly named Santa Cruz de Tenerife, it is a compact and colorful colonial town well worth a visit. Swimming, paragliding, and hiking and some of the most popular daytime activities, while stargazing is a favorite pastime after the sun goes down.
Kampot is a riverside town in southern Cambodia with a story that stretches from a bustling 19th-century seaport to a calm center for travelers seeking real local experiences. Wandering these streets reveals faded pastel facades, shuttered balconies, and hints of a past where merchants from China, Malaysia, and Europe met on this quiet stretch of the Cambodian coast.
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This coastal town in Montenegro is part of the World Heritage Site dubbed the Natural and Culturo-Historical Region of Kotor. It holds several summer events, such as the Summer Carnival or Bokeljska Noc. One of the most notable and charming aspects of the town is the large population of cats that have become a symbol of the city.
Other Popular Destinations in Montenegro
Budva
Budva is a coastal town in southwestern Montenegro, set beside the Adriatic Sea and surrounded by limestone hills. Its Old Town occupies a small fortified peninsula, with narrow stone streets, historic buildings, churches, and squares enclosed by defensive walls. Outside the walls, Budva extends along a busy waterfront with beaches, hotels, restaurants, and a marina.
Durmitor National Park
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.