Amelia Island is a barrier island on Florida’s northeast coast, located near the Georgia state line and about 30 minutes north of Jacksonville. The island stretches roughly 13 miles and combines Atlantic beaches, salt marshes, maritime forests, and the historic port community of Fernandina Beach. Its compact size makes it possible to move easily between the oceanfront and the island’s historic districts, while waterways on the western side connect to the Intracoastal Waterway. T
A city in perpetual forward motion, Abu Dhabi greets visitors with gleaming skyscrapers and opulent Islamic architecture. There is much to see here, from the recently opened Louvre Abu Dhabi to the gigantic Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, with its white marble splendor. Beach life and turquoise waters can be found on Saadiyat Island, Al Bateen and Corniche Beach.
Welcome to England. The green hills, the noble woodlands, the perfect flowering of architecture and remarkable cultural heritage beckon visitors from around the globe.
Nestled in the heart of the Colorado Rockies, Vail is a premier destination renowned for its world-class skiing and charming alpine ambiance. The town’s centerpiece is Vail Mountain, a sprawling 5,300-acre ski resort that offers an extensive network of trails for all skill levels. Whether you’re a seasoned skier or a first-timer, Vail’s slopes provide exhilarating experiences and breathtaking mountain views.
Port Elizabeth, set along the beautiful shores of Algoa Bay, is located on the south eastern coast of Africa, and is a major tourist destination better known as the Friendly City! The city offers the best mix of eco-attractions as a holiday destination with a rich diversity: scenic nature trails and wildlife experiences, long golden beaches, historic heritage and a unique coastal climate.
Photo Credit: Photo by Paul and Jill from Wikimedia
Photo Credit: Photo by Paul and Jill from Wikimedia
Galápagos sea lion (Zalophus wollebaeki)
Photo Credit: Photo by Paul and Jill from Wikimedia
Photo Credit: Photo by Paul and Jill from Wikimedia
Santa Fe Island, formerly known as Barrington Island, is one of the smaller of the Galapagos islands. Although relatively small and unpopulated, the island is a great day-trip option for visitors to the area.
As on many of the Galapagos islands, the principal activities on Santa Fe Island are walking, snorkeling and diving. Highlights center around endemic vegetation and wildlife, including the large Optunia Echios (an endemic subspecies of prickly pear cactus), the Barrington land iguana, Santa Fe rice rat, Barrington leaf-toed gecko, and Santa Fe marina iguana. You'll also find large colonies of sea lions, both on the beaches and in the surrounding water, and a wide variety of birds all along the cliffs.
Other Popular Destinations in Ecuador
Quito
Situated on the equator and nestled beneath an imposing volcano, the rugged, sprawling, and vibrant city of Quito offers adventure galore. A South American gem and Ecuador’s capital, Quito combines the best of its Incan and Spanish influences in fascinating cultural attractions, and the city’s surrounding natural beauty will surely astound you.
Galapagos Islands
Off the coast of Ecuador, the iconic and biodiverse Galápagos Islands, made famous by Charles Darwin’s nineteenth-century research expeditions on HMS Beagle, beckon you. This glittering archipelago, surrounded by vivid turquoise waves, abounds with stunning beaches and spectacular wildlife, perfect for the adventurous traveler.