Robben Island lies in Table Bay off the coast of Cape Town and is one of South Africa’s most significant heritage sites. The island is best known for its former prison, where political prisoners opposed to apartheid were held, including Nelson Mandela. Its landscape also contains a lighthouse, historic buildings, military remains, quarries, and areas of natural vegetation.
Tintagel is a village on Cornwall's north coast, set among rugged cliffs overlooking the Atlantic Ocean. The area is best known for Tintagel Castle, whose remains occupy a dramatic headland connected to the mainland by a footbridge. The village itself has a traditional Cornish character, with stone buildings, small shops, cafés, and places to stay along the main road.
San Luis Obispo is a city on California’s Central Coast, set between the Santa Lucia Mountains and the Pacific Ocean. Its location in a sheltered valley gives the community a landscape of oak-covered hills, vineyards, creeks, and agricultural land, while the coast is within easy reach to the west. Downtown San Luis Obispo centers on a historic Spanish mission and a compact collection of shops, restaurants, and public spaces.
Ocean City, Maryland, is a barrier-island resort along the Atlantic coast of Worcester County, known for its broad beaches, long boardwalk, and connection to the coastal bays. The town stretches for about 10 miles between the Ocean City Inlet and the Delaware state line, with distinct neighborhoods ranging from the historic downtown to quieter northern sections. Its roots as a fishing community remain visible alongside its role as a major seaside destination.
Bacalar sits on the tranquil shores of Laguna de Bacalar in southern Quintana Roo, Mexico, and has been a meeting place for people and cultures for centuries. Its name comes from the ancient Maya phrase Sian Ka’an Bakhalal, meaning “where the sky is born,” a reminder of how deeply this place figures in regional history and identity.
An island in the Iisselmeer until 1957 when it was linked to the mainland by a dike. Its unique houses are painted deep green and built on stilts to protect them against the raging sea.
Other Popular Destinations in Netherlands
Amsterdam
Amsterdam, the 17th century capital of Holland, is often called the "Venice of the North" due to its numerous, boat-navigable canals. Truly rich in history, the oldest part of this populous, multicultural city is Sloten, which dates all the way back to the 9th century.
Rotterdam
If you find yourself in Rotterdam, there's a strong chance you've arrived by water. This popular port city (the second largest in the Netherlands) has gone through an architectural renaissance since World War II, with daring, innovative structures dotting the city (cube houses!) and defining its skyline. Café culture is on the rise here, so grab yourself a table and a cup.