Zeeland is a southwestern province of the Netherlands shaped by its position between the North Sea and the Scheldt estuary. Much of the region consists of islands, peninsulas, polders, dikes, dunes, and tidal waterways, with towns such as Middelburg, Zierikzee, Veere, and Goes providing historic centers within the wider landscape. Zeeland has about 650 kilometers of coastline, and its relationship with water influences settlement, agriculture, transport, and daily life.
The Ring of Kerry, a 179-kilometer circular route in County Kerry, Ireland, offers travelers a journey through rugged coastal cliffs, remote villages, and winding mountain roads. Starting from Killarney, the route moves clockwise through towns like Kenmare, Waterville, Cahersiveen, and Glenbeigh, each offering its own slice of Irish life. Though often explored by car or tour bus, cycling the route is growing in popularity, especially during spring and early autumn when traffic is lighter.
Reggio Calabria, located at the tip of Italy’s toe, is a city where ancient history and natural beauty converge in spectacular fashion. One of the city's most renowned landmarks is the Bronzi di Riace, two magnificent bronze statues from the 5th century BC that were discovered off the coast of Riace in 1972.
The Gili Islands are a group of three small islands off the northwest coast of Lombok in West Nusa Tenggara: Gili Trawangan, Gili Meno, and Gili Air. Each island has a distinct character, but all are surrounded by clear tropical waters, coral reefs, and sandy beaches. Gili Trawangan is the largest and most developed, Gili Meno is quieter and less populated, while Gili Air combines tourism with a resident island community.
Khama Rhino Sanctuary is a community-based wildlife reserve in Botswana, located near the town of Serowe in the central part of the country. Established to protect endangered rhinoceros populations, the sanctuary covers a broad area of savanna and woodland, centered around natural water sources that attract a range of animals.