The southernmost island in the crescent-shaped Comoros archipelago. Encircled by a barrier reef, Mayotte is blessed with one of the world's perfect lagoons. In its lush forests, the fragrant yellow flowers of the ylang-ylang tree are picked to extract their perfumed oil. Against a backdrop of waterfalls and volcanic peaks on Mayotte, there is a feeling of rural tranquility.
Kinosaki Onsen is a resort area best known for its hot springs (onsen) as well as its charming, nostalgic atmosphere: guests of the local ryokans (traditional Japanese inns) stroll between the seven public onsen wearing yukata (literally translated as "bathing cloth," a casual version of the kimono) and geta (wooden sandals).
Big Bend Ranch State Park is a vast protected landscape in southwestern Texas, stretching along the Rio Grande beside Big Bend National Park and the Mexican border. The park covers rugged desert, volcanic formations, steep canyons, and broad Chihuahuan Desert plains, with the river forming its southern boundary. Its remote setting and limited development give the area a distinctly wild character.
Sapa sits high in Vietnam’s northwest mountains, shaped by French colonial planning and long-standing settlement by Hmong, Dao, and other ethnic communities.
Raleigh is the capital of the state of North Carolina; located in the east central part of the state. It is home of the largest research park in the country, Research Triangle Park. Visit some of Raleigh's many universities, parks, museums and galleries, including the North Carolina Museum of History and the North Carolina Museum of Art. A potpourri of gardens beckons the garden enthusiast to Raleigh, North Carolina - from the charming formal grounds of historic homes, to woodland wonders. The city's founding fathers called Raleigh the "City of Oaks," in honor of the area's woods and grassy parks. The tradition of green space preservation continues.
Other Popular Destinations in North Carolina
Asheville
Nestled in the heart of North Carolina’s Blue Ridge Mountains, Asheville is a haven for nature lovers, art enthusiasts, and history buffs alike. This vibrant city boasts stunning scenery with the Blue Ridge Parkway, often dubbed “America’s Favorite Drive,” providing unparalleled views of the Appalachian wilderness. In autumn, the mountains burst with fiery reds and golds, creating one of the most picturesque fall displays in the U.S. Beyond its natural beauty,
Charlotte
Founded in 1768, it is one of the South's major industrial centers for textiles, machinery and food products.