Remote, windswept, and bursting with wildlife, South Georgia is a sub-Antarctic island that surprises nearly everyone who steps ashore. Though uninhabited by civilians, the island hosts a small British research station and welcomes visitors via expedition cruises. What draws people here is not luxury or convenience, but the scale of its wildness.
Thanks to the implementation of a coastal highway in the 1980s and the government's subsequent infrastructure investments, Natal is now the largest city in Brazil's Rio Grande do Norte. Visitors are drawn to its beautiful beaches, white sand dunes and a diverse cultural experience. The city also lays claim to having some of the cleanest air on the continent as well as the world's largest cashew tree, the Cajueiro de Pirangi, which produces roughly 70,000 nuts annually.
Nestled in the Andaman Sea, Langkawi is an idyllic island escape renowned for its pristine beaches, lush landscapes, and vibrant culture. This Malaysian archipelago, comprising over 100 islands, boasts a range of natural wonders, including the Langkawi Sky Bridge, an architectural marvel suspended 700 meters above ground.
Anuradhapura, located in Sri Lanka’s North Central Province, is one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities in the world. It served as the island’s capital for more than a millennium, beginning in the 4th century BCE. Today, its vast archaeological complex spans several square kilometers and includes some of South Asia’s most significant Buddhist monuments.
Bamberg, located in northern Bavaria, stands out for its remarkably preserved medieval layout, which earned it a spot on the UNESCO World Heritage list. Built on seven hills and often compared to Rome for that reason, the city’s architecture reflects over a thousand years of uninterrupted development. Bamberg is well known for its beer, and not just in the usual Bavarian sense. The city has more breweries per capita than any other town in Germany, and it’s the birthplace of rauchbier.
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Kiawah Island boasts over 10 miles of wide, immaculate, ocean beach. Soothing by day, romantic by night, the beach is complimented by river, meandering lagoons, and pristine marshlands.
Nearby Charleston’s influences abound. The choices are plentiful and the people are polite. Kiawah’s friendly character is derived from the gracious Charleston lifestyle, in which Southern Hospitality is never the exception and every meal is a celebration.
The ocean beaches on Kiawah Island provide storm protection for upland areas; habitat for a variety of plant and animal species; nesting habitat for sea turtles; and recreational opportunities for residents and guests.
Other Popular Destinations in South Carolina
Charleston
Charleston, South Carolina, is a gem of Southern charm and history, offering an immersive travel experience in a beautifully preserved city. Known for its cobblestone streets and antebellum architecture, Charleston's historic district is a living museum where visitors can stroll past colorful row houses and elegant mansions. Key landmarks include the Battery and Rainbow Row, a series of pastel-colored houses that are among the city's most photographed sites.
Greenville
Greenville, South Carolina sits at the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains and has grown from a former textile center into one of the Southeast’s most appealing small cities.