Tortuguero, located on Costa Rica’s remote northern Caribbean coast, is a destination unlike any other in the country. Accessible only by boat or small aircraft, this coastal village sits between the Caribbean Sea and a network of freshwater canals. Its name, meaning "place of turtles," comes from the thousands of sea turtles that arrive annually to lay their eggs on its beaches, including green, leatherback, and hawksbill turtles.
Among the stunningly snow-capped Swiss Alps, Zermatt is a charming ski resort town in Switzerland. Situated near the iconic Matterhorn peak, Zermat is the perfect destination for skiing, snowboarding, and hiking.
Senegal, located on the westernmost tip of Africa, is a country where vibrant traditions meet striking natural beauty. Its capital, Dakar, sits on the Cape Verde Peninsula and is known for its bustling markets, lively music scene, and impressive art galleries.
Paxi, also known as Paxos, is a small Ionian island south of Corfu, known for dense olive groves, sheltered harbours, limestone cliffs, and clear coastal waters. The island’s main settlement, Gaios, surrounds a protected harbour formed by the islets of Agios Nikolaos and Panagia, while Lakka and Loggos provide two smaller waterfront villages.
Fundy National Park is located along the Bay of Fundy coast in southeastern New Brunswick, where forested hills meet one of the world’s most pronounced tidal environments. The park protects a varied landscape of coastal cliffs, salt marshes, dense Acadian forest, lakes, and river valleys. Its shoreline experiences dramatic changes in water level as the Bay of Fundy’s tides move in and out. T
Kona started as King Kamehameha I's government seat, and is now a popular tourist destination with key landmarks like Hulihee Palace, as well as coffee farms, shopping and dining. Kona's pristine waters are perfect for swimming and snorkeling. Manta ray boat charters and deep-sea fishing are also popular activities here.
Other Popular Destinations in Hawaii
Honolulu, Oahu
Honolulu, the capital of Hawaiʻi and the largest city in the Pacific, blends the energy of a major urban center with the deep roots of Native Hawaiian culture. Set on the island of Oʻahu, it’s home to iconic beaches, royal history, and a rhythm all its own. This sunny capital city is the main portal to the larger Hawaiian archipelago, and the perfect base for exploring Oahu.
Ka'anapali, Maui
In ancient times, Kaanapali was a royal retreat for the rulers of Maui, who delighted in the perfect three-mile stretch of white sand beach, the gentle waves, warm sunny days and the majestic West Maui Mountains. Maui royalty surfed, raced their outrigger canoes, feasted at luaus that lasted for weeks, and where the Kaanapali Golf Course now blankets the land, they played ulu maika, a form of lawn bowling with heavy lava balls.