Queenstown started off as a major gold mining area, based around the Queen River Valley. This then developed into a profitable copper mining area, which was still running until 1969. There are a variety of things to do in Queenstown, and it is a good base from which to explore western Tasmania.

Nungwi is a coastal village at the northern tip of Zanzibar, facing the Indian Ocean on a peninsula known for sandy beaches, shallow lagoons, and clear tropical waters. It developed from a traditional fishing and dhow-building community into one of northern Zanzibar’s main tourism centres, while retaining working boatyards and local residential areas.

Sibenik, located on Croatia's stunning Adriatic coast, is a hidden gem that blends rich history with a vibrant atmosphere. The town's cobblestone streets and captivating architecture, including the famous Cathedral of St. James, offer a glimpse into its storied past. Visitors can explore the medieval St. Michael's Fortress, which provides panoramic views of the city and sea.

Lake Powell is a large reservoir on the Colorado River, extending through northern Arizona and southern Utah within Glen Canyon National Recreation Area. Near the Arizona community of Page, its blue water winds through a maze of red-rock canyons, mesas, cliffs, and narrow side channels. At full pool, the lake stretches about 186 miles and has nearly 2,000 miles of shoreline, although water levels vary considerably. Created by Glen Canyon Dam, Lake Powell is one of the largest man-made lakes in N

Yasuní National Park lies in Ecuador’s Amazon region, between the Napo and Curaray rivers, and protects one of the country’s largest areas of lowland rainforest. The park contains dense tropical forest, rivers, lagoons, swamps, and seasonally flooded areas, creating a wide range of habitats. Its location near the equator and its varied terrain support exceptionally high biological diversity.