Oaxaca, nestled in the heart of southern Mexico, is a city where ancient traditions and vibrant culture thrive. Renowned for its rich history and indigenous heritage, Oaxaca offers a unique blend of pre-Columbian, colonial, and modern influences. The city's historic center, a UNESCO World Heritage site, is a testament to its past, featuring stunning colonial architecture such as the Santo Domingo de Guzmán Church, a masterpiece of Baroque art.
This charming town is the gateway to exploring the dive sites and sandy beaches of the Bay of Islands. There are endless activities to do here, such as fishing, kayaking, swimming with dolphins and discovering authentic Maori culture.
Cabo Rojo, located on the southwestern coast of Puerto Rico, is a region of striking natural contrasts where salt flats, mangroves, and limestone cliffs meet the sparkling Caribbean Sea. Its most iconic feature is the Cabo Rojo Lighthouse perched on dramatic cliffs overlooking the ocean, offering panoramic views of turquoise waters and nearby beaches.
Kapama Private Game Reserve is a vast wildlife sanctuary located in South Africa’s Limpopo province, bordering the greater Kruger region. Spanning more than 13,000 hectares, the reserve plays an important role in conservation while offering visitors an immersive experience in one of Africa’s most celebrated ecosystems.
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Clown Anemonefish at the Cairns Aquarium
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Rubber tree in Redlynch
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White-lipped Tree Frog
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Sailfin Tang at the Cairns Aquarium
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Metallic Starling
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Jabiru or Black-necked stork
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Blue-spotted ray at Cairns Aquarium
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Squirrelfish (left) and a Lined Butterflyfish at Cairns Aquarium
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Lime green coral at the Cairns aquarium
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Rainbow Bee-eater
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Cairns Aquarium
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Freshwater sawfish at Cairns Aquarium
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Trinity Beach
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Hawaiian Ti plant at Cairns Botanic Gardens
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Cairns is the majestic entrance to Australia's Great Barrier Reef. This warm, tropical destination is located in Far North Queensland. Must-see attractions in Cairns include the Tjapukai Aboriginal Cultural Park, which educates tourists about indigenous peoples, and restaurant and bar-dotted Cairns Esplanade, which has a lagoon for swimming. Also, Daintree National Park, northwest of Cairns, has beautiful beaches, rainforests and canyons.