Gili Trawangan is the largest of the three Gili Islands, located off the northwest coast of Lombok in West Nusa Tenggara. The island is surrounded by coral reefs and clear coastal waters, with a sandy shoreline extending around much of its perimeter. Its compact size makes it easy to explore by bicycle or on foot, while horse-drawn cidomo carts provide traditional local transport.

Three hours north of Auckland, a chain of verdant islands meet glittering turquoise waters in the Bay of Islands. This subtropical paradise will astound you with its abundance of natural beauty and marine life. Sail to the Bay of Islands, and you'll find plenty to see and explore. Hike to stunning Rainbow Falls, kayak along the shores of New Zealand's lush coastline, and keep an eye out for whales, dolphins, penguins, and a variety of colorful parrots.

Just a few years ago, Puerto Escondido was a fishing village. Now Puerto Escondido is still remote enough to avoid the crowds of the more established resort areas and a perfect "out of the way" spot for those looking for a great, romantic escape.

Kakum National Park is a protected rainforest area in southern Ghana, located near Cape Coast in the Central Region. The park covers a large area of tropical forest with tall trees, dense undergrowth, streams, and shaded paths. It is part of the Upper Guinea Forest ecosystem, one of West Africa’s important remaining rainforest zones. Kakum is particularly known for its canopy walkway, which allows visitors to experience the forest from above the ground.

Ganvie, often called the "Venice of Africa," is a lake village located in the heart of Lake Nokoué in southern Benin. What makes Ganvie extraordinary is that the entire village sits on stilts above the water, with wooden homes, floating markets, and schools accessible only by boat. Visitors can glide through narrow canals in pirogues, experiencing firsthand a way of life shaped entirely by water.