Timbavati Private Nature Reserve lies in South Africa’s northeastern Lowveld, directly alongside Kruger National Park. Covering about 556 square kilometres, it forms part of the larger Greater Kruger landscape, where fences between participating reserves and Kruger have been removed to allow wildlife to move freely. The reserve contains a mixture of savanna, woodland, seasonal rivers, and rocky areas shaped by ancient granite and gneiss formations.

Jersey, the largest of the Channel Islands, is a destination that offers a unique blend of British and French influences, reflected in its history, language, and cuisine. Its strategic location between England and France has shaped centuries of cultural exchange and resilience, especially evident in sites like Mont Orgueil Castle. The island’s coastline features dramatic cliffs, hidden coves, and wide sandy beaches.

Rijeka sits at the head of Kvarner Bay on Croatia’s northern Adriatic, shaped by its long role as a port city at the crossroads of empires.

Nestled in the rolling hills of northeast Georgia, Athens is a vibrant city known for its rich history, thriving arts scene, and quintessential Southern charm. Home to the University of Georgia, the birthplace of public higher education in America, Athens brims with youthful energy and intellectual curiosity.

On the north-western coast of Sal Island in Cape Verde sits Palmeira, an authentic fishing settlement where day-to-day life still revolves around the sea. The village’s seaside restaurants serve grilled tuna, octopus, and flying fish fresh from the day’s catch. Just a short trip from the centre lies Buracona, a natural lava rock pool famous for the “Blue Eye,” a glowing underwater cave that shines when the sunlight hits at just the right angle.