This is your passage into the sacred "Garden Isle," where the sweet smell of the mokihana berry permeates the air and the lush green landscapes intoxicate your senses. Visit Waimea Canyon and witness the union of water, sunshine, clouds and canyon walls as they create the most colorful rainbows imaginable.
Plettenberg Bay is the jewel of The Garden Route. It's more than a village, less than a town. Plettenberg Bay is tranquil and charming, hospitable and rather special. Originally christened "Bahia Formosa" (beautiful bay) by early Portuguese explorers, Plettenberg Bay can now be accessed by first class national roads, by sea or by scheduled air flights.
Pogradec is a lakeside town in southeastern Albania, situated on the southwestern shore of Lake Ohrid beneath the surrounding mountains. The lake is part of the UNESCO World Heritage property known as the Natural and Cultural Heritage of the Ohrid Region and is recognized for its exceptional freshwater biodiversity.
Kota Kinabalu, the capital of Sabah on the island of Borneo, is a vibrant city where modern life meets wild landscapes. Overlooking the South China Sea and backed by lush rainforests and mountains, it serves as both a cultural hub and a gateway to Borneo’s extraordinary biodiversity.
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Kiawah Island boasts over 10 miles of wide, immaculate, ocean beach. Soothing by day, romantic by night, the beach is complimented by river, meandering lagoons, and pristine marshlands.
Nearby Charleston’s influences abound. The choices are plentiful and the people are polite. Kiawah’s friendly character is derived from the gracious Charleston lifestyle, in which Southern Hospitality is never the exception and every meal is a celebration.
The ocean beaches on Kiawah Island provide storm protection for upland areas; habitat for a variety of plant and animal species; nesting habitat for sea turtles; and recreational opportunities for residents and guests.
Other Popular Destinations in South Carolina
Charleston
Charleston, South Carolina, is a gem of Southern charm and history, offering an immersive travel experience in a beautifully preserved city. Known for its cobblestone streets and antebellum architecture, Charleston's historic district is a living museum where visitors can stroll past colorful row houses and elegant mansions. Key landmarks include the Battery and Rainbow Row, a series of pastel-colored houses that are among the city's most photographed sites.
Greenville
Greenville, South Carolina sits at the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains and has grown from a former textile center into one of the Southeast’s most appealing small cities.