The ancient region of Cappadocia lies in Central Anatolia, between the cities of Nevsehir, Kayseri and Nigde. Here, the traveler finds one of the most fantastic landscapes in the world. Wind and weather have eroded the soft volcanic rock with hundreds of strangely shaped pillars, cones and "fairy chimneys", often very tall, and in every shade from pink through yellow to russet browns.
Set among Fiji’s Mamanuca Islands, Malolo Island combines a lush, hilly interior with palm-fringed beaches, clear lagoons, and coral-rich waters. Visitors can spend their days swimming, snorkelling, kayaking, or sailing before settling into the island’s unhurried pace.
Gumbane is a rural community in southern Mozambique, in Inhambane Province, where sandy soils, woodland and cultivated plots shape much of the surrounding landscape.
Alice Springs, located in the heart of Australia’s Red Centre, is a town deeply connected to the desert landscapes and Aboriginal culture that define the region. Long an important meeting place for the Arrernte people, it remains a center of Indigenous art and traditions, with galleries and cultural institutions showcasing some of the world’s most renowned Aboriginal artworks and stories.
Surat Thani is a city in southern Thailand situated near the mouth of the Tapi River, where the river meets the Gulf of Thailand. It serves as an important commercial and transport center for the surrounding province and is a common starting point for journeys to the islands of the Gulf. The city itself has a more local character than Thailand's major resort destinations, with markets, temples, riverfront areas, and busy streets forming its urban landscape.
Terre-de-Haut is an island off the coast of Guadeloupe and replete with a variety of stunning viewpoints to gaze out at the sparkling waters of the Caribbean Sea. Highlights include Plage de Pompierre, Fort Napoléon des Saintes, and Le Chameau, Terre-de-Haut's highest point.
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Fort Napoléon
Former 1800s penitentiary is now a museum focused on the Îles des Saintes' culture and history.
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Îles des Saintes
Les Saintes (also known as Iles des Saintes) are perfect for the kind of traveler who relishes unspoiled tropical beauty and the serenity that comes from doing next to nothing on a vacation, but doing it à la française.
Deshaies
Deshaies, a picturesque village on the northwest coast of Guadeloupe, offers a quintessential Caribbean experience with its stunning beaches, lush landscapes, and charming local culture. Nestled between verdant hills and the sparkling Caribbean Sea, this town is renowned for its idyllic scenery and relaxed atmosphere. One of its main attractions is the beautiful Plage de Grande-Anse, a long, golden-sand beach perfect for swimming, sunbathing, and enjoying the vibrant marine life.