Bryce Canyon, tucked into the high plateaus of southern Utah, offers one of the most unusual landscapes in the American Southwest. It’s not actually a canyon but a series of natural amphitheaters carved into the edge of the Paunsaugunt Plateau. What makes Bryce unique is its dense collection of hoodoos which are tall, thin spires of rock formed over millions of years by frost-wedging and erosion.
Dominica, known as the “Nature Island of the Caribbean,” is a haven for eco-tourists and adventure seekers. Nestled between the French islands of Guadeloupe and Martinique, this lush island boasts a remarkable landscape of volcanic mountains, dense rainforests, and stunning waterfalls. Dominica’s most iconic natural wonder is the Boiling Lake, the second-largest hot spring in the world.
Set along the shoreline of St Kilda, Victoria, Australia, this seaside suburb offers a relaxed coastal setting just minutes from central Melbourne, Victoria, Australia. Its wide promenade, lined with palm trees, draws both locals and visitors who come to walk, cycle, or simply watch the bay. The historic St Kilda Pier stretches into the water, offering open views of Port Phillip Bay and a steady breeze that carries the scent of salt and sea.
El Salvador, the smallest country in Central America, carries a big presence with its blend of history, culture, and dramatic landscapes. Known as the “Land of Volcanoes,” it has more than twenty within its borders, some of which remain active and shape the country’s terrain.
Amsterdam, the 17th century capital of Holland, is often called the "Venice of the North" due to its numerous, boat-navigable canals. Truly rich in history, the oldest part of this populous, multicultural city is Sloten, which dates all the way back to the 9th century.
Thanks to the high hills which surrounds the town, (The cliffs of Gardiole) Cassis is well protected from the cold winds, which makes for mild winters. Strolling along the port or walking in the Calanques on a sunny Christmas day is an experience that you will never forget. Its village atmosphere and picturesque port, animated by typical fishermen is the image of Provence. From the terraces of the cafes looking over the port you will never tire of admiring the highest cliffs in Europe, Cap Canaille (400m), watching them turn a magnificent red under a setting sun. A bouillabaisse in a small restaurant overlooking the port in Cassis is alone well worth the journey to Provence. Not to mention the wines!