If you are a lizard enthusiast searching for the ultimate romantic honeymoon destination, consider booking a trip to lounge in the sun with your sweetheart on a pink beach that doubles as a Komodo dragon habitat. The sands of Pantai Merah—as the pink beach is known—derive their vibrant color from a red microscopic organism known…
In the 1900s, the volcanic archipelago of Fernando de Noronha served as one of Brazil‘s most picturesque penal colonies. Marooned over 200 miles from the Brazilian mainland, prisoners sentenced to do time on Fernando de Noronha spent their days gazing longingly out of small prison windows at majestic volcanic peaks, stately cliffs, and turquoise water…
There is a great debate about where the most brilliant white sandy beach in the world is located. Hyams Beach—which is located in New South Wales, Australia in Jervis Bay—is a strong contender for the world’s whitest sandy beach. The sand at Hyams Beach is composed of sparkling quartz that shimmers in the sunlight. Sunglasses…
Zlatni Rat—which is located near the town of Bol in Croatia—is one of the world’s most distinctive beaches. This narrow strip of land is in a constant state of flux. The shape of Zlatni Rat changes with the ebb and flow of the tide, causing it to shrink or expand. Occasionally, a small lake even…
If you’re a hot spring enthusiast, a trip to Hot Water Beach on New Zealand‘s Coromandel Peninsula is an absolute must. Hot Water Beach is home to one of the most unique hot springs in the world. During a two-hour window, between high and low tide, visitors can dig a hole on the beach and…
Italy is home to some of the most exquisite lakes, natural hot springs, and beaches in Europe. Marina Serra, a beach in the Salento region—resembling the heel of Italy’s boot on a map—features a natural swimming pool that has served as a popular local summer holiday destination for generations. Marina Serra’s Piscina Naturale features emerald…
In the heart of Phuket Island, nestled between verdant hills and the azure waters of the Andaman Sea, lies Kamala, a destination that embodies the tranquil yet vibrant spirit of Thailand. This village presents a tranquil charm with its untouched beaches, coupled with the vibrant mosaic of its community life. For the discerning traveller or…
Few places in the world exhibit as stark a difference between high and low tide as Spain‘s Cantabrian Coast. At low tide, a series of rock formations, resembling the stately buttresses of a towering cathedral, emerge on the seafloor. As soon as high tide rolls in, the rock formations are almost entirely obscured by water….
