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1. Providenciales, Turks and Caicos — The recent titleholder for “best island,” Providenciales is one of six prominent islands within the Caicos group of the Turks and Caicos Islands located in the West Indies. The esteemed travel site TripAdvisor selected Travelers’ Choice award winners based on the quality and volume of user reviews collected over the past year.
During our stay in Cape Town, we opted to rent a vehicle from our hotel for approximately £20 per day. This decision initiated our adventure on a positive note, as our hotel provided us with a brand new compact vehicle, which I had always aspired to drive. Being accustomed to driving on the left side of the road, I found it relatively straightforward to navigate the streets, highways, and intersections of South Africa.
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Although Belfast is Northern Ireland’s most urbanized locale, it is rich in green spaces and dense woodlands that evoke classic images of the Emerald Isle. Public parks are often former aristocratic estates donated to the city in the 20th century, and wildlife corridors and grassy glens on the outskirts have maintained a rural feel. Consequently, whether you’re seeking a secluded picnic spot, a walk on the wild side, or a space for kids to run free, at least one of Belfast’s parks will meet your needs.
South Carolina is a Southern charm-infused orchestra of landscapes that plays to perfection year-round.
Travelers flock to Central America for its beaches, and Honduras, spanning the isthmus from the Caribbean Sea to the Pacific Ocean, boasts some of the best, spread along over 800 km (500 miles) of coastline.
A pioneer in environmental protection, Spain began preserving its land as national parks in 1918, decades before most other European nations. Spain has 16 national parks that showcase diverse ecosystems, from Sierra de las Nieves, inaugurated in 2021, to lesser-known Cabañeros, near Toledo, and Teide in the Canary Islands – the most visited park in Europe.
Set with botanical gardens, art-filled lawns, and hidden woodland retreats, Porto is a city where greenery is intricately woven into the urban landscape. Both locals and visitors enjoy the many parks around town for various activities, including picnics, exercise, and quality time with family. Porto’s unique topography, characterized by its hillsides, offers ideal spots for sunset watching. Whether you are looking for activity-filled parks for the family or manicured grounds to appreciate some of Portugal’s most vibrant blossoms, Porto has something for everyone.
In July 1947, a powerful thunderstorm blew over Roswell, New Mexico – and with it came whispers of a mysterious object. Was it a weather balloon, as US military officials claimed? Or, was it a flying saucer from outer space, as many locals believed?
The golden beaches of the Algarve attract admirers from around the world. This is especially true in the height of summer when the beaches can feel overcrowded. However, despite the Algarve’s popularity, there are still many great deals to be found in this sun-kissed corner of Portugal.
With groundbreaking museums and world-class restaurants, Marseille offers plenty of opportunities to splash out. However, it’s also a city that can be enjoyed and experienced without breaking the bank. From the glittering Vieux Port to affordable eats in the historic Le Panier district, many of the best things to do in this famous Mediterranean metropolis can be either low-cost or even free. Here’s how to experience Marseille economically.
While many visitors jet into Faro and hire a rental car for the duration of their stay, there are plenty of other ways of getting around the Algarve.
Croatia’s best-known and most glamorous destination, Dubrovnik is an absolute gem. The UNESCO-listed old town, protected by magnificent medieval fortifications, showcases a blend of paved piazzas, cobbled alleys, and noble stone buildings, transporting you back through the centuries. Beyond the walls, pebble beaches backed by fragrant pinewoods lead to the turquoise Adriatic.
Want to cool off this summer in Asheville? You have options… Head to the Outer Banks and its oceanfront beaches 450 miles away (a bit of a drive if you’re short on time), or enjoy sunshine, sandy beaches, and a gorgeous natural backdrop at the mountain lakes located within an hour or two of Asheville’s city center.
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