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The pink pillbox hike is a fun family trek in Oahu, Hawaii, also known as the Maili pillbox hike or ‘Puu O Hulu.’ Even though the Maili point hike isn’t quite as famous as the Lanikai pillbox hike, the views are arguably just as impressive!
The Tegalalang rice terrace is a long-time icon of Bali scenery and culture, showcasing its famous green rice fields and lush jungle slopes. However, the increasing popularity has led to overcrowding, transforming it into a tourist trap. Despite this, its UNESCO World Heritage site status underlines its significance and beauty. If you visit during the right season, you’ll witness some of the brightest shades of green imaginable!
The Sangeh Monkey Forest is a large protected jungle area in central Bali, featuring hundreds of friendly (but wild) monkeys that you can photograph and play with.
Tanah Lot Bali is a popular spot to see the sunset in Indonesia, and the Tanah Lot temple is also one of the most iconic sights in the whole country.
The Pura Uluwatu Temple is an iconic seaside pagoda that sits on a cliff, located in the far south corner of Uluwatu Bali. This 1,000-year-old Bali temple is one of the island’s most famous tourist sights due to its impressive cliffs, stunning sunset views, the traditional Balinese ‘Kecak’ fire dance, and the notoriously sneaky Uluwatu monkeys that like to hang out near the temple. Uluwatu Temple is easily accessible from Kuta, Canggu, Sanur, and other popular tourist areas in Bali. I would rate it as a must-do experience that is very memorable.
The awesome Taroko Gorge National Park in Hualien is a bit like Taiwan’s version of the Grand Canyon. This is a huge marble gorge with steep rock walls carved by the Lewu River, complete with old Chinese shrines and temples, and 27 peaks over 3,000 meters tall. Taroko Gorge Taiwan has some of the best (and most accessible) scenery on the whole island, so don’t miss it! This travel guide will explain how to get there, and everything you need to know before you go!
Cancun has a long history as one of the best places to celebrate Spring Break, with college students flocking to its white-sand beaches. However, there are plenty of things to do in Cancun besides strutting down the beach or partying into the wee hours of the morning. We’ve traveled to Mexico’s Yucatan Peninsula repeatedly since 1999, and we always find something new to see and do.
They may be the biggest fish in the sea, but whale sharks are gentle giants. Growing to lengths of over 12 meters (40 feet), whale sharks are impressive to see. Just two hours off the coast of Cancun, you can see them if you go at the right time of year.
Mexico’s Yucatan Peninsula is an expansive swath of land in the southeastern part of the country, separating the Caribbean Sea from the Gulf of Mexico. From the azure waters of the Caribbean Coast to the remains of ancient Mayan ruins strewn throughout the interior, there are so many things to do in the Yucatan Peninsula you’ll need to go back again and again to see it all.
The Lamanai ruins in Belize are among the most captivating Mayan ruins in Central America, featuring the remarkable ‘Mask Temple’ adorned with giant stone faces carved into its foundation. It evokes an adventurous spirit reminiscent of Indiana Jones!
We recently visited the Bali elephant sanctuary near Ubud (also known as Mason Elephant Park) and had a great time playing with the Bali elephants!
The Tongariro Crossing is one of the biggest and best day hikes in New Zealand. Mars-like volcanic peaks and smoking craters may not be the first thing you had in mind for your trip to NZ, but the epic factor on this one is off the charts. If these apocalyptic landscapes look like something right out of ‘Mordor’ in the Lord of the Rings movies, that’s because all of those scenes were filmed here! Therefore, definitely try to fit this hike into your New Zealand itinerary! This travel guide will explain how to get there, and everything you need to know before you go!
The Tantalus Lookout in Oahu, Hawaii is a relaxing hilltop near Honolulu with stunning views of the city and Diamond Head crater. Here, visitors can enjoy the spectacle of sunsets and frequent rainbows.
One of the highlights of my visit to the Middle East would have to be Baalbek Lebanon, with its Roman ruins and giant megalithic stones.
The Roys Peak hike is one of the most well-known day hikes on the South Island of New Zealand.
The Pura Ulun Danu Bratan temple is a famous old Hindu lake temple that sits on the waters of scenic Lake Beratan in Bedugul, north Bali.
Hidden in the steep cliffs and mysterious pine forests of Kintamani, Indonesia, far away from prying eyes, is the infamous Trunyan cemetery, a place that has earned the nickname ‘Skull Island Bali’.
Jiufen Taiwan is one of the most popular day trips from Taipei city. This enchanting town is a perfect blend of history, nostalgia, shopping, and sightseeing, making it incredibly easy to reach from Taipei.
India showcases breathtaking architecture and natural wonders, featuring iconic landmarks such as the Taj Mahal in Agra and the majestic snow-capped Himalayas.
The Candi Prambanan temple, located in Yogyakarta city, is Indonesia’s very own 9th century twin to the Angkor Wat temple in Cambodia. If you’ve been to Angkor before, this is a little bit like a continuation of that adventure.