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Kokomo Private Island Fiji
August 16, 2018
Fly in by private seaplane or helicopter to an island getaway! With a 45 minute transfer from the main airport in Fiji, guests arrive at the Kokomo Private Island Fiji, a luxury all-inclusive resort complete with rainforest and white-sand beaches. The 21 beachfront villas and 5 luxury residences feature sustainable design and traditional Fijian touches along with […]
Mullerthal Trail
August 15, 2018
Within the tiny country of Luxembourg that houses one of the three official capitals of the European Union and the seat of the European Court of Justice, is a popular hiking route known as the Mullerthal Trail. Spectacular natural and cultural highlights in Luxembourg’s Little Switzerland area await along the 112 km which is composed […]
Vennbahn Cycle Route
August 14, 2018
Wunderbar! The Vennbahn Cycle Route is one of Europe’s longest converted railway embankment bike routes and travels through 3 countries: Germany, Belgium, and Luxembourg. This 78 mile journey takes riders on a pleasant tour with mild gradients of about 2% through the UNESCO World Heritage city of Aachen, the “High Fen Nature Park”, the gardens of Troisvierges and many […]
Copenhagen CPH-Ø1, Denmark
July 27, 2018
A moveable, floating island! No, it’s not a prop for some science fiction movie, it’s Copenhagen CPH-Ø1, a hand made wooden platform with a living linden tree floating in Copenhagen’s inner harbor. This 65 square foot island is the first of several that will make up a “Parkipelago” – a new concept in public spaces in the […]
Wild Walk
July 24, 2018
Take a walk on the wild side at the Wild Walk! This treetop adventure, located at The Wild Center in the Adirondack forest, is a quarter mile network of walkways high among the trees. Designed to give visitors an appreciation of the natural world by transforming the forest into a living, breathing, learning landscape, you’ll be delighted […]
Kata Rocks
July 20, 2018
Spoil yourself with 5-star luxury! Kata Rocks is the ultimate in oceanfront resort living with 34 stunning villas perched along the mountainside overlooking Kata Beach and the deep blue Andaman Sea. Each sky villa boast uninterrupted ocean views, floor-to-ceiling sliding glass doors leading to an outdoor terrace with a generous private infinity pool, fully-fitted kitchens, living […]
La Vimea
July 18, 2018
Alpine glaciers, green valleys, pristine lakes, medieval castles, steepled churches, vineyards, and more await in the South Tyrol region of Italy. And a unique hotel as well… La Vimea is the first vegan hotel in Italy. Complete with gabled roof and balconies, this adults only hotel offers guests a sustainable and responsible lifestyle. Not only does the […]
Joffre Lakes Provincial Park
July 17, 2018
Instagram-worthy vistas! Located about an hour’s drive from Whistler Village in Beautiful British Columbia, Joffre Lakes Provincial Park consists of 3 turquoise, glacier-fed lakes, simply named Lower, Middle and Upper Joffre Lakes. Each one is more special than the last, and their striking, saturated blue colour is caused by “rockflour” – or glacial silt – […]
Jebel Jais Zipline
July 16, 2018
It’s official…as of this year, Guinness World Records has declared Jebel Jais Zipline the longest zipline in the world! Located at Ras Al Khaimah’s Jebel Jais, the highest mountain in the United Arab Emirates with an elevation of 6,345 feet, the line is a whopping 2.83 kilometers (1.76 miles) long! At its highest point, you’ll be flying over 1,680 […]
The Chilko Experience
July 13, 2018
A private estate in the middle of the beautiful British Columbia wilderness that treats you like family. The Chilko Experience is a collection of log and timber framed houses combined with incredible adventures for the outdoor enthusiast. The all-inclusive activities include horseback riding, fly and spin cast fishing, ATV riding, paddle-boarding, canoeing, lake cruising, kayaking, and guided […]
NAY PALAD Bird Nest
July 6, 2018
Bring sleeping to new heights! No, it’s not an oversized nest for those flying pterosaurs in Jurassic World. It’s the NAY PALAD Bird Nest, a collaboration between Segera and NAY PALAD who, together with architect Daniel Pouzet, created this unique two level suite. Located in the wilds of Kenya, you have a 360-degree view over the surrounding plains of […]
Superfly Ziplines
June 26, 2018
Flying fast is fun…especially if it’s with Superfly Ziplines! The folks at The Adventure Group Whistler have designed 4 amazing side-by-side ziplines in Whistler’s backcountry. After a quick ride up the mountain in ATVs, get ready for stunning views and hair-raising speeds of 100km per hour on two of Canada’s longest ziplines! The first of […]
Posh Primitive
June 25, 2018
Escape to the Southern Adirondack mountains. With Posh Primitive, glamping means you don’t have to rough it! The custom made canvas walled tents with log accents come equipped with queen sized mattresses, linens, comforters and wool blankets and are decorated with antiques and locally made furnishings. A wood burning stove will keep you toasty warm in the […]
Vanuatu Underwater Post Office
June 22, 2018
The postal service’s unofficial motto of “Neither snow nor rain nor heat nor gloom of night stays these couriers from the swift completion of their appointed rounds” would need a special addition on the Pacific island nation of Vanuatu. Diving about 10 feet underwater! The Vanuatu Underwater Post Office, opened in 2003, is the world’s first underwater […]
Snowdonia National Park
June 20, 2018
The largest national park in Wales. Snowdonia National Park was established in 1951 as Britain’s third national park (and the first in Wales), and some say that King Arthur’s legendary sword, Excalibur, is at the bottom of one of the park’s lakes. Gorgeous natural beauty awaits you with craggy peaks, clear lakes, waterfalls, beaches, and deep […]
Skellig Michael
June 12, 2018
Are you looking for Luke Skywalker? Those Star Wars fans out there may recognize the rocky Skellig Michael as Planet Ahch-To, the birthplace of the Jedi Order and Luke Skywalker’s hideout in episodes VII and VIII. As part of the Skellig islands, Skellig Michael is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and is open for day visits from […]
Kuranda Scenic Railway
May 23, 2018
A historic train journey through the World Heritage rainforest of the Barron Gorge National Park. The Kuranda Scenic Railway is a step back in time with hand-painted locomotives and refurbished, original red-wooden heritage carriages and is an excellent way to travel from Cairns to the village of Kuranda, or vice versa. Opened in 1891, it […]
Australian Butterfly Sanctuary
May 22, 2018
What has no mouth and tastes with its feet? A butterfly! And you can see over 2,000 butterflies at the Australian Butterfly Sanctuary! They have the largest butterfly flight aviary and exhibit in the Southern Hemisphere. The warm, tropical climate of the Kuranda rainforest village is just what these exotic creatures thrive in. Enjoy a complementary […]
Birdworld Kuranda
May 21, 2018
An ornithophiles dream! Yes, bird lovers will go wild for Birdworld Kuranda. Their home is the Australian rainforest village of Kuranda Heritage Markets, the perfect setting for this collection of almost 60 native and exotic species of colorful Amazonian macaws, South American conures, cockatoos, lorikeets, Alexandrine Parrots (pictured above), and more. If you are lucky, […]
Kuranda Koala Gardens
May 18, 2018
Who could resist these cuddly creatures! The Kuranda Koala Gardens is one of the few places in the world where you can hold a koala. Yes, we said hold, as in snuggle with one of, if not THE cutest animal in Australia! Located in the village of Kuranda, a picturesque retreat surrounded by World Heritage […]
Skyrail Rainforest Cableway
May 17, 2018
The best way to see the oldest continually surviving topical rainforest on earth. The Skyrail Rainforest Cableway smoothly glides you over the canopy of this Wet Tropics World Heritage Area just outside of downtown Cairns, Australia. The 6-person gondolas continuous run the 7.5 km from the Smithfield Terminal, making 2 stops, and ending at Kuranda village. Be […]
Ocean Freedom Upolu Cay Reef & Outer Edge Upolu Reef Tour
May 16, 2018
No trip to Straya is complete without a visit to the Great Barrier Reef! And the best way to see it is to take a boat out and get in the water. Our friends at Cairns Premier Reef and Island Tours have a tour that showcases the beauty of this UNESCO World Heritage site with […]
Voyages Field of Light Star Pass by Camel
May 15, 2018
An all around magical experience! The Australian outback is awash with color; add to that, viewing of the imposing and impressive Uluru and Kata Tjuta atop friendly camels, and finish with a unique, glowing, outdoor art installation, and “magical” is most definitely an understatement! The Field of Light Star Pass by Camel from our friends at […]
Scenic World
May 14, 2018
The best way to see the Blue Mountains! Our friends at Scenic World have created quite the experience in this UNESCO World Heritage listed wilderness area. The Blue Mountains, named for the blue tinge in the air thanks to the evaporating eucalyptus oil from the abundant eucalyptus trees, cover one million hectares (3,861 square miles) of tall […]