Tucked away in Japan’s subtropical Ryukyu Islands, the beautiful coastline and lush rainforests of the isle of Amami-Oshima are part of a UNESCO World Heritage site valued for its many endemic and rare species and rich biodiversity. The crystal-clear waters of this hidden gem are filled with vibrant coral reefs, and the white sand beaches are so far off the beaten path that you may well find your own private stretch of secluded shoreline.
While it is the largest island in the Yaeyama archipelago, Ishigaki is small enough to traverse in about an hour, giving visitors ample time to explore its tropical beauty. One of the island's most famous attractions is Kabira Bay, renowned for its emerald waters and white sand beaches. Glass-bottom boat tours offer an up-close look at the bay’s colorful coral reefs and tropical marine life.
While it is the largest island in the Yaeyama archipelago, Ishigaki is small enough to traverse in about an hour, giving visitors ample time to explore its tropical beauty. One of the island's most famous attractions is Kabira Bay, renowned for its emerald waters and white sand beaches. Glass-bottom boat tours offer an up-close look at the bay’s colorful coral reefs and tropical marine life.
One of the most important industries in Aberdeen becomes apparent as soon as you lay eyes on the distinctive gray façades of its buildings constructed from locally quarried granite. Discover other sources of the city’s wealth in the Aberdeen Maritime Museum, which reveals a rich seafaring history of shipbuilding, whaling and oil drilling in the North Sea. Old Aberdeen transports you even farther into the past with the medieval architecture of King’s College, the 12th-century Church of St. Nicholas, and the 7th-century St. Machar Cathedral.
One of the most important industries in Aberdeen becomes apparent as soon as you lay eyes on the distinctive gray façades of its buildings constructed from locally quarried granite. Discover other sources of the city’s wealth in the Aberdeen Maritime Museum, which reveals a rich seafaring history of shipbuilding, whaling and oil drilling in the North Sea. Old Aberdeen transports you even farther into the past with the medieval architecture of King’s College, the 12th-century Church of St. Nicholas, and the 7th-century St. Machar Cathedral.
A picturesque town on Norway's southern coast, Mandal is known for its charming wooden houses, sandy beaches and rich maritime heritage. Start your day with a stroll through the narrow streets of the Old Town, where you can admire the well-preserved 19th-century homes and one of the largest timber churches in Norway. The Mandal Museum not only illuminates the history of the town’s fishing industry but also showcases the work of the many great artists born here.
A picturesque town on Norway's southern coast, Mandal is known for its charming wooden houses, sandy beaches and rich maritime heritage. Start your day with a stroll through the narrow streets of the Old Town, where you can admire the well-preserved 19th-century homes and one of the largest timber churches in Norway. The Mandal Museum not only illuminates the history of the town’s fishing industry but also showcases the work of the many great artists born here.
