Amorgos
Amorgos is a fashionable yet decidedly low-key island in the eastern Cyclades. Its pristine beaches are wonderfully secluded and many of them can only be reached by foot or by boat. The island boasts some world-class dive sites, as well as numerous picturesque trails along its rugged coastline. Make your way inland and you’ll find the quintessentially Cycladic town of Hora. Lose yourself in its narrow streets, charming squares and bougainvillea-draped whitewashed buildings.
Ajaccio, Corsica
With its beautiful pastel-hued historic core and stylish waterfront promenade, it’s no surprise that Corsica’s pretty capital is always buzzing with activity. Visit the house where Napoleon Bonaparte was born in 1769; head west along the coast to chill out at Ariane beach or Marinella beach; indulge in some fascinating people-watching at an Old Town café; or take a stroll along the waterfront, which is full of sun-worshipers by day and party people by night.
Saguenay, Québec, Canada
Mother Nature – on a massive, mindboggling scale – takes center stage in the Saguenay region. This is where wild rocky cliffs overlook the deep blue waters of one of the planet’s longest and loveliest fjords. It’s also where the fresh water of the River Saguenay blends with the saltwater of the Saint Lawrence River – a quirky trick of nature that attracts whales to the krill-filled waters. Enjoy a cycling adventure through Saguenay Fjord National Park or visit the beluga whales that choose to make Saguenay-Saint Lawrence Marine Park their year-round home.