Azores – Portugal
Although part of Portugal, the Azores actually lie some 900 miles away in the North Atlantic. This archipelago is the dream destination for escaping the crowds. Dotted among its lush green valleys, steep vineyard-covered slopes, ancient forests, waterfalls and beautiful wildflowers are fields of crops, ancient windmills and tiny hamlets full of charming houses. Plentiful family-friendly beaches can be found along the coastline. Make a boat trip the highlight of your visit. This is one of the best places in the world for whale watching.
Banff National Park – Canada
Many people think Banff is just a winter ski resort, but this corner of Alberta rewards all year round. Winter weather is crisp, cold and perfect for skiing, but the warmer summer months deliver plenty of solitude along with beautiful scenery of snow-tipped Canadian Rockies, turquoise glacial lakes, wildflowers and abundant wildlife. Book a wildlife tour and you might be lucky enough to spot elk, mountain sheep, eagles and maybe even a wolf or bear in the distance.

Cappadocia – Turkey
There is something incredibly otherworldly about Cappadocia in Turkey where whole settlements have been carved out of the soft Anatolian rock. This region is perfect for hot air ballooning and when these colorful giants glide overhead, Cappadocia’s mystic becomes unsurpassable. For centuries, humans have taken advantage of the soft rock, using it to create a honeycomb of homes. Many are now abandoned and with their frescoes have become natural beauties in their own right.

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