Travel

# Koh Samui: Thailand’s Palm-Fringed Paradise Hiding Secret Treasures The sun rises over the Gulf of Thailand, casting golden rays across Koh Samui’s pristine shores where palm trees sway in gentle sea breezes. This tropical haven in Surat Thani province isn’t just Thailand’s second-largest island—it’s a wonderland of hidden coves, jungle-clad mountains, and cultural treasures … Lire plus

I’ve just pulled into the empty municipal lot at Andover Borough, where the quiet Main Street stretches before me like a movie set waiting for actors. This microscopic borough of just 609 residents sits quietly at the heart of a sprawling ZIP code shared with 8,877 people – creating a mathematical oddity that’s kept this … Lire plus

The morning ferry glides toward Praslin’s granite-studded shoreline, revealing a hidden treasure that feels worlds away from busier Seychelles destinations. Here, 8,449 residents protect what might be Earth’s most precious prehistoric palm forest. I’m stepping onto the island that harbors the UNESCO-protected Vallée de Mai, home to the massive coco de mer palm producing the … Lire plus

The shadow of a 139-year-old lighthouse stretches across my feet as I step onto Minicoy’s powdery white sand. Just 130 kilometers north of the Maldives, this crescent-shaped island in India’s Lakshadweep archipelago has remained hidden from the international travel radar. At barely 4.8 square kilometers, Minicoy packs more authentic cultural experiences than resort islands triple … Lire plus

I watch the sunrise paint gold streaks across volcanic sands as local fishermen drag wooden boats into the water. El Transito, Nicaragua’s last authentic surf village, comes alive in the gentle morning light. Here, just 2 hours from Managua along a bumpy coastal road, I’ve found what many claim impossible: world-class waves with 90% fewer … Lire plus

The mist swirls around my boots as I step onto Kasauli’s Upper Mall Road at dawn. Just 77 kilometers from overcrowded Shimla, I’ve found myself in what feels like a Scottish hamlet transported to the Himalayas. With barely 5,400 residents occupying a mere 6.2 square kilometers, Kasauli’s tranquility is immediate and striking. The morning air … Lire plus

Speloncato: The Corsican Village That Emerges From Ancient Granite A village that defies gravity at 570 meters above the sea Perched dramatically on a granite spur in northern Corsica, Speloncato seems to grow organically from the ancient rock itself. This remarkable village sits at 570 meters above sea level, offering breathtaking panoramic views that stretch … Lire plus

The mist lifts as I stand at the edge of Great Falls, revealing a 60-foot cascade thundering down the Housatonic River. Just 93 miles from Manhattan’s concrete jungle, I’ve discovered Falls Village, a Connecticut hamlet where water roars and time stands still. This 1.59-square-mile settlement hosts just 473 residents yet offers what thousands of tourists … Lire plus

The monsoon rain stops just as our Jeep rounds the final bend. I find myself standing at the edge of Amahator village, where 840 Sangtam Naga villagers go about their day as if the modern world never happened. A woman in traditional garb carries a bamboo basket on her head, nodding silently as she passes. … Lire plus

The saxophonist’s last note hangs suspended in the air as I take another sip of locally-pressed chardonnay. Around me, 30,169 residents of Wangaratta have created something unexpected in rural Victoria – Australia’s jazz capital. Just 236 kilometers northeast of Melbourne, this modest regional center hosts over 350 international artists annually at its renowned festival. The … Lire plus