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This Maryland town of 594 residents runs America’s oldest 336-year-old ferry daily

The wooden planks creak beneath my feet as the Oxford-Bellevue Ferry glides across the glassy waters of the Tred Avon River. Morning sunlight dances across the surface, revealing a waterfront view that hasn’t changed much since 1683. I’m crossing on America’s oldest privately operated ferry – a continuous service that’s been running for 336 years, … Lire plus

This island paradise in Thailand hides ancient temples and secret beaches (locals never tell tourists about the best one)

# 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

This Seychelles island of 8,449 residents guards Earth’s last prehistoric palm forest

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

This Indian island of 15,100 residents rivals the Maldives without tourist crowds

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

This Nicaraguan village of 1,800 residents has world-class surf with 90% fewer tourists

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

This 5,400-resident hill station beats overcrowded Shimla with 1842 colonial architecture

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

This ancient village in Corsica emerges from solid granite (570 meters above the sea)

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