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The Kakslauttanen Artic Resort in Finland is a truly unique place where you can view the Northern Lights from the comfort of a glass igloo hotel. The glass igloos are tucked away neatly into the snow for a once in a lifetime experience! Visitors describe the pure luxury of seeing a snowy winter wonderland from inside their glass igloos, which are made of thermal glass to retain heat and keep you warm and cosy. The luxurious resort also boasts all mod cons such as spa sauna open fireplace and kitchenette. Come and experience the crystal-clear views of the Northern Lights and beauty of the falling snow…a sight to behold!

The area of Tamhini Ghat (which connects the regions of Pune to the coastlines of Konkan), is truly a paradise for bike riders! Watch out for potholes (which will make your ride a bit more challenging) and enjoy the fantastic scenery, thundering waterfalls and flora and fauna as you cycle leisurely through the paths and byways. If you happen to visit during monsoon season be also prepared for a truly wild setting covered in shrubs, moss and an entirely different coloured landscape (picturesque red and green hues).

Ashikaga’s wisteria trees bloom brilliantly for only a few weeks every spring, turning the park into a vision of pastel pinks and purples. If timing allows, try and align your trip for spring – you absolutely won’t regret it.

Pangong Lake is an enticingly beautiful stretch of lake surrounded by rugged mountains. The renowned beauty of the lake is due to the combination of brackish water reacting with sunlight which causes a stunning array of brilliant shades to appear on the surface of the water. Due to its beauty, Pangong Lake is also often featured in many films and movies. You are sure to return a second time to experience the beauty of this region and for the pleasures of swimming, hiking and mountain climbing.

Antelope Canyon is the world’s most photographed slot canyon. Located in the Lake Powell Navajo Tribal Park you can only visit with an authorized tour guide. It is worth the effort of arranging a tour to see this truly amazing hidden wonder.

Hitachi Seaside Park is a wonderland of natural treasures located on the Pacific Ocean side of the Japanese coast. You will find the area rich in sand dunes, forests and native grasslands as well as plant and animal life. There are also plenty of opportunities for entertainment as there is an amusement park, cycling areas and BBQ facilities. The flowering plants are particularly beautiful and a delight for nature lovers who will enjoy the floral aromas and huge variety of plants on display. There are tulips, poppies, roses, lilies, daisies and lavender to name just a few. Many natural springs abound here too which add to the ambience of the park.

Only 45 minutes from Barcelona, in the Monserrat Monastery, there are eight huge steps are in a spiral that leads to ‘Heaven’. These are the Steps to Heaven, and they are definitely awe-inspiring. You get stunning views of Catalonia when you get to the top of the mountain; it’s definitely worth the trip.

The name whilst perfectly self explanatory, doesn’t do it justice. The great blue hole is the world’s largest sea water hole located in the coast of Belize in Central America. Known for its circular shape and strikingly deep blue color, the Great Blue Hole is a 1,000-foot-wide sinkhole in the middle of Belize’s Lighthouse Reef. It is a world heritage site protected by Belize Audubon Society and is one of the bucket list ideas of any avid scuba divers list.