Hidden gems
48 destinations curated for this theme
Liberia, Costa Rica
Costa Rica, Central America
Liberia may fly under the radar, but it’s the heart of Guanacaste—both a gateway to Costa Rica’s wild northwest and a pl...
Bloomington, Minnesota
United States, North America
Bloomington’s crown jewel is the vast Mall of America — a 2.5-million-square-foot playground where shopping, dining , an...
Estes Park, Colorado
United States, North America
Estes Park, a quaint town 90 miles northwest of Denver, Colorado, serves as a gateway to the Rocky Mountain National Par...
Lincoln, New Hampshire
United States, North America
Founded as one of America's early colonies in 1782, Lincoln has been attracting the adventurous ever since with its moun...
Sylt
Germany, Europe
Sylt, often referred to as the 'German Hamptons’, has been a longstanding playground for Germany's rich and famous. Pron...
Montpellier
France, Europe
Montpellier, one of Europe's emerging holiday gems, draws travellers with its Mediterranean proximity, enchanting mediev...
Aruba
Aruba, Caribbean
Sun-drenched beaches sit next to the desert wilderness in Aruba, one of the most popular destinations in the Caribbean. ...
Pointe-à-Pitre
Guadeloupe, North America
The butterfly-shaped islands of Guadeloupe are one of the Caribbean's best-kept secrets. Travelers in the know have caug...
Canberra
Australia, Oceania
Edged by mountain ranges, Canberra is a planned city built on vast limestone plains. Canberra is Australia’s national ca...
Byron Bay
Australia, Oceania
From World Heritage rainforest to sparkling beaches, the Byron Bay region on the NSW North Coast is full of natural wond...
Kalmar
Sweden, Europe
Kalmar is a captivating Swedish city, which seamlessly intertwines its rich history with contemporary charm. The iconic ...
Dunedin
New Zealand, Oceania
Dunedin, on the rugged east coast of New Zealand’s South Island, is a city of style and creativity. Officially founded i...
Altenburg
Germany, Europe
If you fancy a hand of cards, Altenburg is the place for you: playing cards has been practised here for over 500 years, ...
Linz
Austria, Europe
Linz an der Donau is a cultural metropolis, and an oasis of green. It is a place where nature, culture and business come...
Tirana
Albania, Europe
Tirana is a mixture of Western Europe and old Russia, interspersed with influences from the Middle East. The city has ov...
Fort-de-France
Martinique, Caribbean
With its unique mix of Creole culture and European cosmopolitanism, the French overseas territory of Martinique, and in ...
Lamezia Terme
Italy, Europe
Located in the heart of sunny Calabria, the charming city of Lamezia Terme came into existence in 1968 through the amalg...
Brindisi
Italy, Europe
Discover Brindisi, a sun-drenched jewel on the Adriatic Sea and the beating heart of Italy's Apulia region. More than ju...
Bari
Italy, Europe
The coastal gem in Southern Italy offers a captivating mix of history, culture, and stunning Mediterranean landscapes. E...
Zagreb
Croatia, Europe
For centuries, Zagreb has been a focal point of culture and science, and later also developed into a major centre of com...
Rijeka
Croatia, Europe
Straddling the Adriatic Sea where it plunges deepest into Europe, Rijeka boasts a rich maritime history. Croatia's third...
Olbia
Italy, Europe
Olbia is the gateway to the pearly white beaches of Sardinia's northeast coast and the sparkling Costa Smeralda. This is...
Girona
Spain, Europe
Catalonia's second city is many things: medieval stronghold, university city, party town, and modern urban centre. The O...
Bilbao
Spain, Europe
One of the jewels of northern Spain, Bilbao is a city full of surprises and delights. It boasts a unique blend of tradit...
Turin
Italy, Europe
Turin, Italy's first capital, is a city awash with history, green parks, and art, not to mention that it is a town with ...
Pafos
Cyprus, Europe
Steeped in Greek mythology and kissed by Aphrodite's charm, Pafos offers more than just clear blue waters and mild tempe...
Cagliari
Italy, Europe
The narrow and often steep granite-paved streets of Cagliari’s Castello District are a reminder of a bygone age when the...
Nuremberg
Germany, Europe
Once you’ve experienced Nuremberg’s enchanting historical ambience and seen the mighty Kaiserburg, you’ll never forget t...
Menorca
Spain, Europe
Beat the crowds in Menorca, the most tranquil of the Balearic islands. The stunning coves and secluded, white sand beach...
Biarritz
France, Europe
They all used to come here: from Coco Chanel and Ernest Hemingway to Frank Sinatra and the royals. Biarritz used to be t...
Annecy
France, Europe
Coiled between lake and mountains, Annecy deserves its nickname of "Venice of the Alps". This harmonious city allows you...
Bridgetown
Barbados, Caribbean
White beaches, turquoise waters, and lively nightlife — these are images Bridgetown, the capital of the Caribbean island...
La Palma
Spain, Europe
La Palma, nicknamed La Isla Bonita (The Beautiful Island), is the greenest of the Canary Islands. Its ecological diversi...
Vilnius
Lithuania, Europe
Vilnius, Lithuania's capital, stands out as one of Eastern Europe's most compelling destinations. Its appeal lies in bot...
Cork
Ireland, Europe
Welcome to the "People's Republic of Cork", Ireland's southernmost city, where spirited, independent vibes coalesce with...
Bratislava
Slovakia, Europe
With fewer than half a million people, the 'little big city' of Bratislava ranks among Europe's most relaxed capitals si...
Tonga
Tonga, Oceania
In the very heart of the South Pacific lies Tonga, one of the most scenic and unspoiled of the Pacific Island nations, c...
Cartagena
Colombia, South America
Cartagena de Indias reigns as the crown jewel of Colombia’s Caribbean coast — not for checklist attractions, but for its...
Toulon
France, Europe
Toulon is a genuine incarnation of Provence—no over-the-top souvenir shops, just markets full of lavender and thyme, a s...
Williamsburg, Virginia
United States, North America
Historic pride and natural beauty - Williamsburg seems to have the best of both as millions of travelers visit the city ...
Mechelen
Belgium, Europe
‘Mechelaars’ talk about their city with great pride and warmth. Visitors are struck by the genial atmosphere as they str...
Aarhus
Denmark, Europe
Aarhus lives up to its "smallest big city" motto. It’s petite enough to conquer in a weekend, yet buzzing with enough en...
Santander
Spain, Europe
Santander is famous for its fabulous beaches and its elegant holidaymakers: King Alfonso XIII used to spend his summers ...
Kaunas
Lithuania, Europe
Founded as a fortress in 1030 at the confluence of two rivers, Kaunas, in the heart of Lithuania, is a city full of hist...
Catania
Italy, Europe
Charismatic seaside Catania is a young, dynamic soul, inhabiting a body of narrow alleys and ornate Baroque buildings se...
Derry
United Kingdom, Europe
Set on the banks of the River Foyle in Northern Ireland, Derry (officially Londonderry) is one of Europe's best-preserve...
Tivat
Montenegro, Europe
Tivat feels like a town that’s caught in between — between old fishing days and shiny new marinas, between quiet corners...
Lille
France, Europe
Over a decade ago, Lille was awarded the European Capital of Culture title, marking not its pinnacle but rather the star...