The Museo Diocesano in Genoa is a religious museum that occupies the former home of the canons of the Cathedral of San Lorenzo. It is accessible through the 12th-century cloister of San Lorenzo. The museum showcases a collection of objects from the diocese of Genoa and its surroundings. Among the exhibits are sculptures, paintings, frescoes, illuminated manuscripts, liturgical items, and archaeological artefacts.

A short drive north of the village of Palmeira on the island of Sal, a hidden gem awaits — a small inlet along the rocky coast unveils a natural wonder. At the opportune time, preferably in the morning, sunlight filters through a hole in the rocks, transforming the scene into a mesmerising display resembling a bright blue eye. The juxtaposition of the vibrant blue water and the frothy white waves crashing against jagged rocks creates a stunning spectacle. Just above this sight, there is a small swimming hole with calmer waters from which to enjoy it.

The Sonnenborgh Observatory is housed in a historical building that traces back to a 17th-century laboratory on a 16th-century bulwark. Its lush greenery and water around it present it as an impressive sight even from a distance. Visitors are welcomed by friendly staff who provide a tablet with information, and engaging assignments that allow them to conduct their own research. The top of the observatory is accessible for everyone who wants to check out the telescope domes and gaze at the stars. Don't miss this chance to learn all about this unique building, the constellations and the weather in their exhibitions, tours or lectures.

It is an engineering marvel, the world's steepest steam-operated railway. This is Tasmania's West Coast Wilderness Railway, and it is 28 tonnes of special. Today, passengers are moved by the same locomotives that began the run from Queenstown back in 1896. They take a comfortable 16-kilometre run through the wildlands, uphill through spectacular landscapes and down to a place called Dubbill Barrill, with stops for a little gold panning and sightseeing. These locos were originally built to move copper ore for the Mount Lyell Mining and Railway Company, delivering the mine's deep riches out of a massive, landlocked deposit at Queenstown to the port of Strahan, and from there, to the world. And every passenger is greeted by one of the line's original workhorses, a 28 tonne steam locomotive that's ready to roll — and guaranteed to raise a smile.