Hop across the border for an excursion to the oldest German town of Trier, which contains some beautiful examples of well-preserved Roman architecture, including the UNESCO-listed city gate of Porta Nigra (Latin for 'black gate'), remains of Roman baths and an amphitheatre. Located in the Moselle Valley, the city is an essential stop to include in a wine route through the area.

Ishiteji, as it's known in Japanese, is No. 51 of the 88 temples that form the Shikoku Pilgrimage, and you can usually see a few pilgrims in their white garb and cone hats. The main hall and pagoda are built in the architectural style of the Kamakura Period (1192-1333). Behind the temple buildings is a doorway to a dark hole in the mountain which forms the backdrop to Ishite. This leads to a series of tunnels filled with peculiar Buddhist statuary, leading out to an inner courtyard area containing a strikingly modern golden dome.

Pulau Ubin is an island northeast of mainland Singapore. Cycle trails and hiking trails criss-cross the hills, taking you past the disused granite quarries into traditional villages known as "kampongs". Bright blue kingfishers and bulbul songbirds inhabit the tidal flats of the Chek Jawa Wetlands. See a different side of Singapore with a guided kayaking tour. Soak in the tranquil environment while learning about the ecosystem. All equipment provided and no kayaking experience is necessary.

One of the solutions to this problem was The MacRitchie Reservoir is Singapore’s oldest water reservoir. Its main purpose is to collects rainwater and provides drinkable water to Singapore’s residents. Additionally, the reservoir is the central feature in MacRitchie Reservoir Park. The MacRitchie Nature Trail is a series of boardwalks that vary in length and take you through the tropical rainforest. The TreeTop Walk — one of the park's main draws — is a suspension bridge that gives you a bird’s-eye view of the forest below. On your walk, you will definitely see some monkeys. They are definitely cute, but can be a little naughty, especially if you are carrying any food.