The St Thomas synagogue first opened its doors in 1833, which makes it the the second oldest synagogue in the United States. The building features a domed ceiling with beautiful chandeliers and mahogany pews. The white sand floors both to remind congregants of the 40 years the Jews spent wandering the desert in biblical times and also to pay homage to their Portuguese ancestors who had to muffle the sounds of their footsteps during prayer. Only four synagogues in the world still honour this Dutch-Portuguese tradition.

Over 2,400 km of prepared snowmobile trails await you around Idre, providing a fun way to explore the area's stunning natural surroundings. In particular, the Älvdalen's area offers two great areas for snowmobiling: the Nordic Area (www.nordicarea.se) in the south and the Snöskoter Område Norra Dalarna (www.sond.se) in the north. To drive a snowmobile here, you'll need a license that can be obtained at the tourist office, at gas stations and at some other local businesses. You'll also need to ask for map and information about the rules and regulations you need to respect. If you don't have a snowmobile of your own, there is a wide range of rental companies in the area, with the possibility to go on a guided tour. One of them is Idre Adventure.

Akaka Falls State Park is nestled along the northeastern Hamakua Coast. The two mellifluous waterfalls are seen on only one short hike. A pleasant half a mile trek will take you through a lush rainforest of wild orchids, bamboo groves and coquettish ferns. You'll pinch yourself to find this is all indeed real, especially with the 100-foot Kahuna Falls and the towering Akaka Falls, which plummet down 442 feet.

Ready to catch some waves? The Coronado Surfing Academy has got you covered! Whether you’re a first-timer or looking to fine-tune your skills, their friendly pro instructors will guide you through every step. Each 90-minute lesson includes a wetsuit, a soft surfboard, and expert coaching, with plenty of time (about an hour) spent in the water. If you don’t have your own gear, no worries—wetsuit and board rentals are available.