Sarajevo's historic downtown area, the Bascarsija, is a must-visit maze of winding alleys and wooden shop fronts. It contains some of the city's finest architectural monuments, along with a multitude of traditional cafés with outdoor seating. Look out for bargains on copper ware.

This underground museum was voted the best in Europe in 2012, and is an essential visit for anyone interested in how the island's volcanic formations came to be. Centro de Interpretação do Vulcão dos Capelinhos uses multimedia to teach visitors about the formations as well as the island's history, notably the 1957-58 eruption.

On Atiu, explore the awe-inspiring limestone caves, which have historically served as burial sites—be sure to bring a torch and sturdy walking shoes. Discover the legend of the lovers Inutoto and Tangaroa, linked to the stunning Anatakitaki Cave, renowned for its impressive stalagmites, stalactites, and the unique Kopeka bird that calls it home. Don’t miss Raka’s Cave, with its fifteen distinct chambers, and let your guide share the rich history of the Rakanui family, who have lived and found sanctuary in this extraordinary hideaway.

The stars of the Chongqing Zoo are definitely the Giant Pandas. This zoo does not only serve as an important base for protection and research of wild animals like Tibetan bears, tigers, hippos, monkeys and birds, but also provides a beautiful and comfortable setting for you to experience the wildlife.