Salt Spring Island is the largest of British Columbia’s Southern Gulf Islands, situated between Vancouver Island and the mainland in the Salish Sea. The island is known for its forested hills, sheltered bays, small farms, and network of rural roads. Ganges serves as the main community and a centre for shops, galleries, cafés, and waterfront activity, while Fulford Harbour and Vesuvius provide additional ferry connections.
Weissenkirchen is a charming Austrian town on the banks of the Danube. Surrounded by vineyards and wineries, Weissenkirchen is a delightful stop for European river cruises.
Kaohsiung sits on Taiwan’s southern coast and rises from one of the island’s busiest harbors into a city that rewards slow exploration and lively discovery. History and local belief surface at the Dragon and Tiger Pagodas beside Lotus Pond in Zuoying District. These twin pagodas that are connected to the shore by a zigzag bridge, invite visitors to walk through the dragon’s mouth and out the tiger’s, a practice locals associate with turning bad luck into good fortune.
Mozambique, stretching along the southeast coast of Africa, is a country celebrated for its long Indian Ocean shoreline, colorful traditions, and layered history. The country’s coastline is among its greatest treasures.
This island in the Gulf of Thailand is known for white sand beaches, lush national parks, and night markets packed with fresh seafood. Visitors can spend mornings snorkeling, afternoons exploring temples, and evenings tasting local fish sauce, one of the island’s specialties.
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Ontario is Canada's most densely populated province, harboring such cosmopolitan cities as Toronto and Ottawa. Millions of tourists come into Ontario every year, and industry and farming are the chief industries along the Great Lakes.
Popular Destinations in Ontario
Toronto
The capital of Ontario and Canada's largest city, Toronto is a vibrant destination on the banks of Lake Ontario. Highlights of this striking cultural capital include the looming CN Tower (featuring a revolving restaurant), Casa Loma, Toronto Island Park, Royal Ontario Museum, and Ripley's Aquarium of Canada.
Ottawa
Ottawa, the charming capital of Canada, offers a unique blend of history, culture, and modernity. Nestled along the scenic Ottawa River, the city is home to the iconic Parliament Hill, where the Gothic Revival architecture of the Parliament Buildings stands majestically above the riverbanks. Visitors can witness the ceremonial Changing of the Guard in the summer or explore the Peace Tower for panoramic views of the city.