
Unique & Exotic Destinations
A big part of travel is that feeling you get when experiencing something completely new, something you haven't seen or done before. Many travel destinations offer an amenity or two that other places don't but there are only a few locations in the world that offer a truly unique experience. Some of these places are wonders of nature a spot where the flora or fauna can't be found elsewhere, or where the mountains stretch the landscape to impressive formations. Other destinations are unique because of man-made features entire islands created out of sand, underwater museums designed to decay, or hotels shaved from ice.
JIUZHAIGOU, CHINA
More than just spectacular scenery, Jiuzhai Valley National Park is home to nine
Tibetan villages, over 220 bird species as well as a number of endangered plant and
animal species, including the giant panda, Sichuan golden monkey, the Sichuan
takin and numerous orchids and rhododendrons.
Jiuzhai Valley is locally known as Jiuzhaigou (Chinese for "Nine Village Valley"). It is
a national park located in the Min Shan mountain range, Northern Sichuan in South
Western China. It is best known for its fabled blue and green lakes, spectacular
waterfalls, narrow conic karst land forms and its unique wildlife. It was declared a
UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1992; the park joined the Man and Biosphere
Conservation Network in 1997 and has also received IUCN and ISO 14,001
accreditations.
It is China’s premier national park and is located at elevations ranging between
1,990m (6,529 feet) to 4,764m (15,630 feet) above sea level. Located on the edge
of the Tibetan Himalayan Plateau in Northern Sichuan Province it is easily accessible
by direct flights from Beijing, Shanghai, Xian, Chengdu, Chongqing and Hangzhou.
Jiuzhai Valley provides spectacular scenery throughout the year making it one of
China’s most treasured scenic sites.
BANNF, CANADA
One of the most precious, protected places in the world. A visit here offers the chance
to experience the spectacular Canadian Rocky Mountains and glacier-fed lakes,
wildlife at its wildest and small-town charm that only Banff can offer. Start planning
your trip today.
MOUNT HUANGSHAN , CHINA
MT.Huangshan in east China's Anhui province is one of Chinas ten best-known scenic
spots, It is characterized by the four wonders, namely,odd-shaped pines, grotesque
rock formation, seas of clouds and crystal-clear hot springs. MT.Huangshan is
celebrated for having all the features of mountain scenery. Known as the No. 1
Mountain Under heaven, it features numerous imposing peaks(77 exceed an
altitude of 1,000m), forests of stone pillars and evergreen sturdy pines; other features
include grotesquely-shaped rocks (many of which are individually named, such as
"pig-headed monk eating water melon"), waterfalls, pools and hot springs. Because
of its mists and clouds, natural scenery in the area changes beyond prediction.
XuXiake, a noted Chinese geologist and traveler in Ming Dynasty, praised
MT.Huangshan as the best of all mountains...
PUERTO BANUS , SPAIN
Officially named Puerto Jose Banus, after the architect who designed the town,
Puerto Banús is known as Costa del Sol's playground for the rich and wealthy that
come here for the beaches, the beach clubs and the buzzing nightlife. The shops and
restaurants reflect this expensive lifestyle, with plenty of designer names on offer
around the marina. If you enjoy people-watching and are there during the summer
months you'll never be short of popstars or reality TV stars to spot. If sports cars and
big boats are more your thing, don't worry, there are plenty of Ferraris and luxury
yachts to admire. Explore our Puerto Banus section to find out more about the town
and what there is to do!
HOBBIT VILLAGE, NEW ZEALAND
Matamata is a must see if you're a Lord of the Rings and Hobbit fan. Take a guided
tour of the Hobbiton Movie Set and enjoy the town's fabulous cafes.Two hours south
of Auckland lies the lush farmland of the Hamilton - Waikato region. Famous for
dairying and fine thoroughbred horses, it's easy to see why these green pastures and
rolling hills were chosen to portray Hobbiton and The Shire.
Hobbit fans can visit the Hobbiton Movie Set on a guided tour; it has more than 44
unique hobbit holes, including Bag End (Bilbo's house). As you wander through the
heart of the Shire, you'll get to hear the fascinating commentary about how it was
all created
KAWACHI FUJI GARDENS, JAPAN
KawachiFujien is a private wisteria garden established in 1977. It is open only during
wisteria season and when leaves the leaves change colours in autumn. Generally
wisteria is said to be at its best at the beginning of May, but being in the warm
southern climate of Kyushu, the best time to visit KawachiFujien is in late April.
Approximately 150 trees comprising 22 types of wisteria in a variety of colors grow
in a 10,000 square meters area.
There are many attractions to see in the garden, including 2 kinds of wisteria tunnel,
an 80m long tunel (263ft) and a 220m long (722ft) tunnel, wisteria domes and
wisteria trellises. Wisteria tunnels became extremely popular after they were
introduced on a website in 2012 and have become a tourist attraction for visitors from
all over the world. There are huge wisteria trellises at the end of the tunnels and you
can see wisteria trees which are more than 100 years old. Relax while being
surrounded by wisteria flowers, taking a break and enjoying lunch under a beautiful
wisteria trellis.
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