Xiamen Botanical Garden is a lush escape from the city’s hustle. Home to over 5,000 species of tropical plants, the garden weaves together picturesque winding paths, ponds, and rock formations in a setting that feels both serene and expansive. There are also themed areas such as the Bamboo Forest, Bonsai Garden, and Rose Garden. The Xiamen Botanical Garden is the kind of place where you can wander aimlessly, discovering hidden corners and marvelling at the diversity of plant life. If the city buzz is starting to wear on you, an afternoon here offers a refreshing reset.

A ride in a carriage pulled by horses is a highlight of a trip to Vienna for many tourists. Today it is hard to imagine the cityscape without the Viennese horse-drawn carriages. A tour in a horse-drawn carriage is a very atmospheric way to explore the beauty of Vienna. Carriage ranks can be found at Stephansplatz, Michaelerplatz, Heldenplatz, Albertinaplatz, Petersplatz and outside the Burgtheater. For that extra special occasion, you can book a carriage ride complete with typical specialties and delicacies paired with sparkling wine.

The compact yet informative archaeological museum of Astypalaia provides visitors with a brief runthrough the rare finds which have been made on the island. Exhibits include jewellery, tools, ceramics, and other items dating from between the prehistoric period and Medieval times.