At 517 metres, Pico do Facho is the highest point on Porto Santo and one of the island’s most spectacular viewpoints. Its name comes from facho, a signal fire once lit here to warn the local population of approaching pirate ships. The trail to the summit is moderately easy, suitable for most walkers who are comfortable with uneven terrain and a bit of uphill hiking. It typically takes around 2 to 2½ hours for a round trip at a leisurely pace. Along the way, the trail offers occasional lookout spots where you can pause to take in the island’s volcanic ridges and sweeping landscapes. Once at the summit, you’ll be treated to full 360-degree views: the island’s long golden beach stretched below, rugged volcanic hills rolling inland, and the Atlantic fading into the horizon.

Muckross Abbey is a major ecclesiastical site situated in Killarney National Park. It was founded in 1448 as a Franciscan friary by Donal McCarthy Mor and is in a remarkable state of preservation.

Take a relaxing stroll along the Detroit Riverwalk, where the sights and sounds of the river offer a perfect escape from the city hustle. As you walk, you’ll catch views of Ontario, Canada just across the water, with the skyline of Windsor in the distance. Watch as seagulls go through their daily lives, boats showing off their vivid colors on a dark blue carpet, while a soft breeze flows through your hair.