Hilton Head Outfitters, located at the Palmetto Dunes Oceanfront Resort and on 11 miles of lagoon, is the perfect place to get ready for a day of kayaking or canoeing. Several types of kayaks, including individual or two-person makes, are available. They also have canoes for two or three people for rent. Along with providing kayaks and canoes, Hilton Head Outfitters offers bike rentals, boat rentals, and fishing. It is a very family-friendly place and a wonderful way to see the island.

The effervescent Parrot Mountain and Gardens is located just outside Pigeon Forge and is a must for families, friends, locals, and visitors. The four acres harbor hundreds of tropical birds and thousands of trees, plants, and flowers. Guests are given the opportunity to interact directly with the beautifully plumed birds, petting and feeding them in the designated area. There is even a nursery where guests are welcome to hold the baby birds. Overlooking the Great Smoky Mountains is the deck, where lunch from the deli may be enjoyed while the birds serenade. A secret garden is lush with birds flying freely and pathways that display all of the gorgeous flowers.

The area around Grand Bay (=Grand Baie) was the first one to develop mass tourism, and up to this very day, it still remains the centre of tourist attraction. The small town in the North is bustling with locals and tourists alike, as it boasts many leisure activities and charming boutiques, as well as a vibrant nightlife and – of course – the famous beach La Cuvette.

Balos Beach is a more relaxed and less frequented beach on the south side of the island of Samos, but it is by no means less picturesque than some of the more popular beaches.