Piazza della Rinascita is the centre of public life in Pescara, and as such is bursting with life both in its public space and in its elegant cafés. It serves as an excellent spot for people-watching while you bask in the warm afternoon sun. In addition, the square occasionally transforms into a lively hub, hosting outdoor concerts and festivals.

Penang’s famous butterfly farm at Entopia Natureland is the world’s largest. With garden pavilions and breeding areas for more than 50 species of spectacularly colourful butterflies and insects, which all the same share this ecological space with a variety of other animal species such as invertebrates and small reptiles, up to 4,000 gorgeous living specimens can be seen at any time.

Cheong Fatt Tze, the Blue Mansion, was one of the wealthiest merchants of the 19th century, and Penang Straits Settlement imported artisans from China to build this opulent 38-room mansion. With its five courtyards, carved woodwork, Gothic louvered windows and cast iron, the mansion is a fascinating fusion of East and West culture. The building was restored at a cost of 7.6 million ringgit, and it is crammed with sculptures, antique furniture and tapestries, while now being a unique boutique hotel. However, it is also open for non-residents during guided tours, so book one ahead.

Sugar Beach, named after the Red Path sugar factory located in the vicinity, is indeed a sweet spot for Toronto residents during the summertime. Conveniently located in close proximity to the Financial and Entertainment Districts, the Beach makes for a perfect relaxing venue.