The small scenic harbour of Paralimni is overlooked by the chapel of Agios Nikolaos, which adds some island colour to the place. Visitors can rest and have a coffee while enjoying fine views of the sea and the harbour and watching the boats come and go. At sunset the whole scenery is even more breathtaking.

One of the greenest cities in the world, Vancouver is home to countless bird species. Eagles, herons, snow geese, owls, gulls, jays and sandpipers — you can find them all here. Casual watchers and serious ornithologists will enjoy the abundance of bird life in the region. The temperate rainforest, alpine landscapes and waterways bring you a variety of species like nowhere else in the urbanized world. You will be reaching for binoculars even downtown. Stanley Park, Pacific Spirit Regional Park, George C. Reifel Migratory Bird Sanctuary, the Brackendale community and Boundary Bay are excellent places to see our feathered brethren. Check out the Nature Vancouver webpage for an impressive list of bird-watching spots.

Etna, Europe’s largest active volcano, stands about 3,330 metres high between Catania and Taormina. It erupts regularly and since 2002 visitors are not allowed to climb to the top of any of its four craters (hiking up is allowed). Regular buses depart for Etna from Catania.

When exploring the historic city of Rimini, Piazza Cavour makes for an excellent starting point for your walk. This square, once a bustling marketplace, has evolved into one of the city's vibrant social hubs. You'll find an array of bars and shops adorning its periphery. Along one side of the square, you'll encounter some remarkable historical buildings, including Palazzo Garampi, Palazzo Arengo, and Palazzo Podestà. At the heart of it all stands the Fontana della Pigna, which, in its current form, serves as a testament to the enduring history of this place, as it dates back to Roman times.