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Hovden is part of Setesdal, a region recognized for its distinctive Norwegian folk traditions and strong rural identity. Music and dance are especially important, with the Setesdal tradition of playing the hardingfele fiddle and munnharpe jaw harp included on UNESCO's Intangible Cultural Heritage list. The area also has a long connection with metalworking. The Hovden Museum of Iron Production presents a reconstructed iron-smelting facility and explains how local ore was processed using charcoal.
Elephant Island, a remote outcrop off the coast of Antarctica, is not your average travel destination. Known for its dramatic cliffs, towering glaciers, and wild, ice-laced seas, this island is both stark and unforgettable. Located 245 kilometers northeast of the Antarctic Peninsula, Elephant Island is rarely visited except by specialized expedition cruises.
This island in the Gulf of Thailand is known for white sand beaches, lush national parks, and night markets packed with fresh seafood. Visitors can spend mornings snorkeling, afternoons exploring temples, and evenings tasting local fish sauce, one of the island’s specialties.
Greece is a country where layers of history sit side by side with everyday life. In Athens, visitors can stand at the foot of the Acropolis and look up at the Parthenon, built more than 2,400 years ago, then walk a few blocks to modern cafes buzzing with conversation and music. The city’s neighborhoods, like Plaka and Monastiraki, offer both ancient ruins and small family-run shops selling handmade sandals and olive oil soap.
Lille, the lively capital of France’s Hauts-de-France region, is a city where Flemish charm meets French sophistication. Once an important industrial hub, Lille has reinvented itself as a cultural and artistic center without losing its historic character.
New York is more than a state, it’s a collection of vivid contrasts where small-town traditions meet global icons. Beyond the skyscrapers of Manhattan, visitors discover everything from glacier-carved lakes in the Finger Lakes region to quiet mountain villages in the Adirondacks. In upstate towns like Saratoga Springs and Hudson, restored main streets are lined with galleries, cafés, and antique shops, offering a slower pace steeped in local pride.
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Reshaped by volcanic activity, the rugged yet enchanting Santorini beckons all seafaring souls in the Aegean Sea. Visitors to this breathtaking and romantic Cyclades archipelago will gaze at the whitewashed cubiform houses sitting cliffside and hovering over the water.
Santorini is technically an active volcano, and perhaps the only volcano on the planet with its crater situated in the sea. But don't worry too much; the last eruption was 3600 years ago. Instead, couples and tourists should explore, taste the local wine, and lounge in the sun on black sand beaches. As the sun sets dramatically, visitors will find a taverna or bar and toast their impeccable taste in travel destinations.
Learn More About Santorini
Museum of Prehistoric Thira
See impressive artifacts from various archaeological digs of Santorini.
Paralia Vlichada
Dramatic cliffs are the backdrop of this sandy white beach.
Getting Around
Walking and taking a bus are the two primary ways to get around Santorini. KTEL buses go from Fira, the capital, to other towns on the island. Taxis are also available.
Other Popular Destinations in Greece
Athens
Ancient history comes alive in Athens, the capital of Greece. Gaze in wonder at the Acropolis and its iconic crown, the Parthenon. Take a deeper dive into the past and visit both the Acropolis Museum and the National Archaeological Museum, which house fascinating artifacts from this ancient city.
Mykonos
This gorgeous, breezy island is a lively paradise without equal. A celebratory atmosphere will be found here, from dance clubs and DJs to summer tourists simply reveling in the good life.