South Island, New Zealand
New Zealand's largest island is a haven for outdoorsy types keen on soaking up the country's jaw-dropping scenery. Whether you're hiking around Lake Tekapo, bird-watching on the Otago Peninsula, stargazing from the Mount John Observatory, diving in Milford Sound or kayaking in Abel Tasman National Park, you'll enjoy impressive panoramas. When you need a break from nature, check out Christchurch's eclectic street art or Dunedin's 19th-century Larnach Castle.