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From the dazzling heights of Table Mountain to the sparkling blues around its impressive waterfront, Cape Town brims with attractions for nature lovers and culture buffs.

Sheltered from the rough sea swells by two rugged headlands, this brilliantly blue lagoon is a boating and watersports hotspot.

Inspect the intriguing features of this historic beacon of light and talk to one of the last full-time light keepers in South Africa.

Swim beneath the cascades of a series of waterfalls that plunge into a pristine basin after you take a scenic drive that follows the Langevin River.

Enjoy the stunning views of Table Mountain and Robben Island and relax on the long sandy stretches in this neighborhood.

Cycle like a local, go snorkeling near rocky outcrops and beachcomb through the seaweed harvest along this secluded haven of tranquility.

This rugged French tropical island offers beautiful scenery, wildlife and adventure. Hike up an active volcano, dive in coral reefs and embrace the island\'s culture.

This rugged French tropical island offers beautiful scenery, wildlife and adventure. Hike up an active volcano, dive in coral reefs and embrace the island\'s culture.

In the heart of the island of Réunion is a town where you will find artisan workshops, thermal springs and spectacular hiking trails.

Swim beneath the cascades of a series of waterfalls that plunge into a pristine basin after you take a scenic drive that follows the Langevin River.

This rugged French tropical island offers beautiful scenery, wildlife and adventure. Hike up an active volcano, dive in coral reefs and embrace the island\'s culture.

In the heart of the island of Réunion is a town where you will find artisan workshops, thermal springs and spectacular hiking trails.

This rugged French tropical island offers beautiful scenery, wildlife and adventure. Hike up an active volcano, dive in coral reefs and embrace the island\'s culture.

This rugged French tropical island offers beautiful scenery, wildlife and adventure. Hike up an active volcano, dive in coral reefs and embrace the island\'s culture.

This rugged French tropical island offers beautiful scenery, wildlife and adventure. Hike up an active volcano, dive in coral reefs and embrace the island\'s culture.

This rugged French tropical island offers beautiful scenery, wildlife and adventure. Hike up an active volcano, dive in coral reefs and embrace the island\'s culture.

Swim beneath the cascades of a series of waterfalls that plunge into a pristine basin after you take a scenic drive that follows the Langevin River.

This rugged French tropical island offers beautiful scenery, wildlife and adventure. Hike up an active volcano, dive in coral reefs and embrace the island\'s culture.

This rugged French tropical island offers beautiful scenery, wildlife and adventure. Hike up an active volcano, dive in coral reefs and embrace the island\'s culture.

Discover historic architecture, natural wonders, picturesque beaches and a vibrant food market at this town on the northwest coast of Réunion.

An energetic town on Réunion’s south coast has Creole culture, colonial architecture, bustling markets and a year-round offering of vibrant festivals.

Drive along a scenic mountain pass, hike to vast craters and watch a firework-like display of spewing lava at one of the world’s most active volcanoes.