Fairytale Destinations

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Colmar, France

Picturesque Colmar in France, looks like it came straight out of a fairy tale. This tiny town in Alsace, Colmar is called the "Capital of Alsatian Wine". With its pretty squares, fountains and canals, it is also called the "little Venice" (la Petite Venise).

Faroe Islands

‘The Lord of the Rings' scenery of Faroe Islands truly makes you believe the archipelago is inhabited by hobbits and elves. Located halfway between Iceland and Norway, in the heart of the Gulf Stream in the North Atlantic, the 18-island archipelago is home to beautiful dramatic landscapes of volcanic peaks and oceanic waves hitting against the rocky shoreline.

Neuschwanstein Castle, Germany

The Neuschwanstein Castle was constructed on a rugged hill in the 19th century for Ludwig II, the castle's fixtures were revolutionary at that time: the building had running water and toilets with automatic flushing on every floor as well as a heating system. Today, the Neuschwanstein is the main stop on the Romantic Road, the Bavarian trail of ancient towns and castles.

Cappadocia, Turkey

If there was a fairy tale about the enchanted land of clay, its setting would look like Cappadocia. Located in central Turkey it is famed for its pottery and unique rock formation in which the ancient people carved out their houses and churches. The region is also home to the odd-looking rock formations called "fairy chimneys" that can be found in various shapes such as cones, mushroom-like forms, columns and pointed rocks.

Hoi An, Vietnam

Hoi An in Vietnam is home to more silk lanterns than people. Situated on the coast of the South China Sea, the town used to be an important port and trading centre. Hoi An's fabulous atmosphere blended with captivating hospitality and fairytale architecture make the town one of the most rewarding destination in South-East Asia.

Greenland

Unspoiled, remote and untraveled, Greenland is a land of wilderness, unbeaten tracks, raw landscapes and jaw-dropping vistas. Though cold and rugged, Greenland is a place of unforgettable atmosphere warmed up by the magical aurora borealis and colourfully painted houses.

Bamboo Forest, Japan

Located in Kyoto, Japan, the landscape of the Bamboo Forest resembles the scenery of the Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon. Bamboo is a symbol of longevity in China, a symbol of friendship in India, and in Japan many Shinto shrines are surrounded by a bamboo forest which is considered a sacred barrier against the evil.