Belinda Durda, The Travel Agent Next Door

I pick the palm tree on the far right. Lots and lots of beach-bubble space on Playa Del Carmen's Playacar in Mexico.

Almost looks like a hobbit town in New Zealand or a quaint village in the UK, but no. It's Nordby on lovely Fanoe Island in Denmark.

For National Geographic, it’s not about luxury, although most of their lodges offer plenty of that. It's also about protecting natural and cultural heritages, supporting local communities, and focusing on environmentally friendly practices.

The Fjallaback Nature Reserve is where you'll find the Torfajökull Mountains and some of the most popular hiking trails, hot springs, and hot pools in the Highlands of Iceland.

Crystal clear waters, majestic manatees, and adventures everywhere you turnDiscover Crystal River and you’ll step into awesome!

Bears are on the minds of the owners and operators of a National Geographic lodge. At Seal River Heritage Lodge, a 30-minute flight north of Churchill, Manitoba, it’s polar bears that are front and centre, quite literally.

Beautiful Cape Town and iconic Lion's Head as seen from Table Mountain National Park. The ultimate photo opp.

Tortuga Island in Costa Rica. No sales pitch needed.

Where are you dreaming of visiting in Scotland? The Highlands has my heart.

Looking for a more intimate and luxurious travel experience to Ireland and Scotland? Brendan Vacations fully customizable hand-crafted vacations begin with a professional chauffeur and the finest accommodations, plus expert guidance along the way is included!

Och Aye Isle of Barra, Outer Hebrides Castlebay in Scotland looks like a movie set to me.

Journey back in time on our brand-new steamboat. And enjoy the low prices of yesteryear.