181 Port of Kyoto, Japan A 40-minute drive from the Port of Kyoto is Amanohashidate, one of three scenic spots that comprise ‘The Views of Japan’. Literally, Amanohashidate means ‘bridge to the heavens’ and was chosen as the name for the 3.6-kilometre-long sandbar because it looks like a bridge leading up into the sky from various lookout points. The sandbar, which is filled with around 8,000 Japanese pine trees, can be viewed from lookout points at either end and visitors are able to walk or cycle across it, take a ferry ride alongside it, or swim at the beach. The traditional way to observe Amanohashidate is to stand facing away and gaze back through one’s legs in the ‘matanozoki’ pose. Kaohsiung, Taiwan Taiwan is a hub for cruise lines in East Asia. One of its well-known cruise terminals is Port of Kaohsiung, which plays a vital role in giving an inviting first impression for passengers arriving in Taiwan. The Kaohsiung Port Cruise Terminal opened in March 2023. The building’s 3D-curved surfaces create a streamlined appearance similar to that of a whale and is capable of accommodating the world’s largest 250,000gt cruise ships. Since opening, the terminal has also been described as a “museum” by some travellers. From the port, cruise passengers can go on authentic excursions to Lotus Pond, Kaohsiung Confucius Temple, Cijin Island, Cheng Ching Lake, the Spring and Autumn Pavilions, the city of Tainan, and immerse in the traditional culture at sites such as Chihkan Tower and Koxinga Shrine. Prince Edward Island, Canada Experience PEI is a leader of experiential tourism on the island, focusing on trips that provide a genuine connection to the location and a learning experience. The operator’s ‘Fun with Falcons’ activity gives people the chance to watch a falcon in full flight – something most people have never seen. During this experience, master falconer Peter shares his knowledge about the birds and, if the conditions are right, visitors can watch as he trains the birds to fly free and return to a lure at speeds of up to 200 miles per hour. Even if conditions don’t allow for flying, visitors can don the falconer’s glove and hold a falcon. FEATURE
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