73 www.womanthismonth.com July 2014 July 2013 Swimmers and surfers should head to the eastern beaches. Eastern Europe Cities like Paris, Rome and Zurich are some of the most obvious locations that come to mind when you think of Europe. But the much forgotten Eastern half of the continent offers a bevy of travel options. From architecture, art and culture, history, shopping and entertainment, these small countries will leave you charmed. Prague is a great place to start; then we suggest you make a road trip out of this one, charting your own route and stopping at leisure. Traverse along to the cultural hub Tallinn in Estonia, the galleries of Budapest, cafés and markets of Belarus or head to the Julian Alps at Slovenia’s dramatic northwest frontier with Italy. Make sure to visit the incredibly scenic Vršič Pass here. The long days of European summer remain full of activity; the cities are alive during the after hours. The hotels are great and relatively cheaper. You’ll always find great food, entertainment, weather and people. New Zealand This country offers a lot more than the breathtaking scenery you have seen in The Lord of the Rings movies. While you might not spot any hobbits, there are plenty of discoveries in store for your family. You could walk on some of the most amazing beaches or explore a parrotfilled jungle with its own glacier. Enjoy a day at a high country sheep station, where you can check on baby lambs and watch the sheepdogs do their work or take a jet boat ride on the Dart River. You’re in for a variety of experiences from the metropolitan hustle-bustle of Queenstown to the tranquillity of Northland. Even though its winter, Bay of Plenty has wonderful thermal areas to enjoy, in addition to kayaking and white-water rafting. Adults can enjoy the produce of some award-winning wineries, some of the most scenic walks on earth and fine shopping. Witnessing the biodiversity of the region would be great for kids.
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