South Africa’s roadside sellers have turned the traffic intersections and pavements into shopping strips, rather conveniently for those who forgot their sunglasses or mobile phone chargers. International tourists often marvel at the energetic perseverance and friendly smiles of the street hawkers. And who knows, you might just want to buy something from them.

Situated amongst the rolling hills of Germany's premiere wine-growing region, Stuttgart is capital of the state of Baden-Wurttemberg in southwestern Germany. Dotted with beautiful historical buildings, impressive parks and fantastic art museums, this modern city is a good stopover for its undulating wine estates, annual beer festival, mineral spa culture and acclaimed ballet, opera and philharmonic companies.

Extreme adventures near Kimberley include the rush of a river zip line, kayaking on the most interesting parts of the Vaal River, a breathtaking bridge swing and some good rock climbing in the area. And these are only some of the adrenalin options around Barkly West in the Northern Cape.

Founded in 1796, Cleveland became an industrial town with the opening of the Erie-Ohio Canal that linked the Ohio River to Lake Erie, and the city's vast iron and coal supplies made it one of the most important steel and shipbuilding centres in the country, a sprawling mass of oil refineries, mills and warehouses along the shores of Lake Erie. Industrial success poured money into the city and wealthy tycoons built the downtown area that today has outgrown its 'steel town' image and is a bustling place, a city of green parklands and lively neighbourhoods with a vibrant atmosphere. Once the heavily-polluted victim of much mockery, its industrial character has moved beyond the city limits and the downtown warehouses and factories now house trendy clubs and restaurants, while museums, and sporting and cultural events attract many visitors to the city.

Dela Paz Corner Dive Spot is located just between the Talicud Island and Samal Island at the southwest coastline of Samal. Talicud Island having oficial name "IGACUS" Island Garden City of Samal is considered as one of the famous diving spot in Philippines. Must divers scurry to this dive site to catch the mesmerizing view of the deep water that cannot be found anywhere in the Philippines. The site is approximately 20 meters down and its protected by the two islands making the current very still and stable. It is best to go diving at this site during the night since the deep sea creatures roam around the coral beds.

They’ve a bite pressure of over two tons per square inch (4 x that of a Great White shark) and they’re notorious man-eaters, so what are you doing getting up close and personal with one? Face your fears at the world’s only croc cage-diving experience at the Cango Wildlife Ranch in Oudtshoorn. Take on the ultimate aquatic thrill, as you’re lowered in a specially designed croc-proof cage, into a heated pool filled with five 4m Nile crocodiles; eye-to-eye with these prehistoric predators you can imagine them sizing you up as a snack! Proof of your courage is a photograph of you surrounded by these fearsome carnivores, so this is one wildlife encounter you’ll never forget. Can’t face the cage? Brave Snapper Gorge, a hanging bridge suspended over the 'Croc Cage' pool where observing the crocodiles that patrol the waters exceeds your wildest expectations.

If any city in the world could be declared the perfect holiday destination, then Santo Domingo would probably be a prime candidate, with its modern sophistication, old world charm and Latin charisma, not to mention its position on the tropical southern Caribbean coast of the Dominican Republic. The only blight on the landscape is the crime rate: robbery, muggings and petty theft are common, so guard your belongings with care.

Eden Nature Park maybe is one of the best places to see when visiting Davao City. It is located Toril, Davao City. Eden Nature Park and Resort is situated at the foot of Mt. Talomo, roughly around 3000 feet above sea level. This mountain resort is famous for its cool climate, fresh food and green vegetation. The resort offers the best view of the beautiful Davao Gulf. Behind the mountain resort lies the majestic Mt. Apo. Eden’s cool weather is consistent all year round.Eden Nature Park is 95% human-made. It is a great model of how humans can re-create nature and rebuild a lost environment.

Auckland is situated on a narrow strip of land, flanked by two magnificent harbours to the east and west. The shallow Manukau Harbour opens out to the Tasman Sea to the west, while the Waitemata Harbour lies at the heart of the city centre and is Auckland's deepwater port. It has a vibrant waterfront that has flourished with the successful hosting of the 2002/2003 America's Cup, the international yachting event of the year, and the trendy restaurants and waterside cafes are a constant hive of activity.

Ho Chi Minh City, better known by its former name of Saigon, is a brazen, industrious and dense metropolis, the largest city in Vietnam and the business capital of the country. With a population of five million, it is crowded, noisy and dirty, yet it is also exciting and historic, the essence of the nation.