Here are five of the worlds most exciting destinations for art, design and photography inspiration for the year ahead
- Peruvian Amazon, Peru
The Amazon rainforest covers more than 60 percent of the country of Peru. It is the fourth largest rainforest in the world and boats remarkable biodiversity, best of wilderness and natural wonders. You’ll find low jungles, high jungles, flooded forests, cloud forests, vast swamps, jungle ruins, waterfalls, creepy isolated mountain peaks and even the worlds largest noted thermal river - which in fact is well known as the boiling river of the Amazon. Absolutely perfect for photographers seeking inspiration with nature.
- Agra, India
The magical allure of the Taj Mahal draws tourists to Agra like moths to a wondrous flame. The Taj Mahal has been undergoing restoration for most of the last year, covered by scaffolding. This year you get to see it in all its full glory. There is also lots of fun to be had in the buzzing marketplaces as well as the magnificent fort and liberal sprinkling of fascinating tombs and mausoleums.
- Dubai, UAE
The luxury getaway city of iconic skyscrapers, the palm - islands, the Dubai frame which is a viewing platform that showcases the old Dubai from the new Dubai and has been been described by the Guardian as the “biggest picture frame on the planet”, as well as city sized world class malls, indoor ski slopes, beautiful white sandy beaches, stunning dunes, the only said to be 7 star hotel in the world, and not to forget the most breathtaking skydive for all the adrenaline junkies over the luxurious man-made palm islands. What is there not to love about it! You can also dip a toe into local culture by visiting the heritage village on the creek and learn about historic pearl diving treasures as you walk through a tented bedouin village and ancient armoury, a photography tour can also be arranged from the top photographers in Dubai. Or go for a dessert safari, enjoy local culture and spend the night sleeping under a magically lit galaxy of stars for a memorable night under the Arabian sky.
- Oman
A land of diversity where horseback riders can explore the Hajar mountains, go deep into the twisting gorges of Wadi An Nakhur, and gallop for miles on end, along the ever so beautiful Gulf of Omans pristine beaches, and fall in love with the stunning endless red dunes of the Rub Al Khali. As the oldest state in the Arab world, Oman has embraced modernisation and still retained its rich culture and heritage, making it the absolute perfect travel destination for those looking out for an authentic Arabian experience.
- Greenland
Did you know roughly 80 percent of the island is covered by the Greenland ice sheet, no roads connect the towns. Which means you either sail or soar into the wild via a charter boat, a ferry, a plane or a helicopter. Witness a fascinating once in a life time stunning northern lights display which is best seen in remote northeast Grrenland national park - this infant is the worlds largest national park and covers an area of more than twice the size of California. Climbing the solid rock walls of south Greenlands Fjords is a must do. To top it all off, the worlds largest island celebrates 10 years of self rule in 2019.