Imagine living in a castle that has survived wars, fire, and centuries of change — and still holds royal banquets today. Welcome to Windsor Castle, not just the oldest but also the largest occupied castle in the world. This isn’t a relic frozen in time; it’s a royal residence, a fortress, a chapel, and a living museum all wrapped into one stone-clad wonder.

When you think of paradise, chances are your mind drifts to powdery white beaches, turquoise lagoons, and towering limestone cliffs rising straight from the sea. Welcome to the Phi Phi Islands — a sun-drenched archipelago off the coast of Krabi that’s famous for its jaw-dropping beauty and for starring in one of the most iconic travel films ever: The Beach.