North America

The only English-speaking country in Central America, Belize is shaped by its unique mix of cultures. Home to the second-largest barrier reef in the world, it holds a rich Maya heritage, with ancient cities like Caracol still emerging from the jungle.

Whether you're a beach person or not, it's hard not to be enchanted by the Caribbean. Ditch your phone. Ditch your laptop. It's the perfect place to relax and reset.

'Pura vida' is a concept warmly embraced in Costa Rica: from luscious mountainous, landscapes to tropical sands (the ultimate surfer's paradise) and eco-friendly boutique hotels, life here is for living. It's about time you get exploring. 

Watching a container ship slide through the Panama Canal locks is one of those genuinely jaw-dropping moments that lives up to the build-up. Panama City is a more interesting place than its transit-hub reputation suggests, with a beautifully restored old quarter, a serious food scene and a skyline that has no business being this dramatic. Beyond the capital, rainforest, archipelagos and indigenous communities reward those who venture further.