When it’s time to take a vacation, wouldn’t you love to travel to an exotic destination that’s filled with some real surprises? While most British citizens generally holiday in Southern Europe, you can venture off the beaten path to discover something new and unforgettable. A trip to any one of the following destinations will help you see life in a whole new way.

1. Discover the beach town of Ubatuba, Brazil.

Offering 80 congestion-free beaches and warm, unpolluted ocean, Ubatuba is a welcome escape. Here you can surf, swim, relax and experience Brazil’s sea turtles up close and personal at the local conservation project Projeto Tamar, also known as “Praia do Itagua.” Stop off for more natural refreshment at a series of waterfalls in the lush rainforest around Prumirim falls. This delightful oceanic getaway lies about three hours away from Sao Paulo and six hours away from Rio de Janeiro on the shores of Southeastern Brazil.

2. Find more pleasure on Moorea Island in French Polynesia.

With one of the biggest coral reef ecosystems on Earth that’s made up of 3,000 separate reefs, it’s ideal for scuba diving and snorkeling. Visitors can also witness the beauty of this underwater world from a glass-bottomed boat tour. This heart-shaped island contains Tahitian white and black pearl farms, aquariums, botanical gardens, Tahitian dancing performances, and chances to swim with dolphins or even watch Humpback whales in this tropical paradise. Hike up Magic Mountain or take an ATV tour to the top for incredible panoramic views. Moorea lies only 19 kilometers west of Tahiti.

3. Experience untouched paradise on Thailand’s Ko Lipe Island.

For those who value solitude in an idyllic, natural setting, Ko Lipe island is the perfect, hidden gem in the Southern region of the Andaman Islands you’ve been looking for. Snorkeling, swimming, eating and sunbathing are the primary delights to enjoy in this secluded corner of the world. With pristinely white beaches and no cars, the only transportation here is by foot, bicycle, motorcycle taxis, or the occasional taxi-truck. Bring all your cash with you because there are no ATMs here. Free Wi-Fi is available at some restaurants. Ko Lipe is a one-hour speed boat ride from Langkawi, Malaysia, or you can take a ferry there from Pakbara terminal on the Thai mainland.

4. Taste luxury in the wild at Serengeti National Park in Tanzania.

Offering a new Four Seasons resort in Central Serengeti National Park in 2018, you can now stay amidst the most beautiful wildlife sanctuary in East Africa with royal treatment. Safari tours take you to encounters with leopards, cheetahs, lions, buffalo, elephants, zebras, wildebeests and rhinoceros. The resort also offers trips to Ngorongoro Crater, the biggest, unbroken caldera on Earth. You can also venture to Lake Victoria, the world’s second-largest freshwater lake, for a fishing trip and bird watching. Hot air balloon safaris are also available for the more adventurous to see the Eastern coastline of Africa.

5. See history come alive in the picturesque landscape of Hobart, Tasmania.

A “Traveler’s Choice 2018 Award” winner from Trip Advisor, this destination has waterfront cafes with fine wines, housed in centuries-old, antique warehouses overlooking a lively harbor of yachts and fishing boats. You’ll find a dynamic arts scene and vibrant nightlife here after the day’s sightseeing excursions. Tour Cascade brewery in the morning, then dine at the brewery’s restaurant before joining “Louisa’s Walk” to explore the historic sites where British convicts stayed in the 19th century. Visit the ghost town of old Port Arthur, or try a short cruise to the Isle of the Dead and its museums. Mountain climbing and biking are also breathtaking at snow-capped Mount Wellington nearby.

6. Soak up the views of the Ukraine’s Crimean peninsula over fine wine.

Crimea rests on the scenic cliffs of the Black Sea coast with 300 days of sunshine to enjoy. You can visit the old palaces that still stand from the days when Crimea was a resort for tsars and Politburo’s upper class. Tour the previously top-secret Soviet submarine base in Balaklava museum that’s strong enough to endure nuclear attacks. Therapeutic mud baths are a popular way to relax here, and no visit is complete without tasting the wine from Massandra vineyard, originally built for the last Russian ruler in the 19th century.

7. Unleash your Bohemian spirit at Valparaiso, Chile.

A vibrant port city exuding colorful personality, this destination is known for its faded mansions and 19th-century monuments among the worn cobblestone streets. A breathtaking landscape of 42 hills ascending sharply from the ocean’s edge is yours to enjoy while dining on creative seafood dishes and local delicacies like “chorrillana,” which is a combination of fried steak, potato and egg smothered in onions. After the new year’s Carnaval de Valparaiso with a fireworks show over the harbor, stay at one of the antique mansions that are now converted into a plush boutique hotel, and you won’t regret it.

8. Feel the prestige of the ancient Roman empire in Jarash, Jordan.

Only 30 miles from Jordan’s capital city, Amman, Jarash was the temporary seat of the Roman empire under Emperor Hadrian back in A.D. 129. The dry desert sands have made these ruins among the best-preserved relics of Roman rule in the world. Chariots once raced through the Cardo Maximus while gladiators fought at the Hippodrome. These days, the South Theater hosts live summertime performances of both international and national music and poetry that are the pride of Jordan. Most visitors stay in nearby Amman where more lodging choices like the Sheraton hotel and Four Seasons resort are available.

9. Venture into mystical foreign culture in Bagan, Myanmar.

Filled with thousands of religious monuments to the early Burmese Buddhist kings of old, Bagan holds true to its roots without adopting common Western trends. View the monuments at dawn with a “Balloons Over Bagan” special trip: an excursion in a hot air balloon with sparkling wine to help sponsor local community service projects. Later in the day, ride down dusty bike trails to explore the unknown. Don’t forget to take home exquisite, handmade lacquerware and bamboo boxes to remember your special trip.

10. Savor the delights of Quito, Ecuador.

Experience Andean healing practices of massages with rose petals, nettles and sweet herbs when you stay at places like Casa Gangotena on the plaza. The Spanish colonial center at the heart of this city became a UNESCO World Heritage site in 1978. Museums and sites like Casa del Alabado showcase pre-Columbian art and relics that breathe new life into ancient mysteries of old. A vibrant nightlife blossoms in Quito’s historic center with live music on Calle La Ronda that’s unforgettable.

Let these vacation ideas inspire you to seek out new sights on your next holiday abroad. After all, there are a lot more exciting places to visit out there besides another crowded Spanish beach or Florida’s Walt Disney World.