Chios, an island in the northeastern Aegean, offers a quieter alternative to the bustling tourist hubs.
Renowned for its medieval villages, mastic production, and unique traditions, Chios provides an authentic Greek island experience. Explore the medieval mastic villages of Mesta and Pyrgi, where narrow alleys and ornate facades tell tales of a bygone era.
From a beach in Western Australia made from shells 10 metres deep to tropical shell-strewn beaches in Cambodia and Costa Rica, beachcombers are sure to find something precious on these bountiful shorelines