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Beginning at Palmetto Point, at the southeastern most tip of the island, and separating the rough Atlantic waters from the quiet tranquility that is Codrington Lagoon, is a narrow swath of barrier land that runs north for 11-miles, and on one side includes one of the most stunning and isolated beaches in the Caribbean. A strip of pillow soft pink sand runs parallel to the calm turquoise, crystal-clear lagoon and apart from the Lighthouse Bay Resort, there is nothing here but sand and sea. No other hotels, or bars, or restaurants or evening a fishing shanty interrupt the natural landscape. And the remoteness of Barbuda, and this beach in particular, make it perfect for meditation, solitude or romance as it’s often void of other people too.

While many of Ecuador’s volcanoes allow hikers to their craters, a few invite you into their mysterious interior too. At Quilotoa, 3 hours from Quito, you start at the summit. Enter into a small village, perching above one side of the 1.8 mile-wide caldera, then walk the sanded path down to a spectacular 250-meter-deep central lagoon. Don’t worry. Although the volcano is active, the last eruption was over 850 years ago. Those wishing to stay can sleep in a tent in the caldera or at the basic hostel on the shore of the teal-tinged water. Rafting is available, though make sure you maintain some strength for a return journey that could leave you slumped against a volcanic slab gasping for air. But if it’s all too much, just hop on a horse and glide to the top. It’s advisable to venture down early for reduced crowds and clear weather. A good tour company to use is CarpeDM (www.carpedm.ca) who offer transport from Quito, food throughout the day, and expert guides.

If you’re going to Acapulco, you might want to consider staying in Pie de la Cuesta, 10km to the north. It offers relaxation and tranquility that are hard to come by in Acapulco but is still close enough so that you can take a taxi into the resort town if the mood strikes to party all night. During the day, however, Pie de la Cuesta can’t be beat. It has a pretty beach to the west with spectacular sunsets; a lagoon to the east with its own bird sanctuary; several nice beachside hotels, and the best huachinango al mojo de ajo (garlic red snapper) you will ever eat at the beachside Restaurant Tres Marias.

Discover why the picturesque Mamanuca and Yasawa Islands have become popular destinations for couples.

Whether it’s beach days, wildlife viewing, or island flavors, this seven-day travel itinerary has everything your family needs for the perfect getaway in Aruba.

See Jamaica’s natural beauty, from waterfalls to bioluminescent lagoons, enjoy spa treatments, and savor local cuisine with this five-day itinerary.

Get off-the-beaten path with this dreamy 12-day itinerary through the untouched wilderness.

Food and rugged beauty star on this nine-day itinerary in Perth and the Margaret River Region for nature lovers and foodies alike.

Discover majestic whale sharks, gorges, and more on this seven-day itinerary for a spectacular coastal drive through Western Australia.

Thailand has some of the most beautiful beaches in the world, and this itinerary takes you to the best of the best.

On this week’s episode of Travel Tales by AFAR, cookbook author Yewande Komolafe journeys to Lagos, Nigeria, the city where she was born for food, family, and a new sense of self.

On this week’s episode of Travel Tales by AFAR, we explore two regions in Argentina that most travelers miss.

Sail around the island from Reykjavik, stopping to see magnificent glaciers, spouting geysers, and warm geothermal pools on this 10-day land-and-sea cruise.

This seven-day itinerary invites you to explore the unparalleled scenic landscapes and the rich heritage of French Polynesia.

Journey through Lima and Cusco in Peru, followed by the 15th-century Inca citadel of Machu Picchu before embarking on a small-ship cruise to see the wildlife of Ecuador’s Galápagos Islands.