Authentic

A collection of 25 places curated by Josephine

Places in this collection

  1. Morioka

    other

    Iwate, Japan

    A laid-back castle town surrounded by mountains, known for incredible noodles and local life with few tourists.

    MoriokaView on Google Maps

  2. Girona

    attraction

    Girona, Spain

    Day trip from Barcelona, check Renfe website for train schedules and book tickets.

    GironaView on Google Maps

  3. Koh Kood

    attraction

    Beautiful beach with palm trees and clear turquoise water, showcasing morning magic.

    Koh KoodView on Google Maps

  4. Troyes

    attraction

    10000, France

    A French city with historic half-timbered houses, a large cathedral, and charming streets, described as a hidden gem and a day trip idea from Paris.

    TroyesView on Google Maps

  5. Merida

    attraction

    Yucatan, Mexico

    The cultural heart of the Yucatan region, with sixteenth century plazas and authentic food.

    MeridaView on Google Maps

  6. Lecce

    attraction

    73100 Lecce, Province of Lecce, Italy

    Surnamed the Florence of Puglia, a beautiful and vibrant city.

    LecceView on Google Maps

  7. Teatro all'Antica

    attraction

    Via Teatro, 9, 46018 Sabbioneta MN, Italy

    A covered theatre designed for performances, notable for its scenography incorporating Roman references and sophisticated use of perspective, marking its modernity in architectural history.

    Teatro all'AnticaView on Google Maps

  8. Socotra

    attraction

    Socotra, Yemen

    Remote island in the Arabian Sea with a unique ecosystem evolved over millions of years of isolation. Features iconic Dragon's Blood trees, bottle trees, jagged mountains, limestone caves, and untouched coastlines. Travel possible only through licensed local tour agencies due to lack of tourist infrastructure.

    SocotraView on Google Maps

  9. Wieliczka Salt Mine

    attraction

    Daniłowicza 10, 32-020 Wieliczka, Poland

    Vast underground salt mine with tunnels and chambers.

    Wieliczka Salt MineView on Google Maps

  10. Cu Chi Tunnel

    activity

    Phú Hiệp, Củ Chi, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam

    Tunnel system created for survival and protection.

    Cu Chi TunnelView on Google Maps

  11. Troglodytic dwellings and the world of the ksour of southern Tunisia

    attraction

    GWXV+W4C, Sidi Meta, Tunisia

    Underground homes created to escape extreme climates.

    Troglodytic dwellings and the world of the ksour of southern TunisiaView on Google Maps

  12. Coober Pedy

    attraction

    South Australia 5723, Australia

    Underground homes and tunnels created to escape extreme climates.

    Coober PedyView on Google Maps

  13. Derinkuyu Underground City

    attraction

    Bayramlı, Niğde Cd., 50700 Derinkuyu/Nevşehir, Türkiye

    Underground city created for survival, protection, or to escape extreme climates.

    Derinkuyu Underground CityView on Google Maps

  14. Underground Caves

    activity

    Piazza del Duomo, 23, 05018 Orvieto TR, Italy

    Underground city carved into rock for survival, protection, or to escape extreme climates.

    Underground CavesView on Google Maps

  15. Turku Archipelago

    attraction

    Pargas, Finland

    One of the world's largest archipelagos with over 40,000 islands, offering hidden gems like forests, fishing villages, wild islands, and breathtaking landscapes. It's a region focused on calm, nature, and well-being, described as having 'the most comfortable silence in the world'.

    Turku ArchipelagoView on Google Maps

  16. Turku

    attraction

    Finland

    The oldest city in Finland, it's small and walkable with many things to do like visiting the cathedral, walking along the Aura River, exploring the covered market for culinary specialties, or visiting one of its 25 museums and art galleries. It's also the gateway to the Archipelago of Saaristo.

    TurkuView on Google Maps

  17. Relais Val d'Orcia

    accommodation

    S.P. 53 Km. 17,6 Podere Tribbioli, 53026 Pienza SI, Italy

    A stunning estate set among the rolling hills and iconic landscapes of Tuscany, surrounded by vineyards and olive groves, embodying the charm of the Italian countryside.

    Relais Val d'OrciaView on Google Maps

  18. T7 Paris

    bar

    Pl. des Insurgés de Varsovie, 75015 Paris, France

    Techno/Underground club listed in Paris.

    T7 ParisView on Google Maps

  19. Esragnolles Cascade de Clars

    attraction

    Escragnolles, France

    A waterfall with turquoise water on the French Riviera.

    Esragnolles Cascade de ClarsView on Google Maps

  20. Le Vallon Gaï

    attraction

    83570 Cotignac, France

    A waterfall located in Cotignac.

    Le Vallon GaïView on Google Maps