The opposite of any tropical island, but with mesmerizing landscapes and a natural beauty, hard to find these days.
The largest open space in London, covering almost 1,000 hectares (2,500 acres) and home to a huge array of wildlife.
Opened in 2004 by the Queen, this is a beautiful fountain in Hyde Park, built in the memory of Princess Diana.
Carbis Bay is a treasure waiting to be discovered, with a beautiful private and uncrowded beach.
Opened in July 2002, this unusually shaped building stands on the south bank of the River Thames near Tower Bridge.