The opposite of any tropical island, but with mesmerizing landscapes and a natural beauty, hard to find these days.
Opened in July 2002, this unusually shaped building stands on the south bank of the River Thames near Tower Bridge.
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.