Great idea for a thread
@latawiec . I'd like to ask in this thread how people choose a hidden gem? How do you find them, how do you decide to go there etc. Really interested in this topic.
For one thing, don't feel compelled to only go where others have been or to places that have been Instagrammed. Do venture off the beaten path. In other words, follow the passions, interests and curiosity of your own heart. Sometimes the best places are not widely blogged or posted about online.
Back in 2012, there seemed very little on the Azores until RyanAir finally launched cheap-cough flights there
after we went. I just liked the pictures but couldn't find anything in Lonely Planet at the time. No doubt this has since changed.
Likewise, I found almost nothing about Palm Island in QLD so just went to find out for myself.
I booked a hotel that became a favourite in Argentière, the next town up the valley from Chamonix. It was not listed on
any hotel booking website whatsoever, but I did happen to notice it when zooming in on Google Maps.
The isle of Barra looked stark and remote in a captivating way that only Scotland does and that meant a flight landing on the beach. That was enough. That, and the fact that
Dad's Army's Frazer was from there only added to the fun.
Visited Rangitoto Island after looking at the ferry map in Auckland and picking a route at random. I didn't care where because I was just happy seeing the city from the harbour. The fact that Rangitoto had a few hiking trails meant that I knew I'd find it appealing.