First Sight

OKINAWA, JAPAN

By Amanda MacKenzie, Audley Japan specialist

“I’ve always thought of Okinawa as a collection of sandy beaches and coral reefs, so when I jumped in my rental car to explore Ishigaki Island, I never expected to find scenery like this. From the base of Uganzaki Lighthouse, I basked in the beauty of the rocky cliffs and the bay below, trying to find the perfect angle for a photo. It was a rare moment of silence after a long day navigating the crowds at Kabira Bay, and getting to enjoy such a beautiful view, without another soul around, was the perfect end to the day.”

FIRST SIGHT

TEMPLE OF NEFERTARI, ABU SIMBEL, EGYPT

By Nick Slater, Egypt specialist

“Relocated in 1968 due to the creation of Lake Nasser, the Abu Simbel temples were constructed over 3,000 years ago and feature some of the largest remaining statues built in ancient Egypt. The scale of this site is hard to comprehend and it boasts impressive views over Lake Nasser. I took this photo of the Temple of Nefertari in the morning, before the crowds arrived. I recommend taking the short flight from Aswan to spend time exploring both temples inside and out.”

FIRST SIGHT