THIS ARTICLE IS AVAILABLE IN ENGLISH AND SPANISH. The capital of Catalunya, Spain, has a well-deserved reputation as one of the world’s most enticing urban centres. Little wonder that over 14 million travellers visit Barcelona every year. With a vibrant culture that dates back nearly 2000 years, this most popular tourist destination in Spain has something to offer everyone. From UNESCO-listed World Heritage sites to beautiful beaches and artistic charms, Barcelona boasts the kind of unusual and eclectic range of fascinating of things to see and do that keeps people coming back for more.

Originating at the 4,650-metre La Cumbra pass, the World’s Most Dangerous Road connects La Paz to northern Bolivia’s Amazon, descending through 69 kilometres (43 miles) of awe-inspiring rainforest scenery to arrive at the sleepy town of Coroico. The road itself is no wider than 3.2 metres at any stage and the lack of guardrails covering the 600-metre precipitous drops means that there is no room for error when negotiating its hairpin bends.

Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe, has long been referred to as the adventure capital of the world, a place where adrenaline is served right alongside an ice-cold Zambezi lager. Fittingly, in addition to the classic sampling of active stunts like whitewater rafting and the adrenaline high-wire thrills, this playground for daredevils also lays claim to one of the most heart-pounding bungee jumps in the world.

Vang Vieng has gained a reputation as the adventure sports capital of Laos. There is no end in sight to its high-intensity fun and games, including 10-metre jumps from swings into the Nam Song River, cycling, kayaking, rafting and much more. My two greatest experiences here have been hot-air ballooning and rock climbing.