In this self-governing country within the kingdom of Denmark, the patriotic and welcoming Faroese lead peaceful lives despite harsh weather conditions.

A stone's throw away from Vancouver Island, Salt Spring Island is known as British Columbia's go-to place for hippies. Its inhabitants enjoy the self-sufficiency and tranquility of their community.

Hawaii Island is the largest of them all, yet it is the least visited by tourists.

France's youngest region, Reunion Island, is also referred to as the "Intense Island" because of its splendid and sometimes harsh geography. However, life on this island is anything but intense.

Creativity is deeply embedded in Cubans, who practice eco-agriculture and are developing an increasingly prosperous private sector.

Off the coast of southern Japan, Okinawa is said to hold the secret to long life. With a laid-back atmosphere and very rich cultural history, it is adapting to changing times.