Arizona’s desert city, Scottsdale, is ideal for those looking to gain out-of-the-ordinary lifelong skills and experiences. In this unique setting framed by the Sonoran Desert, guests can learn the ropes of authentic cowboy culture at Arizona Cowboy College. Choosing between one-day to week-long sessions, guests will rope, ride and round up cattle in the desert alongside real life cowboys to reinforce the skills of self-resilience and determination. Owner and senior instructor Rocco shares his expertise on penning, rider safety and equitation, encouraging guests to step outside their comfort zone as they master the saddle, learn to lasso and feed, groom and bathe the cattle. Come the final day, guests will put their skills to the test as they join Rocco on an educational trek up the nearby Seven Springs mountain. During their stay, guests are provided with breakfast, lunch and dinner in the main house and will sleep in the cosy bunkhouse, complete with wooden beds and a rainbow of rosettes covering the guest room walls. A three-day session at Arizona Cowboy College starts from just £959 ($1,250) per person including airport transfers, all meals and bunkhouse accommodation.

Go shipwreck diving in the Bermuda Triangle

Where: Bermuda

Bermuda, an archipelago of 7 main islands and 170 named islets, lies 1,050 km east of Cape Hatteras (North Carolina, U.S.) and is famously known as the shipwreck capital of the world, with more shipwrecks per square mile than anywhere else on the planet. The mythical Bermuda Triangle has attracted the attention of curious historians and avid divers for years. Diving around this island offers hours of fascinating entertainment exploring the world beneath the waves. Among the best shipwrecks to explore are the famous Cristonal Colón, The Constellation & Montana and the Mary Celestia, all of which draw in travellers far and wide looking for one of the greatest underwater adventures on the planet.

Go clear-bottom kayaking in the brightest bioluminescent bay in the world 

Where: Puerto Rico

Puerto Rico is home to three of the world’s five bioluminescent bays: Fajardo Bioluminescent Bay, La Parguera and Mosquito Bay. These rare ecosystems happen when microscopic, single-celled organisms called dinoflagellates grow in quantities big enough to produce a “glow-in-the-dark” effect when stimulated by movement. When you paddle or splash the water, these organisms light up in a neon blue-green colour, and so does everything they come in contact with, giving a star-like reflection to the water.

For a one-of-a-kind experience, head to the world’s brightest bay, Mosquito Bay on the island of Vieques, where you can enjoy this surreal experience at night in a clear bottomed kayak. When planning your visit, it’s important to consider the phases of the moon as the glowing effect is better appreciated during nights with a new or crescent moon. Situated a short, six-mile ferry ride from the mainland, Vieques is a lesser-known island and travellers can also bask in its gallery of breathtaking views and pristine, black sand beaches. Practically untouched by the inflow of tourists, visitors can also expect to come face-to-face with wildlife with almost 3000 wild horses roaming the island.