A photo on the cover of a guide, no matter how seductive, is only a starting point, a spark that ignites the fuse.
It never suffices to structure an entire trip, let alone to discover less known places that require real investigation.
Imagine my students: I show them an image of the Egyptian pyramids, it intrigues them, but it is the work on history, geography, and texts that will truly prepare them for the trip, even if it's just a journey through books.
To find these hidden gems like The Wave, deep research and steps are needed, well beyond the initial visual impression.