Istanbul
Istanbul is a city built on layers of empire. Spanning two continents, it was once the capital of three major empires: Roman, Byzantine, and Ottoman. Visitors walking through the Sultanahmet district can witness this timeline firsthand, from the Roman-era Hippodrome to the Byzantine mosaics of Hagia Sophia, and the towering minarets of the Blue Mosque. At nearby Topkapi Palace, rooms still display the jeweled swords, ceremonial robes, and handwritten Qurans once used by Ottoman sultans.
Port Moresby
Port Moresby sits by the Coral Sea as Papua New Guinea’s capital and shows visitors a city of contrasts where glittering new buildings rise beside traditional villages built on stilts. One such place is Hanuabada, the original Motuan village, where roofs reach above water’s edge and everyday life still unfolds in Tok Pisin and local tongue.
Nuva Hiva
Nuku Hiva, the largest island in the Marquesas archipelago, offers an unparalleled escape into Polynesian paradise. This rugged island is renowned for its dramatic landscapes, characterized by lush valleys, towering cliffs, and volcanic peaks.
Esperance
Esperance sits on the southern coast of Western Australia, where wide blue seas meet miles of white sand beaches and rocky headlands. The coastal town grew from pearling and pastoral beginnings into a laid-back seaside destination with a backdrop of rugged terrain and ocean views.
Sheffield
Sheffield, once the global heart of the steel industry, has evolved into a city where industrial heritage meets green landscapes and a growing creative scene. Known historically for innovations like stainless steel, Sheffield still celebrates its roots at sites like the Kelham Island Museum, where restored machinery and interactive exhibits tell the story of the city’s engineering legacy.
