It's the largest of the three U.S. Virgin Islands, lying 40 miles south of St. Thomas and St. John. While its history is laced with tales of pirates and privateers, the island today maintains a slower, more quiet pace than its sisters to the north.

The Philippines is an archipelago of more than 7,600 islands in Southeast Asia, known for its striking coastlines, tropical forests, and vibrant cultural diversity.

Nigeria, located in West Africa, is a country known for its diversity in culture, language, and landscapes. It is home to over 200 million people, making it the most populous country in Africa.

Mirissa, on the southern coast of Sri Lanka, is a seaside town that blends golden beaches, turquoise waters, and a laid-back atmosphere. Known for its crescent-shaped bay fringed with palm trees, it offers one of the island’s most inviting spots for swimming, surfing, and lounging by the sea.

This city in the Rhine Gorge is known for its winemaking, dramatic landscapes and 15-minute cable car ride to the Niederwald Monument (celebrating the German victory over France in 1871).