Loch Ness stretches over 23 miles through the Scottish Highlands, holding more freshwater than all the lakes in England and Wales combined. Best known for its elusive resident, the so-called Loch Ness Monster, the loch has sparked international curiosity since the first modern "sighting" in 1933. While Nessie remains elusive, the surrounding landscape offers clear reasons to visit with steep hillsides, forested trails, and ancient ruins framing one of Scotland’s most iconic bodies of water.

Along the banks of the Moselle River, Cochem is a charming village known for Reichsburg castle as well as its old town, with its half-timbered houses.

The Turks and Caicos Islands, a British Overseas Territory in the Atlantic, are celebrated for their luminous turquoise waters and powder-soft beaches. Grace Bay on Providenciales is the most famous stretch of sand, consistently ranked among the world’s best, where calm seas and vibrant reefs invite both relaxation and adventure.

Rocamadour is a remarkable village set against a steep limestone cliff in the Lot department of southwestern France. Its stone buildings, narrow lanes and ancient sanctuaries rise in stages above the Alzou River valley, giving the settlement a striking silhouette that has drawn visitors for centuries. Pilgrims have come here since the Middle Ages to see the Black Madonna in the Chapelle Notre-Dame and to walk the Chemin de Croix.

Oaxaca, nestled in the heart of southern Mexico, is a city where ancient traditions and vibrant culture thrive. Renowned for its rich history and indigenous heritage, Oaxaca offers a unique blend of pre-Columbian, colonial, and modern influences. The city's historic center, a UNESCO World Heritage site, is a testament to its past, featuring stunning colonial architecture such as the Santo Domingo de Guzmán Church, a masterpiece of Baroque art.