Shangri-La City, formerly known as Zhongdian, was renamed after the fictional paradise of James Hilton's "Lost Horizon" in an effort to promote tourism in 2001. Located in northwestern Yunnan province, Shangri-La is commonly used as a gateway into Tibet.

Kitakyushu, located in northern Kyushu, Japan, is a city that seamlessly combines industrial prowess with cultural and natural attractions. Formed from the merger of five cities in 1963, Kitakyushu has a strong industrial history, particularly in steel production, while also investing heavily in environmental sustainability and urban revitalization.

El Chaltén sits at the edge of Los Glaciares National Park in Argentina’s Patagonia region, framed by the iconic peaks of Cerro Fitz Roy and Cerro Torre. Its remote location beside the Río de las Vueltas makes it a gateway to dramatic landscapes of granite spires, glacial streams and wide steppe plains.

Trebinje, the southernmost city in Bosnia and Herzegovina, sits just a short drive from the Adriatic coast but offers a completely different rhythm. Framed by hills and set along the Trebišnjica River, the city has a history stretching back to Roman times. The river that winds through the city is one of the longest sinking rivers in the world and often disappears underground and resurfaces in various places.

Alaska's largest city is the perfect place for anyone who wants a vacation filled with wildlife, outdoor activities, glaciers and gorgeous parks. Explore the rich culture and history of the indigenous people at the Alaska Native Heritage Center, hike the exquisite landscape of Flattop Mountain and finish the day with one of the many diverse restaurants and local beers.