The capital, 450-year-old Asuncion ("Mother of Cities") merits a visit of unhurried nights - that way, you'll have time to sit in the main square and people-watch. The shopping in this grand city of 729,000 is the finest the country offers, and the cathedral and archaeological museum are both highlights. The governmental architecture is interesting; don't miss the Congressional Palace, Customs House and Government Palace (in the style of the Louvre).

Torremolinos, on Spain’s Costa del Sol, has transformed from a small fishing village into one of the region’s most vibrant seaside towns. Just a short drive from Málaga, it became famous in the mid-20th century as one of the first international beach destinations in Spain, attracting artists, celebrities, and travelers in search of sun and sea.

Cam Ranh is a coastal city in Khánh Hòa Province in south-central Vietnam, located around a sheltered bay along the South China Sea. The area is known for its long coastline, sandy beaches, fishing communities, and dry coastal climate. Cam Ranh Bay forms a deep natural harbor surrounded by hills and is an important maritime area.

Krujë sits on a rocky hilltop above central Albania and has long been a symbol of the country’s history and independence. At Krujë Castle ancient stone walls rise above the town and offer striking views of the surrounding hills and valleys, and inside the fortress visitors find the Skanderbeg Museum, where armor, documents and displays recount the life and battles of Albania’s national hero.

Akumal is THE perfect place in the area to go snorkeling. You might even see a happy sea turtle in its natural habitat since this beach is a sanctuary.