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.

Andalsnes is your starting point for a ride on the Trollstigvein (troll's path), a zig-zag drive up mountains and over waterfalls that's out of this world.

Larnaca is a coastal city in southeastern Cyprus, built around a broad bay on the Mediterranean Sea. It is one of the island's main urban centers and combines a long waterfront, sandy beaches, historic neighborhoods, and archaeological sites. The palm-lined Finikoudes promenade runs beside the central beach and continues toward the old harbor and medieval castle.

Cairns is the majestic entrance to Australia's Great Barrier Reef. This warm, tropical destination is located in Far North Queensland. Must-see attractions in Cairns include the Tjapukai Aboriginal Cultural Park, which educates tourists about indigenous peoples, and restaurant and bar-dotted Cairns Esplanade, which has a lagoon for swimming.

Bar, a coastal town in Montenegro, is known for its scenic beaches and centuries-old landmarks. One of the town’s most significant historical sites is Stari Bar, an ancient fortress settlement set against the dramatic backdrop of Mount Rumija.