Tropical beaches, green space, wildlife, and dazzling sunsets all draw tourists to Darwin. Visitors should also discover the city's art museums, Mindil Beach's night markets and the local seafood. And did you know that this area of Australia has more crocodiles than anywhere on the planet?

Kaziranga National Park stretches across the floodplains of the Brahmaputra River in Assam, shaped as much by water as by wildlife. Established in the early 20th century, it became central to conservation efforts in India, most notably for the greater one-horned rhinoceros. The park’s history reflects a long negotiation between protection, seasonal flooding, and the human communities that live around its edges.

Lanzarote, the northernmost of the Canary Islands, is a striking destination characterized by its volcanic landscapes and unique architectural heritage. Known for its otherworldly scenery, the island boasts a remarkable volcanic terrain shaped by eruptions in the 18th and 19th centuries. The Timanfaya National Park is a highlight, where visitors can witness geothermal demonstrations and explore the dramatic lava fields on a guided tour.

Located at the foot of the Pyrenees in southwestern France, Lourdes is best known for the Marian apparitions reported by 14-year-old Bernadette Soubirous in 1858. These events transformed the small market town into one of the most visited pilgrimage sites in the world. The Sanctuary of Our Lady of Lourdes, which includes the Grotto of Massabielle, the Basilica of the Immaculate Conception, and the underground Basilica of St. Pius X, draws millions each year.

This quaint port city is breathtakingly beautiful! Surrounded by peaks, Seward fjords are the perfect whale and porpoise habitat, and both seals and puffins fill the Alaska SeaLife Center. Those looking for a challenge can hike the western trail to the summit of Mount Marathon.