Porvoo, Finland, is a charming and picturesque town that transports visitors back in time with its well-preserved medieval atmosphere. Located just 50 kilometers east of Helsinki, it is one of Finland’s oldest cities, founded in the 14th century. Its most iconic feature is the Old Town, with its cobblestone streets, wooden houses painted in vibrant reds and yellows, and the majestic Porvoo Cathedral, which dates back to the 15th century.

In ancient times, Kaanapali was a royal retreat for the rulers of Maui, who delighted in the perfect three-mile stretch of white sand beach, the gentle waves, warm sunny days and the majestic West Maui Mountains. Maui royalty surfed, raced their outrigger canoes, feasted at luaus that lasted for weeks, and where the Kaanapali Golf Course now blankets the land, they played ulu maika, a form of lawn bowling with heavy lava balls.

No place on Earth quite compares to Antarctica, this stunning and vast continent is cold and windy, containing 90% of the ice in the world. Those who brave a visit here are rewarded with beautiful glaciers that must be seen to be believed, and a vast array of wildlife such as whales, penguins, Arctic foxes and seals.

Kyle of Lochalsh, located on the west coast of the Scottish Highlands, serves as a gateway to the Isle of Skye via the Skye Bridge, but the village itself deserves more than a passing glance. Once the terminus of the Highland Railway, the town still welcomes visitors by train on one of the UK’s most scenic routes. The line from Inverness to Kyle passes through remote glens, past lochs and mountain ranges, ending just steps from the waterfront.

Toulon, a vibrant port city on the French Riviera, is a hidden gem waiting to be explored. Known for its deep natural harbor, Toulon has long been a significant naval base for France, and the city's maritime heritage is still very much alive today. Visitors can explore the bustling Toulon Harbor, where yachts, fishing boats, and naval vessels coexist in a lively display of seafaring life.