Paraty is a charming coastal town in Brazil’s Rio de Janeiro state, known for its colonial architecture, cobbled streets, and artistic heritage.

Russia attracts thousands of tourists each year who have a taste for cathedrals and monasteries, fine art, theater, museums, and the Russian culture in general.

Located along the British Columbia coast, it is the last northern road access to the coast and the a ferry port for the BC ferry system.

Wick’s location at the mouth of the River Wick provides a dramatic coastal setting, with cliffs, sandy beaches, and the North Sea stretching into the horizon.

Astana, officially known as Nur-Sultan, is the modern capital of Kazakhstan and a striking example of contemporary urban design in Central Asia.