Varadero, set along Cuba’s Hicacos Peninsula, is one of the Caribbean’s most renowned beach destinations. Its 20 kilometers of powdery white sand and clear turquoise waters have made it a favorite for relaxation, water sports, and resort stays.

Gaspé sits at the eastern tip of the Gaspé Peninsula in Québec, where the St. Lawrence River opens into the Gulf and the land feels distinctly maritime.

A major port city on the River Scheldt, Antwerp, Belgium, is a cultural, historical, and commercial hub and the country's most populous city. Known as the "diamond capital of the world," Antwerp is renowned for its cut diamonds.

Golubac is a gateway to the Iron Gates Gorge, a stretch of the Danube River that separates the Carpathian and Balkan mountains.

Colonia del Sacramento is where time lingers. Founded in 1680 by the Portuguese and later contested by the Spanish, the town’s past is etched into its cobblestone streets and weathered facades. The Barrio Histórico, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is compact enough to walk in an afternoon yet layered with centuries of stories. Visitors can explore remnants of the original city walls and climb the iconic lighthouse for sweeping views of the Río de la Plata.