Makarska, nestled along the stunning Dalmatian Coast of Croatia, is a gem that blends natural beauty with vibrant culture. The town is renowned for its picturesque setting between the Biokovo Mountain range and the azure waters of the Adriatic Sea. The Makarska Riviera boasts some of Croatia's most beautiful beaches, such as Punta Rata, known for its fine pebbles and crystal-clear water.

Winnipeg, the capital of Manitoba, sits at the meeting point of the Red and Assiniboine Rivers. The city’s cultural landscape is broad and bold, Winnipeg being home to the Royal Winnipeg Ballet, one of the oldest ballet companies in North America, and the Winnipeg Art Gallery, which houses the world’s largest public collection of contemporary Inuit art.

Bridgetown, the lively capital of Barbados, is a city where history and Caribbean culture meet on the island’s southwestern coast. Founded in the 17th century, its historic core is recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, with landmarks that reflect both British colonial influence and local heritage.

Lifou Island, the most populous of the Loyalty Islands in New Caledonia, is a flat, former coral atoll with abundant vegetation and surrounded by secluded coral reefs which many say offer some of the best snorkeling in the world.

Karpathos is marked by the peculiar Karpathian houses, built of carved stone, full of embroidery and characteristic interior decorations. From Pigadia you may visit Kyra Panagia, a picturesque bay with a marvelous beach and a monastery of the same name. A little further, on the northern promontory of Karpathos, lies the Diafani village; on the nearby little island of Saria we see Palatia, with ruins of the ancient city of Nisyros.