On Cook Strait sits Wellington, New Zealand's charming windy city. Must-sees here include the waterfront, the lovely beaches, and the Wellington Cable Car that takes riders to botanical gardens. For cultural exposure, visit The Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa, with its Maori national treasures and art gallery. Wellington Zoo is another key attraction, and features Tahi, a one-legged kiwi, as its mascot.

Located next to the Kander River, with miles of well-marked hiking trails amid breathtaking scenery.

Dominica, known as the “Nature Island of the Caribbean,” is a haven for eco-tourists and adventure seekers. Nestled between the French islands of Guadeloupe and Martinique, this lush island boasts a remarkable landscape of volcanic mountains, dense rainforests, and stunning waterfalls. Dominica’s most iconic natural wonder is the Boiling Lake, the second-largest hot spring in the world.

The Tobago Cays are a small cluster of uninhabited islands and reefs in the Southern Grenadines, known for their crystalline waters, coral formations, and vibrant marine life.

South of Paris, the Cathedrale Saint Etienne, one of the most beautiful Gothic churches in France is here.