Rapallo, set along Italy’s Ligurian coast between Portofino and Chiavari, is a seaside town that combines history, elegance, and Riviera charm.

St. Kitts and Nevis, a twin-island nation in the Leeward Islands of the Caribbean, offers a rare combination of lush landscapes, colonial history, and vibrant local culture.

Bandar Seri Begawan, the capital of Brunei, sits along the Brunei River and combines traditional charm with modern infrastructure. The city is known for its stunning Islamic architecture, including the Sultan Omar Ali Saifuddien Mosque, with its golden dome and marble minarets reflecting in the surrounding water.

Malacca, also known as Melaka, sits along Malaysia’s west coast and is one of Southeast Asia’s most historically layered cities.

Funafuti Atoll, the capital of Tuvalu, is a narrow strip of land wrapped around a brilliant turquoise lagoon that stretches over 20 kilometers across. Despite being just 600 meters at its widest point, Funafuti is the heartbeat of the country, where government buildings, homes, schools, and the island’s only airport all coexist along sandy roads lined with coconut trees.