Experience Norway's dramatic arctic archipelago
Experience French countryside, lavender fields, and historic villages
Climb Kilimanjaro, safari Serengeti, and relax on spice-scented Zanzibar of Tanzania
Dive pristine reefs, mountain backroads, and coastal villages of East Timor
Hike cliffside monasteries, high passes, and pristine valleys of Bhutan
Drift Sundarbans mangroves, tea hills, and river life of Bangladesh
Explore ancient monasteries, volcanic highlands, and generous wine culture of Armenia
Visit Middle East
Visit Vilnius, the capital of Lithuania. Explore the UNESCO-listed Old Town with its Baroque architecture and the Gediminas' Tower (historic castle ruin offering panoramic city views). See the Gate of Dawn (iconic shrine with a revered painting of the Virgin Mary) and visit the Museum of Occupations and Freedom Fights (housed in the former KGB headquarters, detailing Soviet-era history).
Visit Rhodes, the largest of Greece's Dodecanese islands. Explore the medieval Old Town (UNESCO World Heritage site with the Palace of the Grand Master), see the ancient Acropolis of Lindos (cliff-top ruins with views over St Paul's Bay), relax at Anthony Quinn Bay (a scenic cove named after the actor), and visit the Valley of the Butterflies (a natural reserve with thousands of Jersey tiger moths in summer).
Visit Phnom Penh, the capital of Cambodia. Explore the Royal Palace (home to the Silver Pagoda with a floor of over 5,000 silver tiles), learn about the country's history at the Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum (a former high school turned prison), and stroll along the Sisowath Quay for views of the Tonle Sap and Mekong rivers.
Visit Mostar, a historic city in Bosnia and Herzegovina. Walk across the iconic Stari Most (Old Bridge), a 16th-century Ottoman bridge rebuilt after the war, and explore the Old Town with its cobblestone streets and traditional shops. See the Koski Mehmed Pasha Mosque for panoramic views and visit the Museum of Herzegovina to learn about local history and culture.
Visit Lviv, a historic city in western Ukraine. Explore the UNESCO-listed Old Town with its cobblestone streets and landmarks like Rynok Square (central market square with Renaissance and Baroque townhouses) and the Latin Cathedral (Gothic church dating to the 14th century). Sample local specialties such as Lviv coffee (served in atmospheric cafes) and try Lviv syrnyky (cheese pancakes).
Visit Hoi An, a historic port city in central Vietnam. Explore the Ancient Town (a UNESCO World Heritage site with well-preserved 15th-19th century buildings), cross the Japanese Covered Bridge (a 16th-century wooden bridge with a temple), browse the Central Market (famous for fresh produce and local crafts), and relax at An Bang Beach (a scenic stretch of white sand with beach bars).
Visit Hobart, the capital of Tasmania. Explore the Museum of Old and New Art (MONA, Australia's largest private museum with provocative contemporary art), climb Mount Wellington (1,271m peak offering panoramic views over the city and Derwent River), stroll through Salamanca Place (historic sandstone warehouses now housing galleries, cafes, and the famous Saturday market), and sample fresh seafood at the waterfront, like oysters from nearby Bruny Island.
Visit Fez, Morocco's cultural and spiritual capital. Explore the UNESCO-listed medina of Fes el-Bali, one of the world's largest car-free urban areas, with its labyrinthine alleys and historic gates like Bab Bou Jeloud. See the University of al-Qarawiyyin, founded in 859 AD and considered the oldest continuously operating university. Admire the intricate zellij tilework and cedar wood carvings at the Bou Inania Madrasa, and experience the vibrant tanneries of Chouara, where leather has been dyed using traditional methods for centuries.
Visit Edmonton, festival city of Canada
Visit Cardiff, capital of Wales. Explore Cardiff Castle (a medieval fortress with Roman origins and Victorian Gothic interiors), stroll through Bute Park (a large green space along the River Taff with arboretum and historic landmarks), see the National Museum Cardiff (home to Impressionist art and natural history exhibits), and catch a rugby match at the Principality Stadium (iconic 74,500-seat venue for international sports and events).
Visit Busan, South Korea's second-largest city and major port. Explore Gamcheon Culture Village (colorful hillside houses and art installations), relax at Haeundae Beach (popular 1.5km sandy stretch with festivals), see the historic Beomeosa Temple (Buddhist temple founded in 678 AD with mountain views), and sample local street food like ssiat hotteok (sweet pancakes with seeds and nuts) at Jagalchi Market (largest seafood market in Korea).
Visit Buenos Aires, the vibrant capital of Argentina. Explore the historic neighborhood of La Boca (famous for its colorful houses and tango culture), see the iconic Obelisco (a 67-meter monument at the intersection of Avenida 9 de Julio and Corrientes), visit the Recoleta Cemetery (resting place of Eva Perón and ornate mausoleums), and enjoy a traditional asado (Argentine barbecue) or empanadas in Palermo's trendy dining scene.
Visit Bilbao, the largest city in Spain's Basque Country. Explore the Guggenheim Museum Bilbao (Frank Gehry's titanium-clad masterpiece housing contemporary art), stroll through the Casco Viejo (historic old town with the Santiago Cathedral and Plaza Nueva), ride the funicular up Mount Artxanda for panoramic views, and sample pintxos (Basque tapas) in the lively bars of the Indautxu district.
Visit Bangalore, the capital of Karnataka in India. Explore the Bangalore Palace (a Tudor-style mansion inspired by Windsor Castle), stroll through Lalbagh Botanical Garden (home to a 300-year-old silk cotton tree and glasshouse), and try local street food like masala dosa at Mavalli Tiffin Rooms (MTR).
Visit Alexandria, Egypt's historic Mediterranean port city. Explore the Bibliotheca Alexandrina (modern revival of the ancient Library of Alexandria with museums and planetarium), see the Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa (Roman-era burial site blending Egyptian, Greek, and Roman art), and stroll along the Corniche (seafront promenade with views of Qaitbay Citadel, a 15th-century fortress built on the site of the ancient Lighthouse of Alexandria).
Visit Adelaide, capital of South Australia. Wander the Botanic Garden (glasshouse rainforest, restored 19th-century palm house), see Australian and Indigenous art at the Art Gallery of South Australia, browse the historic Central Market (one of the largest undercover fresh produce markets in the Southern Hemisphere), and take in a match or tour at the Adelaide Oval (iconic cricket ground with heritage scoreboard and city views).
Visit the largest Australian state
Discover Adelaide, the Barossa Valley, and Kangaroo Island
Explore the legendary city ruins in Turkey
Learn ice hockey basics - from skating with a stick to passing and shooting
Learn windsurfing basics - from board control to wind awareness and basic maneuvers
Complete a 50km walking challenge - test your endurance in this long-distance walking achievement
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