Visit Merida

Visit Cancún, a resort city on Mexico's Yucatán Peninsula. Explore the Mayan ruins of Chichén Itzá (a UNESCO World Heritage site with the iconic El Castillo pyramid), snorkel in the crystal-clear waters of the Great Mesoamerican Reef (the second-largest coral reef system in the world), and experience the vibrant nightlife and beaches of the Hotel Zone. Don't miss trying local Yucatecan dishes like cochinita pibil (slow-roasted pork) at a traditional market.

Visit Guadalajara, Mexico's second-largest city and capital of Jalisco state. Explore the historic center with landmarks like the Guadalajara Cathedral (a 16th-century Spanish Renaissance structure with twin towers) and Hospicio Cabanas (a UNESCO World Heritage site housing murals by Jose Clemente Orozco). Experience local culture at the Mercado San Juan de Dios (one of Latin America's largest indoor markets for crafts and food) and try traditional dishes such as birria (spicy stew) and tortas ahogadas (drowned sandwiches).

Visit Oaxaca, a vibrant city in southern Mexico known for its rich indigenous culture and culinary heritage. Explore the Zócalo (main square with historic buildings and lively atmosphere), visit the Templo de Santo Domingo (a stunning 16th-century Baroque church with gold leaf interior), sample traditional dishes like mole negro (complex sauce with chocolate and chiles) and tlayudas (large crispy tortillas with toppings), and browse the Mercado Benito Juarez (a bustling market offering local crafts, textiles, and food).

Visit Monterrey, the capital of Nuevo León in northeastern Mexico. Explore the Macroplaza (one of the largest city squares in the world, home to the Faro del Comercio laser monument and the Government Palace), hike up Cerro de la Silla (the iconic saddle-shaped mountain offering panoramic city views), and try cabrito (traditional roasted goat dish) at a local restaurant. Discover the Museo de Arte Contemporáneo (MARCO) for modern Latin American art and the Parque Fundidora (a former steel mill turned urban park with museums and gardens).

Visit Mexico City, the capital of Mexico. Explore the historic center with the Zócalo (main square) and Templo Mayor (Aztec ruins), see the Frida Kahlo Museum in Coyoacán (dedicated to the iconic artist), and visit the National Museum of Anthropology (home to the Aztec Sun Stone and extensive pre-Columbian artifacts).

Visit Amsterdam, capital of the Netherlands. Cruise the UNESCO-listed canal ring (17th-century waterways with over 1,500 bridges), see masterpieces by Rembrandt and Vermeer at the Rijksmuseum, explore the Anne Frank House (historic hiding place during WWII), and wander the Jordaan district (picturesque streets with cafes and boutiques).

Visit Barcelona, capital of Catalonia in Spain. See the Sagrada Familia (Antoni Gaudí's unfinished basilica with intricate facades and towering spires), stroll down La Rambla (tree-lined pedestrian street with street performers and La Boqueria market), explore Park Güel (Gaudí's whimsical public park with mosaic-covered structures and city views), and admire the Gothic Quarter (medieval streets with the Barcelona Cathedral and Roman ruins).

Visit Bangkok, capital of Thailand. Explore the Grand Palace (home of the Emerald Buddha and intricate Thai architecture), take a boat ride along the Chao Phraya River (passing temples and local life), shop at Chatuchak Weekend Market (one of the world's largest markets with over 15,000 stalls), and sample street food like pad thai and mango sticky rice at Yaowarat (Chinatown's vibrant food scene).