A former trading port and now a fascinating itinerary stop for any Vietnam traveler, Hoi An's illuminated lanterns beckon you. Each lunar month on the 14th day, electric lights are turned off in favor of traditional lanterns. Must-sees in this well-preserved locale include Quan Cong Temple, the 1700s-era Japanese Covered Bridge, An Bang Beach with its white sands, and Hoi An Night Market, abuzz with local sellers offering food and unique wares.

Liège, located along the Meuse River in eastern Belgium, is a city shaped by industry, resilience, and an independent spirit that dates back centuries. Once the capital of a powerful prince-bishopric, Liège has always done things its own way and is lived-in and layered with working neighborhoods, student cafés, and markets that tell the city’s real story. Every Sunday, locals gather at La Batte, one of the oldest and largest outdoor markets in Belgium.

Billings, Montana sits on the edge of the vast plains and at the base of ancient sandstone cliffs known as the Rimrocks. These formations frame the city and provide miles of scenic overlooks, hiking trails, and even fossil beds. From Swords Park, visitors can walk or bike along the paved trail that follows the rim’s edge, offering sweeping views of downtown, the Yellowstone River, and distant snowcapped peaks.

Montréal is a city shaped by layers of French and British history, with modern flair built into every corner. Founded in 1642 as Ville-Marie, it’s one of the oldest cities in North America. Visitors walking through Old Montréal will find cobblestone streets, 18th-century buildings, and landmarks like the Notre-Dame Basilica, known for its deep blue interior and grand organ with over 7,000 pipes.

Wamena is a part of Irian Jaya and shares a landmass with Papua New Guinea and it's peoples culture is very similar to the Papuans. From snow capped mountains to jungles, from swamps to glaciers there is much to explore in this less traveled, diverse region.

St. Lucia is an island of verdant landscapes in every direction: A dense rain forest rises up and covers The Pitons' twin peaks, and in the valleys, the sun's rays dance upon the large yellow-green leaves of banana plants. Beyond all the greenery, you'll find isolated coves, stunning beaches, colonial towns, quiet fishing villages and first-class yachting facilities.