Taraz is a historic city in southern Kazakhstan, located in the Talas River valley near the Kyrgyzstan border. Its position along the routes linking Central Asia with China made it an important center of trade and settlement, and archaeological remains around the city reveal its long role as a regional crossroads. Today, Taraz combines modern urban life with mausoleums, archaeological parks, museums, and remnants of ancient settlements.

Iqaluit is the capital of Nunavut and the largest community in the territory, located at the head of Frobisher Bay on southern Baffin Island. The city is surrounded by rocky hills, tundra, freshwater ponds, and broad coastal waters, with a landscape shaped by Arctic weather and seasonal sea ice. Iqaluit serves as Nunavut's administrative, transportation, educational, and commercial centre, while remaining closely connected to traditional Inuit activities.

This is not your typical view of white sand. White Sands National Park is the world's largest gypsum dune field.

Plettenberg Bay is the jewel of The Garden Route. It's more than a village, less than a town. Plettenberg Bay is tranquil and charming, hospitable and rather special. Originally christened "Bahia Formosa" (beautiful bay) by early Portuguese explorers, Plettenberg Bay can now be accessed by first class national roads, by sea or by scheduled air flights.

Fuzhou is the capital of Fujian Province in southeastern China, located along the lower Min River near the coast. The city combines a dense urban center with hills, waterways, parks, and historic neighborhoods. It is known as an important center of Min culture and as the birthplace of Fujian cuisine.

The Gambia is a small West African country known for its rich culture, scenic river landscapes, and warm, welcoming communities. The country is centered around the Gambia River, which flows through the nation and supports agriculture, fishing, and river-based tourism.