Kigali, the capital of Rwanda, is a city that blends modern energy with deep cultural roots. Set among rolling hills, it offers striking views at nearly every turn.

Osaka is a city that thrives on contrasts with centuries-old castles sit just blocks from neon-lit arcades and high-speed trains. Once known as “Japan’s kitchen” during the Edo period, Osaka played a key role in rice trading and food distribution across the country. Today, visitors can walk the grounds of Osaka Castle, originally built in the 16th century by Toyotomi Hideyoshi, and take in panoramic city views from the top floor of its museum.

Located in Greece's Lesser Cyclades, Naxos is an island in the South Aegean Sea and popular for its spectacular beaches. A favorite tourist destination, Naxos is home to a variety of ancient ruins, including the Temple of Apollo - Grotta, the Temple of Demeter, and Apano Kastro.

San Ignacio sits in western Belize’s Cayo District on the banks of the Macal and Mopan Rivers, where the town and its sister settlement of Santa Elena are linked by Belize’s lone suspension bridge. Its location also makes San Ignacio a gateway to both inland Belize and the nearby Guatemalan border, making it easy for curious travelers to explore beyond town limits.

Lagos sits on the southern edge of Portugal’s Algarve where a lively old port town meets wide Atlantic skies. Just a short stroll from the heart of town, the coast drops away into a spectacle at Ponta da Piedade, where golden sandstone cliffs rise out of the Atlantic and have been shaped into stacks, natural arches and grottoes over millennia. At the top, the Ponta da Piedade Lighthouse watches over this dramatic shoreline and offers a great backdrop for photos as the sun sets into the ocean.