Khartoum, the capital of Sudan, sits where the Blue and White Nile rivers meet, creating a unique landscape of waterways, islands, and riverbanks.

Karpathos is marked by the peculiar Karpathian houses, built of carved stone, full of embroidery and characteristic interior decorations. From Pigadia you may visit Kyra Panagia, a picturesque bay with a marvelous beach and a monastery of the same name. A little further, on the northern promontory of Karpathos, lies the Diafani village; on the nearby little island of Saria we see Palatia, with ruins of the ancient city of Nisyros.

Blair Atholl, a village in the heart of Highland Perthshire, Scotland, is best known as the home of Blair Castle, a striking white-walled fortress that has stood for over seven centuries.

Guayaquil, Ecuador, is a vibrant port city and a frequent starting point for cruises to the Galapagos Islands.

Grand Junction, located on Colorado’s Western Slope, is a destination where desert canyons meet fertile vineyards and rugged plateaus overlook winding rivers. The town sits at the junction of the Colorado and Gunnison Rivers, which historically made it a vital meeting point for Native American tribes, trappers, and settlers. Today, visitors come for its striking landscapes, laid-back pace, and a growing food and wine scene that's putting this region on the map for more than just its scenery.