This Sicily harbor city is divided from Italy proper by the Strait of Messina. Visitors marvel at the Gothic, bell-towered Norman Messina Cathedral.

Belgium may be compact, but it offers a surprising variety of experiences shaped by centuries of shifting borders, artistic innovation, and culinary tradition. In Brussels, the Grand Place sets the stage for history and architecture in one square lined with ornate guild halls. The city is also home to the European Union’s headquarters, surrealist painter René Magritte’s former house, and a lively comic book trail that winds through murals of Tintin and other Belgian icons.

With its untouched natural wonders, rich cultural traditions, and welcoming people, Guinea-Bissau offers an off-the-beaten-path experience for those seeking something truly unique.

Spanning from the Atlantic to the Pacific, its geography encompasses everything from mountain ranges and fertile plains to vibrant cities and quiet coastal towns. Each region tells its own story.

Located in the Coral Sea, just off the eastern coast of Australia, the Great Barrier Reef is the largest system of coral reefs in the world and a colorful ecosystem home to a variety of marine life, including sea turtles, fish, sharks, stingrays, and corals.