The North Sea stretches between the coasts of Northern Europe, touching countries like the United Kingdom, Norway, Denmark, Germany, and the Netherlands

Karlovy Vary, nestled in the west of the Czech Republic, is renowned for its therapeutic thermal springs and charming architecture. The town's spa heritage dates back to the 14th century when Charles IV, the Holy Roman Emperor, discovered the healing powers of its mineral waters. Today, Karlovy Vary continues to attract visitors seeking relaxation and wellness at its historic spa resorts, such as the luxurious Grandhotel Pupp, a hallmark of classic elegance source.

Lesotho, known as the “Kingdom in the Sky,” is a landlocked nation entirely surrounded by South Africa, famed for its dramatic mountain landscapes and rich cultural traditions.

Dambulla, situated in the Central Province of Sri Lanka, is best known for its rock temple complex that has been in use for over two thousand years. The Dambulla Cave Temple, also called the Golden Temple of Dambulla, is made up of five caves carved into a granite outcrop, filled with over 150 Buddha statues and intricate wall paintings. These caves were first used by King Valagamba in the 1st century BCE as a refuge during exile, and later transformed into a sacred site.

Saint John is a culturally-rich seaport city on New Brunswick's Bay of Fundy. History and natural wonders combine to make this locale a hidden Canadian gem.