Zagreb, the vibrant capital of Croatia, is a city where history, culture, and a youthful spirit collide in an unforgettable way. Wander through the cobblestone streets of the Upper Town (Gornji Grad) and marvel at its medieval architecture, such as the iconic St. Mark's Church, known for its colorful tiled roof depicting the coat of arms of Zagreb and the Kingdom of Croatia.

The "Big Easy" invites all to eat, drink and be merry, especially during Mardi Gras, its famous late-winter bacchanal.

Malawi, republic in southeastern Africa, formerly the British protectorate of Nyasaland, bounded on the north by Tanzania, on the east by Lake Nyasa (Malawi), on the southeast and south by Mozambique, and on the west by Zambia.

Latvia is a republic in northeastern Europe. Riga, the capital and largest city, is also the country's chief port. The climate is dominated by marine influences in the west, with cool summers and mild winters; more continental conditions and greater climatic variation exist in the east. In Latvia, snow covers the ground from two to more than four months of the year. Summers are frequently hot, with average daily temperatures exceeding 25° C (about 80° F).

Istanbul, previously known as Byzantium and Constantinople, is where East meets West. Situated on both sides of the narrow strait Bosporus, Istanbul is a connector between Europe and Asia.