Red Sea beaches, world-class snorkeling and spectacular desert environments are all reasons to visit the port city of Aqaba, Jordan. Take a quick walk from the city's lovely waterfront promenade and behold its Old Town, which features the 14th century Mamluk Fort and the Aqaba Archaeological Museum.

M’Hamid El Ghizlane sits deep in southeastern Morocco’s Sahara, where the paved road ends and endless sands begin. Travelers often arrive from Zagora, taking in the wide palm groves fed by ancient irrigation channels that show how people have sustained life here for centuries. At sunrise and sunset, the dunes glow with waves of gold and copper, offering unforgettable views few places on earth can match.

St. Thomas, the gateway to the U.S. Virgin Islands, is a vibrant mix of history, culture, and Caribbean charm. Its capital, Charlotte Amalie, features a waterfront lined with pastel-colored colonial buildings, narrow cobblestone streets, and historic forts such as Fort Christian, which offer glimpses into the island’s Danish colonial past.

Sognefjord stretches over 200 kilometers into Norway’s mountainous interior, making it the country’s longest and deepest fjord.

Niger, located in West Africa, is a country of vast landscapes and diverse cultures. Much of its territory is covered by the Sahara Desert, with rolling sand dunes, rocky plateaus, and oasis towns defining the northern regions.