NEOM is a large region under development in northwestern Saudi Arabia, extending across mountains, deserts, coastal plains, and Red Sea waters. It covers about 26,500 square kilometers and includes 468 kilometers of coastline, placing it near the meeting point of Asia, Africa, and Europe. Rather than being a single city, NEOM consists of several planned areas and projects, including The Line, Oxagon, Trojena, Magna, and the Islands of NEOM.
Cabourg is a seaside resort on the Côte Fleurie in Normandy, set where the River Dives reaches the English Channel. Its long sandy beach, broad promenade, and orderly streets give the town a distinctive coastal character, while Belle Époque villas and landscaped gardens reflect its development as a fashionable resort. The central Grand Hôtel stands beside the beach and casino, forming one of Cabourg's most recognisable landmarks.
Springdale, Utah sits at the entrance to Zion Canyon, serving as the gateway to one of the most striking landscapes in the American Southwest. The town stretches along a scenic road framed by red rock cliffs that rise sharply on either side, creating a setting that feels closely tied to the land around it. Visitors often find that even a simple walk through town offers uninterrupted views of sandstone formations that shift in color throughout the day, from pale orange to deep red.
Located on the southern coast of Finland at the delta of the Kymi river, the city of Kotka is a major Finnish sea port. Perhaps the best-known attraction of this multicultural and creative city is the country's largest urban maritime festival, an annual celebration that includes boating events, dance and music performances, and Finland's largest parade which marks the beginning of the city-wide event.
Other Popular Destinations in Finland
Helsinki
Nature is never far in Helsinki. Locals swim in the sea, walk forested trails, and gather mushrooms or berries all within city limits. One popular local habit is heading to the sauna, and the city offers several open-to-the-public options. Löyly, located on the waterfront, combines traditional wood-burning saunas with a sleek, modern design. In winter, visitors can even pair a sauna session with a quick dip through a hole cut in the ice for an experience both shocking and strangely calming.
Rovaniemi
Rovaniemi, located just a few kilometers south of the Arctic Circle, is widely recognized as the official hometown of Santa Claus. From late August through early April, the Northern Lights are visible on clear nights, and several local guides offer nighttime tours to remote locations for optimal viewing. During summer, the sun doesn't set for weeks, giving travelers the rare chance to hike or kayak under a sky that stays bright at midnight.