A medieval little town high above the sea with narrow winding streets, little squares and flower-decked courtyards.

Paraguay is a country that moves to its own rhythm. Landlocked and often overlooked, it’s one of South America’s most culturally distinct destinations. With two official languages, Spanish and Guaraní, and a strong Indigenous heritage, Paraguay offers a travel experience shaped more by tradition than by trend. For travelers drawn to wild, open landscapes, Paraguay offers two distinct ecosystems: the lush, river-fed east and the remote, dry Chaco in the west.

North Conway, located in New Hampshire’s Mount Washington Valley, has drawn visitors since the mid-19th century, when artists from the White Mountain School began painting its dramatic landscapes. Today, the area still offers scenic appeal, anchored by the towering presence of Mount Washington, the tallest peak in the northeastern U.S. Historic photographs and lithographs of North Conway hang in galleries downtown, showing just how little the iconic views have changed in over 150 years.

Astana, officially known as Nur-Sultan, is the modern capital of Kazakhstan and a striking example of contemporary urban design in Central Asia.

Greenville, South Carolina sits at the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains and has grown from a former textile center into one of the Southeast’s most appealing small cities.