Liège, located along the Meuse River in eastern Belgium, is a city shaped by industry, resilience, and an independent spirit that dates back centuries. Once the capital of a powerful prince-bishopric, Liège has always done things its own way and is lived-in and layered with working neighborhoods, student cafés, and markets that tell the city’s real story. Every Sunday, locals gather at La Batte, one of the oldest and largest outdoor markets in Belgium.
Douiret is a historic Berber village in southern Tunisia, set high among the rocky mountains and desert plateaus of the Tataouine region. The settlement is built along a steep mountain ridge, where old stone structures and partially abandoned homes blend into the surrounding rock. Douiret is best known for its traditional ksar, a fortified complex that once provided communal storage for agricultural harvests.
Calais is a port city on France's northern coast, facing the Strait of Dover at the narrowest point of the English Channel. Its location has made it an important link between France and Britain, with ferries and the Channel Tunnel connecting the region to England. The city centre includes broad boulevards, public squares, and historic buildings, while the waterfront extends toward sandy beaches and dunes.
Bardstown, in central Kentucky’s Nelson County, is widely associated with bourbon, historic architecture, and the traditions of the Bluegrass region. Known as the Bourbon Capital of the World, it has numerous distilleries concentrated around its compact downtown, while its historic center contains nearly 200 buildings listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Court Square forms the heart of the community, with preserved buildings, local shops, restaurants, and museums within walking di
Seven miles outside of historic Athens, the Greek coastal city of Piraeus lies upon the sparkling waters of the Aegean Sea and is the largest passenger port in Europe, servicing nearly 20 million passengers per year.
Geneva is a cosmopolitan metropolis proud of her traditions. It is the international meeting place of many worldwide organizations including the United Nations and W.H.O. The symbol of the city, the Jet D'Eau is located on the picturesque lake which is surrounded by the splendid gardens and parks. The elegant city has an astonishing variety of boutiques and department stores filled with every imaginable item of quality local and imported merchandise.
A highly significant center for finance, trade, and industry, elegant and traditional Geneva is also home to lush parklands, eight picturesque bridges, quaint, winding streets, and of course, the wonderful Lake Geneva.
A walk through the old town spread out on the left bank of the Rhône yields a magical experience and an historical adventure. Most of the famous museums, the Opera, landmark buildings, and imposing churches are found here.
Other Popular Destinations in Switzerland
Lucerne
Behold beautiful Lucerne! This German-speaking area of central Switzerland on Lake Lucerne is a truly spectacular locale. Surrounded by mountains and notable for its famous Chapel Bridge, this idyllic and musical Swiss locale is wonderful any time of year.
Zurich
Eminently livable and a pleasure to visit, Zurich is Switzerland's largest and most affluent city. This Central European metropolis is an engine of finance and banking, and has much to offer to visitors. There are numerous art museums, fine chocolate stores, and boundless luxury shopping opportunities.