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.
Dominica, known as the “Nature Island of the Caribbean,” is a haven for eco-tourists and adventure seekers. Nestled between the French islands of Guadeloupe and Martinique, this lush island boasts a remarkable landscape of volcanic mountains, dense rainforests, and stunning waterfalls. Dominica’s most iconic natural wonder is the Boiling Lake, the second-largest hot spring in the world.
The Bahamas, an idyllic archipelago of over 700 islands and cays, is renowned for its stunning beaches, crystal-clear waters, and vibrant marine life, making it one of the top tropical destinations in the world.
French Guiana is situated in the equatorial forest zone on the northeastern coast of South America. The offshore islands include the Îles du Salut, or Safety Islands, of which Devils Island is the best known.
Gleaming temples, traffic jams and bustling commerce are all part of Yangon (previously Rangoon), Myanmar's biggest city. Eat at exciting new restaurants, shop at open-air markets and gaze upon the gilded Shwedagon Pagoda. Visitors should also hop on the Yangon Circular Train, where hidden places are revealed, and guides further educate passengers about Yangon's local life and culture.
Welcome to Nairobi, safari capital and the largest city in Kenya. At one time a simple hydration spot for the Maasai, this high-energy East African city now strikes a balance between the cosmopolitan and the natural. In its adjacent Nairobi National Park, visitors will see lions, zebras, giraffes and rare black rhinos. Key stops in Nairobi include the Elephant and Rhino Nursery as well as the Giraffe Centre, where these beautiful creatures are rescued. In the city itself, tourists visit "Out of Africa" author Karen Blixen's museum and discover wonderful restaurants, shops, and nightlife.