Lucca, a Tuscan city surrounded by remarkably intact Renaissance walls, offers more than just postcard views. Known for its quiet streets and grand piazzas, Lucca stands apart with its circular street layout, still following the lines of a Roman amphitheater from centuries ago. The walls, now repurposed as a 4-kilometer tree-lined park, are a favorite route for locals and visitors who explore them on foot or by bike, passing old bastions and panoramic viewpoints along the way.

Penrith is a market town in Cumbria, northern England, situated between the Lake District and the northern Pennines. Its location has long made it a useful stopping point for journeys across the region, while its town centre retains a traditional market-town character with stone buildings, independent shops, cafés, and a central market square.

Wertheim is an enchanting town on the banks of the Main River in Germany. A favorite stop on European river cruises, highlights of this charming destination include the Wertheim Castle and the town center, where you can wind your way down cobblestone streets replete with 16th century architecture. Venture outside of town and follow the Tauber River to Kloster Bronnbach, an immense and ornate monastery dating back to the 12th century.

Holbox is known for sandy streets, laid-back beach bars, and calm turquoise water. It is a place where shoes are optional and bikes are the preferred way to roam. Perfect for travelers who want to unwind and slow everything down.

Buck Island is a small uninhabited island off the northeastern coast of St. Croix in the U.S. Virgin Islands. Most of the island and surrounding waters form Buck Island Reef National Monument, a protected area known for coral reefs, sandy beaches, dry forest, and marine habitats. The island lies a short boat journey from Christiansted and is surrounded by clear Caribbean waters.