Cairns is the majestic entrance to Australia's Great Barrier Reef. This warm, tropical destination is located in Far North Queensland. Must-see attractions in Cairns include the Tjapukai Aboriginal Cultural Park, which educates tourists about indigenous peoples, and restaurant and bar-dotted Cairns Esplanade, which has a lagoon for swimming.

Basel is the global center of the pharmaceutical industry, but most travelers visit for the world-famous ART Basel festival, as well as the numerous art galleries, iconic architecture and museums.

The Mara River in Tanzania is a natural wonder that draws adventurers and wildlife enthusiasts alike. Flowing through the heart of the Serengeti and into Kenya’s Maasai Mara, this river is best known as the lifeblood of the Great Migration. Each year, from July to October, millions of wildebeest, zebras, and gazelles make a perilous crossing of the Mara. It’s a spectacle of nature that leaves visitors in awe, making it one of Africa’s most sought-after safari experiences.

The Loyalty Islands, an enchanting archipelago in New Caledonia, provide an unforgettable escape for travelers looking to experience an unspoiled side of the Pacific.

Ocho Rios is a resort town and popular cruise port on the northern coast of Jamaica. A favorite stop on Caribbean cruises, highlights of Ocho Rios include Ocho Rios Bay Beach, Mahogany Beach, Konoko Falls, and Turtle River Falls and Garden.