Nestled in the heart of the French Alps, Chamonix is a captivating destination renowned for its stunning alpine scenery and outdoor adventure opportunities. As the gateway to Mont Blanc, the highest peak in Western Europe, Chamonix is a haven for mountaineers, hikers, and skiers. The Aiguille du Midi cable car takes visitors up to 3,842 meters, offering breathtaking views of the surrounding peaks and glaciers.

Guadeloupe's major center is Pointe-à-Pitre, a conglomeration of old and new buildings clustered around the bustling harborside market. Pointe-a-Pitre is Gudeloupe's most popular city--explore the beaches of Grand-Terre and the French fort ruins and volcanic mountaintop of Basse-Terre.

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 Tikal National Park, 370 square kilometers is part of the even larger Maya Biosphere Reserve. Home of hundred of species, including spider monkeys, toucans and parakeets. Towering above the rainforest are the ruins of Tikal, one of the most magnificent of all the Maya sites.

Kuala Lumpur may appear to be a modern Asian city of gleaming skyscrapers, but it retains much of its original character and local color. It has plenty of colonial buildings in its center, a vibrant Chinatown with street vendors and night markets, and a bustling Little India.