Ningbo is right on the East China Sea, south of Shanghai. Many scholars believe this was the cradle of Chinese civilization. Study the stone tablets and thousands of rare Ming Dynasty books in China's oldest and most renowned library. See the Asoka Temple believed to be one of the most important Buddhist temples in China or visit Tian Tong Temple, one of the largest and most scenic. For shopping, try the colorful and busy Gao Tang Free Market, the largest in the city.

Port Louis, the bustling capital of Mauritius, is a vibrant melting pot of cultures, history, and modernity. Nestled between the verdant Moka Range and the Indian Ocean, this city invites visitors to explore its rich colonial past while embracing the dynamic energy of a thriving port town.

A favorite for many cruise-goers and tourists, Ketchikan, Alaska, is a charming city located near the state’s southeastern edge.

Montecatini Terme, in Tuscany’s Valdinievole region, is one of Italy’s most renowned spa towns, celebrated for its thermal waters and elegant Belle Époque charm.

At the heart of this tiny village is the 12th-century St. Davids Cathedral. And, beside it lie the ruins of the bishop's Palace. Walk the coastal path and visit the popular Oceanarium.