Khao Lak rests quietly along Thailand’s Andaman coastline, about an hour north of Phuket, yet it feels worlds apart. This stretch of shoreline runs for miles, with wide sandy beaches that often seem almost untouched. The name itself comes from the nearby mountain that rises behind the coast, giving the area a dramatic backdrop where forest meets sea.

Rosalie is a small coastal community on the southeastern side of Dominica, where the Rosalie River reaches the Atlantic Ocean. The village lies within a landscape of steep forested hills, river valleys, and rocky coastline, with the surrounding area forming part of Dominica’s lush eastern interior. Rosalie is particularly associated with the Rosalie Bay area, where the river, rainforest, and ocean meet.

Enniskerry is a small village in County Wicklow, Ireland, set in the foothills of the Wicklow Mountains south of Dublin. Its compact center is arranged around a triangular village green, with stone buildings, traditional shopfronts, cafés, and pubs surrounding the open space. The village is closely associated with the Powerscourt estate, whose entrance lies just beyond the center.

Portofino, Italy, is a jewel on the Italian Riviera, famed for its colorful buildings, glamorous yachts, and charming harbor. This picturesque fishing village, with its pastel-colored houses that cascade down to the emerald-green waters, exudes a quaint yet luxurious atmosphere. The Piazzetta, the heart of Portofino, is a lively square where visitors can sip an espresso or enjoy fresh seafood while watching the elegant boats bobbing gently in the harbor.

Cape Coral is a large coastal city in Southwest Florida, occupying a peninsula between the Caloosahatchee River and Matlacha Pass. Its most distinctive feature is an extensive network of more than 400 miles of canals, many connecting with the Caloosahatchee River and Gulf waters. The city was developed as a planned waterfront community, with broad streets, residential neighborhoods, parks, and numerous properties along canals.