Tree-lined avenues, grand architecture, and the imperative to live well defines Bucharest, a bustling city that is rebounding and expanding. In the 1900s, this vibrant Romanian capital was nicknamed "Little Paris" and that jubilant, raise-a-glass spirit carries over to this day.
Bad Aibling is located in the charming landscape of the Mangfall valley, an hours drive southeast of Munich. Its open, partly elevated position gives wonderful views of the nearby chain of the Tolzer Alps, across the Inn valley, with the Kaisergebirge in the Tyrol, all the way to the Salzburger Alps. All the popular destinations for excursions in Upper Bavaria and Austria, the wide variety of artistic treasures, the Herrenchiemsee palace and the countless jewels of the Bavarian Baroque in the su
Santarém is a city in central Brazil, located where the Tapajós River meets the Amazon. Its position at this confluence has made it a hub of riverine trade and cultural exchange for centuries, blending Indigenous traditions with Portuguese colonial influence.
Fuzhou is the capital of Fujian Province in southeastern China, located along the lower Min River near the coast. The city combines a dense urban center with hills, waterways, parks, and historic neighborhoods. It is known as an important center of Min culture and as the birthplace of Fujian cuisine.
Bamberg, located in northern Bavaria, stands out for its remarkably preserved medieval layout, which earned it a spot on the UNESCO World Heritage list. Built on seven hills and often compared to Rome for that reason, the city’s architecture reflects over a thousand years of uninterrupted development. Bamberg is well known for its beer, and not just in the usual Bavarian sense. The city has more breweries per capita than any other town in Germany, and it’s the birthplace of rauchbier.
Wadi Shab is one of Oman's most beautiful wadis. Shab Village on the coast, is a picturesque fishing village overlooked by old houses and a small fort. Rocky paths, clear blue pools and banana plantations will be the backdrop for a picnic lunch.
Other Popular Destinations in Oman
Muscat
Travelers on the Arabian Sea often find themselves in Muscat, on the Gulf of Oman. This port capital is situated between ocean and mountains, and boasts lovely beaches, great diving sites (watch for turtles!), 16th-century forts, and the impressive Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque, which can hold 20,000 people.
Nizwa
In the heart of Oman lies Nizwa, a city once considered the country’s capital and a hub of learning and trade. Its iconic round fort, built in the 17th century, remains one of Oman’s most visited landmarks.