This southern Mexican state borders Guatemala. Its mountainous highlands and dense rainforest are dotted with several Mayan archaeological sites and Spanish colonial towns.

Pushkar, a small town in the state of Rajasthan, India, is a unique blend of spirituality, culture, and natural beauty. Nestled around the serene Pushkar Lake, this holy town is a major pilgrimage site for Hindus, home to the rare Brahma Temple, one of the very few in the world dedicated to Lord Brahma, the creator god in Hinduism. The temple's striking architecture, with its red spire and intricate marble carvings, draws thousands of devotees and curious travelers alike.

Cachi is a small mountain town in Argentina’s Salta Province, set in the northern Calchaquí Valleys at more than 2,000 meters above sea level. Its historic center has cobbled streets, raised sidewalks, adobe buildings, and a central square surrounded by traditional architecture. The town sits beneath the peaks of the Nevado de Cachi and among stands of tall cardon cacti, creating a distinctive highland landscape.

La Paz Waterfall Gardens Nature Park is a privately managed nature park and wildlife refuge in Vara Blanca, Alajuela Province, on the northeastern slopes of Poás Volcano. The property lies at an elevation where cloud forest and rainforest meet, creating a cool, humid environment with dense vegetation and flowing streams.

Rovaniemi, located just a few kilometers south of the Arctic Circle, is widely recognized as the official hometown of Santa Claus. From late August through early April, the Northern Lights are visible on clear nights, and several local guides offer nighttime tours to remote locations for optimal viewing. During summer, the sun doesn't set for weeks, giving travelers the rare chance to hike or kayak under a sky that stays bright at midnight.