Divundu is a small settlement in northeastern Namibia, situated along the Kavango River near the western entrance to the Bwabwata National Park. The river creates a green corridor through a region otherwise dominated by dry woodland and sandy plains. Divundu is an important stopping point between Rundu and Katima Mulilo and serves as a gateway to several wildlife and cultural sites in the Kavango and Zambezi regions.

Verona is situated at a bend of the Adige River in northern Italy. It is hard to imagine that antique arts, monuments that date back to Roman times, and the shadows of the world's most famous tragic lovers can add up to a smiling, buzzing city. Yet they do, thanks perhaps to Verona's talent for melding her past and her present, her ancient and new so gracefully that everything blends in easy harmony.

Dubai is a grandiose, extraordinarily modern metropolis in the United Arab Emirates. Visitors will marvel at the dramatic skyline, the musical Dubai Fountain and the manmade archipelago right offshore that features a major resort.

Palau, a Pacific island nation made up of over 500 islands, offers a one-of-a-kind experience for travelers who want to discover something both ancient and alive. Located between the Philippines and Guam, this small country is known for its otherworldly seascapes, but its appeal runs far deeper than its turquoise waters.

Pisco is a coastal city in southern Peru, set between the Pacific Ocean and the arid landscapes of the Ica region.