ABERDEEN -- Scotland's third-largest city (pop. 187,000) is characterized by buildings of beautiful white granite. Set beside the North Sea, Aberdeen is both a university town and the capital of the Scottish oil boom. It is also one of Scotland's largest seaside resorts (though its appeal is confined to those who like their water well-chilled).

Tripoli, the capital city of Libya, sits on the country’s Mediterranean coast and serves as its political, economic, and cultural center.

On the east coast of North Island, Napier is considered the "Art Deco capital" of New Zealand and the gateway to the Hawke's Bay wine region, whose popular varietals include pinot gris and syrah.

Mbabane, the capital of Eswatini, sits high in the Mdzimba Mountains, offering visitors fresh air, rolling green hills, and a relaxed pace of life.

Known for its glitzy image, Monaco is home to some of the world’s most famous attractions, including the iconic Monte Carlo Casino, the historic Prince's Palace, and the prestigious Formula 1 Grand Prix.