With its untouched natural wonders, rich cultural traditions, and welcoming people, Guinea-Bissau offers an off-the-beaten-path experience for those seeking something truly unique.

Alberobello in southern Italy’s Puglia region captures the imagination with its distinctive trulli houses. These structures were built using a dry-stone technique passed down over centuries, without mortar or cement, and their unique form comes from layer upon layer of limestone nestled from nearby fields. Alberobello’s trulli are so remarkable that in 1996 the historic center was inscribed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, where more than 1,600 of these buildings still stand.

Roseau, the lively capital of Dominica, is a city where history and nature coexist in striking harmony. Established on the site of an ancient Kalinago settlement, the town reflects its colonial past through French-inspired architecture, colorful buildings, and historic churches.

A popular cruise line port, Portoferraio is a spectacular spot on the Italian coast and principal town of Elba Island.

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