Almaty is Kazakhstan's largest city and a major cultural and economic center in the southeast of the country. It lies at the foot of the Trans-Ili Alatau, where the broad urban area gives way to forested mountain slopes and alpine terrain. Tree-lined streets, parks, historic neighborhoods, modern buildings, and mountain views define much of the cityscape. Almaty is also known for its orchards and agricultural surroundings, reflected in the city's name, which is associated with apples.

Qatar invites discovery through both its modern ambition and traces of its desert heritage. In Doha, the Museum of Islamic Art, designed by I. M. Pei, rises over the waterfront to display centuries of calligraphy, ceramics, textiles, and metalwork. Nearby, the National Museum of Qatar presents the nation's story through exhibits and architecture shaped like the desert rose. Each space offers both insight and reflection.

Think of it as a beach a day even on Leap Year. That's right, 366 beautiful beaches encircle this tropical island paradise, the focus of centuries of battles between Spain, France, Great Britain and Denmark. The Dane's influence has been the strongest.

Querétaro, located in the heart of central Mexico, is a city where centuries of history are still visible in daily life. Its historic center, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, features narrow streets, elegant plazas, and baroque churches that reflect its colonial past. One of the city’s most iconic landmarks is the massive aqueduct, built in the 18th century with 74 stone arches stretching nearly a mile across the landscape.

Town walls encapsulate this city, making for fantastic viewpoints all around. Visitors can also walk across the Pont de les Peixateries Velles bridge, designed by Gustave Eiffel. When leaving, it is a must to find El Cul de la Lleona, a lioness statue, and kiss her bottom. Tradition dictates that doing so will ensure a return trip in your future!