The Abaco Islands, part of The Bahamas, stretch across more than 120 cays and islands, offering a laid-back yet adventurous escape. Known for their calm waters and sheltered harbors, the Abacos are often called the sailing capital of The Bahamas, drawing boaters and yachters from around the world.

Villahermosa, the capital of Tabasco, is a city where ancient civilizations, tropical landscapes, and modern life intersect. Known as the “gateway to the Mayan world,” the city sits on the banks of the Grijalva River and serves as a cultural hub for southeastern Mexico. One of its most unique attractions is Parque-Museo La Venta, an open-air museum that blends archaeology with a jungle setting.

Stretching 277 miles in length and more than a mile deep, this vast canyon reveals layers of geologic time stacked like pages in a book. Standing on the South Rim, visitors can look out over colorful cliffs and winding trails that have drawn explorers, artists, and travelers for generations. The views change with the light starting with crimson at sunrise, golden at sunset, and every hue in between.

Ganvie, often called the "Venice of Africa," is a lake village located in the heart of Lake Nokoué in southern Benin. What makes Ganvie extraordinary is that the entire village sits on stilts above the water, with wooden homes, floating markets, and schools accessible only by boat. Visitors can glide through narrow canals in pirogues, experiencing firsthand a way of life shaped entirely by water.

Nestled in the heart of the Black Hills, Custer, South Dakota is a small town with big stories. Established in 1875 during the Black Hills Gold Rush, Custer holds the distinction of being the oldest town in the region still in existence. Today, it serves as a gateway to some of South Dakota’s most iconic sights. With historic buildings, locally owned shops, and friendly diners lining Mount Rushmore Road, it offers a laid-back atmosphere that balances Old West charm with modern-day hospitality.