Kuala Lumpur may appear to be a modern Asian city of gleaming skyscrapers, but it retains much of its original character and local color. It has plenty of colonial buildings in its center, a vibrant Chinatown with street vendors and night markets, and a bustling Little India.

Santa Fe de Bogota is the complete name of the capital of Columbia, where modern skyscrapers tower over ancient and well preserved churches and Spanish colonial houses.

One of San Cristobal Island's most popular visitor sites is Cerro Brujo, with its expansive white sand beach and a lagoon that locals once used as a salt mine but now offers excellent snorkeling opportunities. Another must-see is Kicker Rock, a fascinating rock formation that looks like a boot from one angle (hence its English name) and like a sleeping lion from another (thus its Spanish name, Roca León Dormido).

Aït Benhaddou, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is a captivating ksar (fortified village) nestled on the ancient caravan route between Marrakech and the Sahara in Morocco. Known for its stunning earthen clay architecture and towering kasbahs, Aït Benhaddou offers visitors a glimpse into Morocco's rich history and Berber culture.

Brazil has a wealth of attractions: Visit Iguacu Falls, the Amazon, or experience a taste of Rio de Janeiro's nightlife. The beaches are among the best in the world, and the native and imported cultural attractions dare to satisfy even the most astute traveler.