This resort town is the gateway to the ruins of Angkor, a complex of stone buildings includes the main temple, Angkor Wat. When you have finished exploring the temples, this chic city has plenty to offer with world-class restaurants, hotels, spas and shopping.

Weissenkirchen is a charming Austrian town on the banks of the Danube. Surrounded by vineyards and wineries, Weissenkirchen is a delightful stop for European river cruises.

Komodo Island is famous for its Komodo dragons, the largest lizards in the world. These remarkable creatures, which can grow up to 10 feet long, roam freely on the island, offering visitors a rare chance to watch them in their natural environment.

Originating as a tiny fishing village in 1038, modern Kehl has become an important link between Germany and France. Rhine River cruises most often use Kehl as their gateway to the much larger and better-known Strasbourg. The savvy traveler, though, might choose to skip the jaunt across the river and enjoy many similar sights, shopping and cuisine as those offered in the teeming French city.

The Jurassic Coast, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is a breathtaking stretch of England’s southern coastline that spans 95 miles from Exmouth in Devon to Studland Bay in Dorset. It is renowned for its dramatic cliffs, stunning beaches, and incredible geological history, offering visitors the chance to explore 185 million years of Earth’s evolution.