The turnoff for Locarno is located near Bellinzona, the capital of Ticino. By train, Locarno is well served from Zurich and Milan, as it is by road. Lovers of beautiful landscapes starting out from Geneva and Lausanne owe it to themselves to pass through Simplon and the Centovalli by taking the picturesque little train that links Domodossola to Locarno.

Cebu sits at the center of the central Philippines, shaped by seafaring trade and early colonial contact. It was here that Spanish rule first took hold in the 16th century, leaving a legacy visible in churches, street patterns, and long-standing ties to Catholic tradition.

Delphi is an iconic historical site and was once the sacred precinct of classical Greece, due to its role in Greek myth as the seat of a prophetic oracle. Originally considered the center of the world by ancient Greeks, today's Delphi is a UNESCO World Heritage site and archaeological wonder, filled with the ruins of theaters, temples, treasuries, and other remains of centuries-old architecture.

Perched at the meeting point of Lake Como’s three branches, Bellagio is often called the “Pearl of Lake Como” for its spectacular setting and timeless elegance. This Italian village has been a retreat for centuries, drawing poets, aristocrats, and travelers alike with its harmonious blend of natural beauty, refined architecture, and relaxed sophistication.

Tunis' white-washed, blue-shuttered buildings hide a treasure trove of Arabic and Ottoman art. Inspect illuminated manuscripts from the Koran, follow the twists and turns of the fascinating old Medina (inner city), marvel at the ornate Palace of Dar Ben Abduallah and the magnificent Djamaa-Ez-Zitouna Mosque, whose 184 columns were "recycled" from the rocky ruins of Carthage.