The Namib Desert, one of the world’s oldest deserts, stretches along the western coast of Namibia, offering a landscape of stunning, otherworldly beauty. The name “Namib” means "vast place," and fittingly so, as this desert spans over 2,000 kilometers and includes some of the tallest sand dunes on Earth, such as those found in Sossusvlei.

Reggio Calabria, located at the tip of Italy’s toe, is a city where ancient history and natural beauty converge in spectacular fashion. One of the city's most renowned landmarks is the Bronzi di Riace, two magnificent bronze statues from the 5th century BC that were discovered off the coast of Riace in 1972.

As the second largest city in Serbia, Novi Sad is not only an important industrial and financial center, but a vibrant, friendly destination with a liberal vibe and plenty of attractions for visitors. Novi Sad is also the home of EXIT festival, one of the best annual music events in Europe.

The second-biggest state in America, Texas is dotted with several appealing cities, including music and food-focused Austin, bustling Houston, arts and culture-rich Dallas-Fort Worth, and San Antonio, where the River Walk is not to be missed.

Whittier is the perfect place to explore Alaska's natural beauty, providing access to nearby Emerald Cove Trail and Portage Pass Trail as well as Chugach State Park further northwest.