Mostar, a picturesque city in Bosnia and Herzegovina, offers a captivating blend of history, culture, and natural beauty. Renowned for its iconic Stari Most (Old Bridge), this 16th-century Ottoman structure arches gracefully over the Neretva River, symbolizing the city’s historical role as a bridge between East and West.

The Mara River in Tanzania is a natural wonder that draws adventurers and wildlife enthusiasts alike. Flowing through the heart of the Serengeti and into Kenya’s Maasai Mara, this river is best known as the lifeblood of the Great Migration. Each year, from July to October, millions of wildebeest, zebras, and gazelles make a perilous crossing of the Mara. It’s a spectacle of nature that leaves visitors in awe, making it one of Africa’s most sought-after safari experiences.

Copper River, Alaska's fourth largest river travels from the dry interior climate to the temperate rainforest along Prince William Sound.

Rwanda, often called the “Land of a Thousand Hills,” is a country of striking contrasts and vibrant resilience. Its capital, Kigali, is one of Africa’s cleanest and most organized cities, offering visitors a glimpse into a modern, forward-looking society. Just outside the city, the King’s Palace Museum in Nyanza showcases traditional royal architecture, complete with a replica of a royal hut and long-horned Inyambo cattle once bred for ceremonial parades.

On Cook Strait sits Wellington, New Zealand's charming windy city. Must-sees here include the waterfront, the lovely beaches, and the Wellington Cable Car that takes riders to botanical gardens. For cultural exposure, visit The Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa, with its Maori national treasures and art gallery. Wellington Zoo is another key attraction, and features Tahi, a one-legged kiwi, as its mascot.