La Spezia, a bustling port city in the Liguria region of Italy, is often seen as the gateway to the famous Cinque Terre, bur this vibrant city has much to offer. Visitors can explore the historic center, visit local markets, and partake in a variety of restaurants serving delicious Italian cuisine.

Guatemala, located in Central America, is rich in culture and boasts such natural wonders as volcanoes and rainforests. Historic Mayan sites are also popular attractions here.

One of Japan's 60 core cities, Aomori is well-known for its beautiful landscapes. Favorite landscapes include the Hakkoda Mountains and Lake Towada. Another of the city's highlights is the Nebuta Matsuri, an annual festival known for its daily parade of giant, colorful lantern floats.

Seen from the train, Durham presents a magnificent sight, with cathedral and castle perched atop a bluff enclosed by a loop of the River Wera, and linked to the suburbs by a series of sturdy bridges.

The capital of Ontario and Canada's largest city, Toronto is a vibrant destination on the banks of Lake Ontario. Highlights of this striking cultural capital include the looming CN Tower (featuring a revolving restaurant), Casa Loma, Toronto Island Park, Royal Ontario Museum, and Ripley's Aquarium of Canada.