With its stunning beaches, lively culture, and unforgettable adventures, Jamaica offers an unparalleled Caribbean escape.

Located in Oaxaca, Mexico, Huatulco is famous for its beaches and the sparkling blue water of surrounding bays.

Cairns is the majestic entrance to Australia's Great Barrier Reef. This warm, tropical destination is located in Far North Queensland. Must-see attractions in Cairns include the Tjapukai Aboriginal Cultural Park, which educates tourists about indigenous peoples, and restaurant and bar-dotted Cairns Esplanade, which has a lagoon for swimming.

If you find yourself in Rotterdam, there's a strong chance you've arrived by water. This popular port city (the second largest in the Netherlands) has gone through an architectural renaissance since World War II, with daring, innovative structures dotting the city (cube houses!) and defining its skyline. Café culture is on the rise here, so grab yourself a table and a cup.

Saint John is a culturally-rich seaport city on New Brunswick's Bay of Fundy. History and natural wonders combine to make this locale a hidden Canadian gem.