Vanua Balavu is one of the Lau Islands in eastern Fiji, a secluded gem where traditional Fijian culture and natural beauty flourish in harmony. Surrounded by turquoise waters and coral reefs, the island offers a serene escape from bustling tourist areas, with small villages, coconut groves, and rugged hills shaping its peaceful landscape.

Port Moresby sits by the Coral Sea as Papua New Guinea’s capital and shows visitors a city of contrasts where glittering new buildings rise beside traditional villages built on stilts. One such place is Hanuabada, the original Motuan village, where roofs reach above water’s edge and everyday life still unfolds in Tok Pisin and local tongue.

Nestled in the wine-growing region of South Moravia, Valtice, Czech Republic, is a charming town known for its rich history and stunning architecture. The centerpiece of Valtice is the majestic Valtice Castle, a UNESCO World Heritage site that showcases an impressive Baroque façade and beautifully landscaped gardens.

Panama is a country shaped by its geography and defined by its role in global history. The Panama Canal remains its most iconic feature as a 50-mile engineering marvel that connects the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans. Visitors can watch ships pass through the Miraflores Locks from a dedicated observation deck or explore the interactive museum that explains how the canal changed international trade forever.

Seven miles outside of historic Athens, the Greek coastal city of Piraeus lies upon the sparkling waters of the Aegean Sea and is the largest passenger port in Europe, servicing nearly 20 million passengers per year.