Canada's second-largest city and the most populous city in Québec, Montréal is a cultural capital and replete with magnificent architecture, immersive museums, and lush botanical gardens and parks.

Alghero, located on the northwest coast of Sardinia, Italy, is a seaside city that blends history, culture, and natural beauty.

One of San Cristobal Island's most popular visitor sites is Cerro Brujo, with its expansive white sand beach and a lagoon that locals once used as a salt mine but now offers excellent snorkeling opportunities. Another must-see is Kicker Rock, a fascinating rock formation that looks like a boot from one angle (hence its English name) and like a sleeping lion from another (thus its Spanish name, Roca León Dormido).

Belgium is located north of France and its residents are some of the most friendly in Europe. This country is the diamond capital of the world — visit its many museums, castles, cathedrals, fine art and food.

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.