Ashgabat (formerly Ashkhabad) is the capital and the largest city of Turkmenistan. In Persian, the name means "city of love." Notable attractions include the Karakum Canal, the Trans-Caspian railway, and numerous monuments and museums to explore.

Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park, national park in the Northern Territory, Australia, in the arid center of the continent, southwest of Alice Springs. The area was established as Ayers Rock/Mount Olga National Park in 1958 and renamed Uluru National Park in 1977.

Durmitor National Park is found in the Dinaric Alps, located in northwestern Montenegro. Along the Tara River Canyon, one of the deepest in Europe, Durmitor features nearly 50 limestone peaks interspersed with clear glacial lakes and deep pine forests.

Travelers on the Arabian Sea often find themselves in Muscat, on the Gulf of Oman. This port capital is situated between ocean and mountains, and boasts lovely beaches, great diving sites (watch for turtles!), 16th-century forts, and the impressive Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque, which can hold 20,000 people.

Kagoshima, Japan offers a captivating blend of natural beauty, cultural heritage, and culinary delights. Nestled on the southwestern tip of Kyushu, this city is famously dominated by the imposing Sakurajima volcano, one of Japan’s most active volcanoes. Visitors can take a ferry to get up close to the volcano or view it from the Kagoshima City Viewpoint for breathtaking panoramic views.