St. Louis is a major city in the state of Missouri, United States, located along the western bank of the Mississippi River. It is widely recognized for the Gateway Arch, which defines its skyline and reflects its historical role as a point of movement toward the western parts of the country.

Maui, both second youngest and second largest of the Hawaiian Islands, is home to the world's largest dormant volcano, Haleakala, meaning "House of the Sun." Last erupting about 200 years ago, it makes up the eastern end of the island. Maui was formed by volcanic activity from Haleakala on the east and the West Maui Mountains to the west. The connecting isthmus between the two spots was formed from joining lava from both and gives Maui its nickname, the Valley Isle.

Sukhothai, located in north-central Thailand, was once the capital of the first independent Thai kingdom in the 13th century. Today, it’s best known for the Sukhothai Historical Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site filled with stone temples, lotus-filled moats, and ancient Buddha statues. The park spans over 70 square kilometers and features more than 190 ruins.

Rovaniemi, located just a few kilometers south of the Arctic Circle, is widely recognized as the official hometown of Santa Claus. From late August through early April, the Northern Lights are visible on clear nights, and several local guides offer nighttime tours to remote locations for optimal viewing. During summer, the sun doesn't set for weeks, giving travelers the rare chance to hike or kayak under a sky that stays bright at midnight.

Baiona is a coastal town in Galicia, Spain, located along the Atlantic Ocean in the province of Pontevedra. It sits at the entrance of the Ría de Vigo, with a historic harbor that has long connected it to maritime activity. The town is known for its seafront setting, where fishing traditions and tourism exist side by side.