Al Ain is located about 160 km east of Abu Dhabi, and has its own international airport, which opened in 1994. Its many attractions include camel races, ancient forts, a zoo, museums, and the Jabal Hafit Mountain.

Reading, a historic town in Berkshire, England, offers a blend of cultural heritage and modern attractions. Known for its rich history, Reading boasts landmarks such as the Reading Abbey, founded in 1121 and once one of the most important monastic sites in England. The Abbey’s ruins are a fascinating site for history enthusiasts, providing a glimpse into medieval architecture and the town’s monastic past.

Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore occupies a long stretch of northwestern Michigan’s Lower Peninsula along Lake Michigan, protecting towering dunes, sandy beaches, forests, inland lakes, and steep coastal bluffs. The protected area extends across the Leelanau and Benzie county region and includes the Manitou Islands offshore. Its most recognizable feature is the Sleeping Bear Dune, which rises high above Lake Michigan and the surrounding landscape.

Gdynia is a Baltic Sea port city in northern Poland, forming part of the Tricity urban area with Gdańsk and Sopot. Its character is closely connected to the sea, with a large commercial harbor, marinas, beaches, and a waterfront city center. Unlike many Polish cities, Gdynia has a relatively modern urban fabric, with much of its central district shaped by interwar modernist architecture.

Set along the banks of the Dudh Koshi River, Phakding welcomes travelers at the early stages of the journey toward Mount Everest. Sitting at a lower elevation than many nearby stops, the village is surrounded by green hills, pine forests, and terraced farmland. The steady sound of the river accompanies visitors as they cross suspension bridges and follow winding trails that connect small settlements throughout the valley.