Georgia's second largest city, it is located between the Caspian and Black seas. Dating back to at least the sixth century, it has outstanding museums.

This small fishing town was put on the map by social media influencers. The area's main attraction is its pink lakes, where boat tours cruise the water among the birds, crocodiles, and flamingos.

Hlane Royal National Park lies in northeastern Eswatini, a reserve shaped by both wildlife and cultural heritage.

A shallow lake at over 3200 feet above sea level in central west Kenya, it is the home of the Kamasya and Njamus who raise cattle and crops and fish for tilapia. The lake covers about 50 square miles.

Located roughly in the center of the country, Riobamba is one of Ecuador's largest cities and the starting point of the scenic train ride to Nariz del Diablo (Devil's Nose). The city has a strong indigenous presence, which lends itself well to the open-air artisan market, and plenty of opportunities for mountainous activities such as hiking and mountain biking.